Safety Score
7/10
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
About Shanghai
Shanghai, a dazzling blend of East and West, captivates travelers with its stunning skyline dominated by the futuristic Oriental Pearl Tower and the historic Bund's colonial architecture. This vibrant metropolis pulses with energy, offering a rich tapestry of culture, world-class cuisine, and bustling markets, making it an ideal destination for those seeking both modernity and tradition. Explore its vibrant neighborhoods, indulge in delectable street food, and immerse yourself in the dynamic arts scene that defines Shanghai's unique character.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Shanghai is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) months. These seasons offer mild and pleasant weather, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F), making it ideal for outdoor activitie
Where to Stay in Shanghai, China
Hotels & Accommodations in Shanghai
The listings are curated based on a number of parameters, including ratings by users on different platforms, hotel category, location, and overall guest satisfaction scores.
Fairmont Peace Hotel
The Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai provides an unforgettable experience, marked by impeccable service, luxurious amenities, and a sense of vintage glamour. Whether it's a staycation or a visit from abroad, guests are left with lasting memories.
The Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai provides an unforgettable experience, marked by impeccable service, luxurious amenities, and a sense of vintage glamour. Whether it's a staycation or a visit from abroad, guests are left with lasting memories.
- +Outstanding service
- +Luxurious ambience
- +Art Deco design
- -Average breakfast
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong offers a remarkable luxury experience with top-notch service, stunning views, and exceptional dining options. Guests consistently praise the hotel's attention to detail, personalized service, and comfortable accommodations.
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong offers a remarkable luxury experience with top-notch service, stunning views, and exceptional dining options. Guests consistently praise the hotel's attention to detail, personalized service, and comfortable accommodations.
- +Personalized service
- +Luxury accommodations
- +Exceptional dining
Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel
The Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel provides a comfortable and convenient stay for those visiting the nearby tech parks and corporate offices, with its spacious rooms, friendly staff, and wide variety of breakfast options.
The Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel provides a comfortable and convenient stay for those visiting the nearby tech parks and corporate offices, with its spacious rooms, friendly staff, and wide variety of breakfast options.
- +Convenient location
- +Spacious rooms
- +Friendly staff
- -None mentioned
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai
The Portman Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai delivers an exceptional experience with its convenient location, high-quality service, and comfortable rooms. The historic property offers a blend of modern amenities and charm, making it a top choice for travelers.
The Portman Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai delivers an exceptional experience with its convenient location, high-quality service, and comfortable rooms. The historic property offers a blend of modern amenities and charm, making it a top choice for travelers.
- +Convenient location
- +Exceptional service
- +Modern rooms
- -Dated bathrooms
- -Rushed breakfast
Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
InterContinental Shanghai Pudong
The InterContinental Shanghai Pudong offers a hospitable and professional experience, with guest-friendly staff and well-appointed suites, while the hotel's vintage charm and prestigious history provide a unique sense of luxury.
The InterContinental Shanghai Pudong offers a hospitable and professional experience, with guest-friendly staff and well-appointed suites, while the hotel's vintage charm and prestigious history provide a unique sense of luxury.
- +Exceptional hospitality
- +Helpful staff
- +IHG member recognition
- -Aging interiors
- -Inadequate air-conditioning
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
Hyatt on the Bund Hotel
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
Hotel Indigo Shanghai on The Bund
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
The Westin Bund Center Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
Dorsett Shanghai
The Dorsett Shanghai is highly commended for its excellent location and commendable service, offering a comfortable stay with a few areas for improvement.
The Dorsett Shanghai is highly commended for its excellent location and commendable service, offering a comfortable stay with a few areas for improvement.
- +Excellent location
- +Great service
- +Spacious rooms
- -Dated property
- -Slow check-in/check-out
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Shanghai - Pudong
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Shanghai - Pudong provides a decent stay with spacious rooms and impressive views, although some guests found the service and facilities lacking.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Shanghai - Pudong provides a decent stay with spacious rooms and impressive views, although some guests found the service and facilities lacking.
- +Spacious rooms
- +Great views
- +Decent breakfast
- -Dated facilities
- -Poor service
Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai-Pudong
The Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai-Pudong offers a comfortable and convenient stay with its spacious rooms, friendly service, and good value for money. The location, especially its proximity to Disneyland and the airport, adds to its appeal despite some minor maintenance issues.
The Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai-Pudong offers a comfortable and convenient stay with its spacious rooms, friendly service, and good value for money. The location, especially its proximity to Disneyland and the airport, adds to its appeal despite some minor maintenance issues.
