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Lonely Planet review
Manned by professional staff, this 27-storey hotel has been transformed over recent years into a well-managed and proficient four-star hotel. The pink post-modern exterior, however, is hardly a unique selling point.
Recent refurbishment of the Equatorial's rooms has ejected the weary in favour of the tasteful and comfortable making for a satisfying stay in a well-located hotel. Service standards are also improving (but some guests still grumble) although West Yan'an Rd - all twin levels of it - puts the roar of Shànghǎi's traffic on your doorstep. It's perfectly suitable for both business travellers and those traipsing about town - the Equatorial is a short stroll from Jing'an Temple metro station - great for transport, but not so ideal for wining and dining. The hotel boasts a large choice of restaurants (including a popular international buffet in the lobby cafe). Mammoth discounts of around 50% deflate the bloated tariff, so check in advance.
Services & facilities
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Guest services
- Express check-in
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Tour assistance
- Express check-out
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Porter/bellhop
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Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Laundry facilities
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Spa
- Hair salon
- Health club
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Restaurant/Café
- Coffee shop or café
- Full board rates available
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Parking
- Parking garage
- Secure parking
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Wi-Fi/internet access
- Free Wi-Fi
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Pets
- Pets not allowed
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Accessibility
- Elevator/lift
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Outdoor space
- Garden
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Luggage storage
- Luggage storage
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Concierge
- Concierge services
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Shop
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
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- Poolside bar
- Bar/lounge
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Family
- Babysitting or childcare
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Bureau de Change/ATM
- Currency exchange
Description
Location. Hotel Equatorial Shanghai is located close to Childrens Municipal Palace, Jing An Temple, and The Bund. Additional points of interest include Shanghai Exhibition Center and French Concession.
Hotel Features. Hotel Equatorial Shanghai features a coffee shop/café, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Room service is available. Recreational amenities include a health club. This 4-star property has a 24-hour business center and offers secretarial services, a technology helpdesk, and business services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas. The property has event space consisting of a conference center, banquet facilities, conference/meeting rooms, and a ballroom. The property offers a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Wedding services, concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and translation services are available. Additional property amenities include a library, gift shops/newsstands, and laundry facilities.
Guestrooms. 507 air-conditioned guestrooms at Hotel Equatorial Shanghai feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Accommodations offer city views. Bathrooms feature handheld showerheads. They also offer makeup/shaving mirrors, bathrobes, and slippers. Wired high-speed and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. In addition to desks and complimentary newspapers, guestrooms offer direct-dial phones. Premium satellite television is provided. Coffee/tea makers, complimentary bottled water, and safes are also provided. Guests may request in-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and wake-up calls. A nightly turndown service is offered and housekeeping is available daily.