- +Spacious rooms
- +Friendly staff
- +Good value
- -Needs updating
- -Limited English
Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is highly praised for its prime location, exceptional cleanliness, and accommodating staff. It provides a comfortable and convenient stay for exploring Shanghai.
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is highly praised for its prime location, exceptional cleanliness, and accommodating staff. It provides a comfortable and convenient stay for exploring Shanghai.
- +Prime location
- +Exceptional cleanliness
- +Excellent breakfast
Courtyard Shanghai Xujiahui
The Courtyard Shanghai Xujiahui offers a comfortable stay with easy access to shopping and dining areas. The staff is professional and friendly, making the experience enjoyable.
The Courtyard Shanghai Xujiahui offers a comfortable stay with easy access to shopping and dining areas. The staff is professional and friendly, making the experience enjoyable.
- +Convenient location
- +Clean rooms
- +Helpful staff
- -Dated decor
- -Uncomfortable restaurant seating.
SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund
SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund provides an exceptional stay with its modern, spacious rooms, attentive staff, and excellent location. The hotel is particularly noted for its cleanliness and great value for money.
SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund provides an exceptional stay with its modern, spacious rooms, attentive staff, and excellent location. The hotel is particularly noted for its cleanliness and great value for money.
- +Excellent location
- +Spacious rooms
- +Attentive staff
- -Maintenance issues
- -Inadequate cooling
The Eton Hotel
Great value accommodation in Pudong
Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq - Bund Circle Shanghai
The Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq - Bund Circle Shanghai is highly praised for its prime location, comfortable and spacious rooms, and exceptional service. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's proximity to tourist attractions and the extraordinary skyline view.
The Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq - Bund Circle Shanghai is highly praised for its prime location, comfortable and spacious rooms, and exceptional service. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's proximity to tourist attractions and the extraordinary skyline view.
- +Prime location
- +Comfortable rooms
- +Helpful staff
- -Thin pillows
- -Accessibility issues
Oriental Riverside Hotel
The Oriental Riverside Hotel in Shanghai offers a prime location with breathtaking views and convenient access to local attractions, despite some service issues.
The Oriental Riverside Hotel in Shanghai offers a prime location with breathtaking views and convenient access to local attractions, despite some service issues.
- +Prime location
- +Stunning views
- +Close to shopping
- -Poor service
- -Expensive extras
Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong provides a pleasant experience marked by supportive staff, spacious rooms, and diverse amenities, although some facilities may need updating.
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong provides a pleasant experience marked by supportive staff, spacious rooms, and diverse amenities, although some facilities may need updating.
- +Prime location
- +Spacious rooms
- +Helpful staff
- -Faulty facilities
- -Overpriced breakfast
Atour Hotel Shanghai Bund Nanjing East Road
The Atour Hotel Shanghai Bund Nanjing East Road provides an exceptional stay with excellent service, including laundry, and a convenient location.
The Atour Hotel Shanghai Bund Nanjing East Road provides an exceptional stay with excellent service, including laundry, and a convenient location.
- +Great location
- +Complimentary laundry service
- +Room cleanliness
- -Overcharging issues
- -Unready rooms
Shanghai JOYFU YARD Hotel
Great value accommodation in Pudong
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Find the perfect place to stay in Shanghai with our guide to the best hotels and accommodations. Whether you're looking for luxury hotels, boutique stays, or budget-friendly options, Shanghai has accommodations for every traveler and budget.
Top-rated stays include Fairmont Peace Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel, known for their excellent service and locations.
The best areas to stay in Shanghai depend on your interests. Central locations offer convenience, while neighborhood stays provide authentic Shanghai experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanghai
The best area depends on your priorities. City center locations offer convenience but may be pricier. Neighborhoods slightly outside the center can offer better value while still being well-connected.
For the best rates and availability, book 2-3 months in advance, especially during peak season. Last-minute deals can be found, but selection may be limited.
Shanghai offers hotels, apartments, hostels, and boutique stays. Hotels work well for shorter trips, while apartments suit longer stays or families. Check our recommendations above for top-rated options.
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About Shanghai, China
Shanghai offers travelers an authentic China experience with its unique blend of culture, cuisine, and attractions. Whether you're exploring historic landmarks, savoring local flavors, or discovering hidden gems, Shanghai promises memorable adventures for every type of traveler. Our curated guide features 12 must-see attractions, 25 recommended restaurants, 25 places to stay, carefully selected to help you make the most of your visit. Use Free City Guides to plan your perfect Shanghai itinerary, discover local favorites, and travel smarter with insider tips from experienced travelers.
