The Bund & People's Square
If anywhere in town fully conveys swish 1930s Shanghai, it’s the old Cathay, rising imperiously from the Bund. One of the city’s most iconic hotels, the…
Must-see hotels in Shanghai
The Bund & People's Square
Grandly marking the southern end of the Bund is the former Shanghai Club (1910), once the Bund’s most exclusive gentlemen’s hangout. The 20 original rooms…
The Bund & People's Square
Dating from the 1930s, this art deco beauty was a famous hangout for the glitterati in the swinging 1930s. Splendidly refurbished, it features a sumptuous…
Shanghai
Within a former post office, China’s first carbon-neutral hotel not only incorporates recyclable materials and low-energy products where possible, but…
Shanghai
Spanning the 79th to 93rd floors of the towering Shanghai World Financial Center, this soaring hotel sees Pudong’s huge buildings dwarfing into Lego…
InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland
Shanghai
The world's first underground hotel, this architectural feat transformed an abandoned quarry lake into a luxury resort. Everything overlooks the water…
Shanghai
Slightly tucked away from the Lujiazui five-star hotel melee in a sheltered riverside spot, the 362-room Mandarin Oriental is a visual feast, from the…
The Bund & People's Square
One of Shanghai's best youth hostels, E-Tour has fine feng shui, a historic alleyway setting and pleasant rooms. But it’s the tranquil courtyard with fish…
Shanghai
Not your typical generic backpackers, this friendly and atmospheric hostel is set within a century-old house full of character. Its common area in the…
French Concession
Housed in a tower with retro ’70s-style windows, this fab hotel’s metal-latticework lobby suggests an art space, a sensation that persists when you hunt…
French Concession
Xintiandi has become a magnet for luxury hotels, and they don’t come much nicer than this one. Its 357 smart, stylish rooms all feature huge floor-to…
French Concession
This chic B&B has five homey double rooms in a 1930s town house full of character. Some of the rooms are small, but each is decorated with style,…
Shanghai
From the stingray-skin-effect wallpaper in the lift to its stunning alfresco Flair bar and exceptional service, the exquisitely styled 285-room Ritz…
French Concession
Housed in a secluded 1927 four-storey French Concession villa, this quiet place is run by a friendly, English-speaking owner. Six spacious suites are…
Shanghai Old City
There are few more stylish places to base yourself in Shanghai than this breathtaking 19-room, four-storey South Bund converted 1930s warehouse right by…
The Bund & People's Square
You'll never need to leave this beautiful art deco property – the plush and elegant rooms have amazing views of the Bund, there are tropical roof gardens…
Shanghai
This youthful hotel is built on a snappy design ethos: the reception doubles as a cool cafe and bar, bright rooms are comfortable without being lavish,…
Shanghai
The Meego is decorated with stencils of Shanghai's skyline and rooms are modern and clean but compact. Choose between private rooms with city views or…
Rock & Wood International Youth Hostel
Shanghai
With a serene bamboo-edged pond in its courtyard, and a bright and inviting lounge and bar area, this is a popular tranquil choice for travellers. Rooms…
Shanghai
Housed in a former towel factory, this fabulous youth hostel leaves most others hanging out to dry. You’ll pass a row of splendid shíkùmén (stone-gate…
Hongkou & North Shanghai
If you need a stylish Shanghai address, you can’t get much better than one of these luxurious, beautifully appointed apartments in the Embankment Building…
The Bund & People's Square
Victor Sassoon probably would have traded in his old digs in a heartbeat if he could have stayed in the chairman’s suite here. Housed across the upper 24…
The Bund & People's Square
This spiffy Bund hotel has a heritage look achieved by combining art deco motifs with Shanghai modernity. It’s a grade above many other market rivals,…
Shanghai
This classy 548-room hotel, spanning the top 34 floors of the majestic Jinmao Tower, remains one of Shanghai’s finest. The neck-craning 33-storey atrium…
Shanghai
Impeccable service, excellent facilities and a central location make this one of the best business hotels this side of the Huangpu River. While it lacks…
Metropolo Hotel – People's Square
The Bund & People's Square
Occupying the former Chinese YMCA building (1931) just south of People’s Square, this member of the Metropolo chain is one of the city’s better midrange…
Shanghai
With open-space rooms divided by hanging silk screens and an understated beige-and-mahogany colour scheme accentuated by a few well-placed orchids, the…
French Concession
A fantastic option for travelling families, the Ascot offers serviced apartments with all the facilities of a luxury hotel (swimming pool, gym, breakfast…
Hongkou & North Shanghai
Famous guests at the 'oldest hotel in China' include the likes of Charlie Chaplin, Albert Einstein and Bertrand Russell. Built in 1846, the neo-classical…
French Concession
Although slightly out of the action, this hostel is near Luban Rd metro station, so transport is sorted. Rooms are clean and simple with pine furniture…
Shanghai Old City
With its quirky lobby – chairs like birdcages; tree branches trapped in cascades of glass jars; sheets of metal riveted to the wall; modish, sinuously…
The Bund & People's Square
Set in a beautiful colonial villa dating from the 1930s, the Bund Garden retains its distinct classic British feel with red-brick Gothic features,…
Shanghai
Travel back to old Shanghai at this beautiful heritage hotel (c 1934), which was the former residence of a Shanghainese banker. Its unique architecture…
The Bund & People's Square
For those who prefer something more contemporary than the old-world hotels nearby, the Méridien is a stylish affair with a Nouvelle Vague soundtrack and…
Shanghai
Those wanting to make an evening getaway out of their Sheshan visit can stay at this Chinese resort-style hotel, located between Happy Valley and Sheshan…
Shanghai
Just perusing the lobby landscape, with its traditional Chinese paintings and vast overhead screen swarming with hypnotic patterns, is a diversion in…
The Bund & People's Square
Capped by a distinctive clock tower, this historic hotel (1926) is strong on both character and style. The neoclassical entrance leads to a marble lobby…
The Bund & People's Square
Sitting on top of a building block shared with other budget hotels, this hostel gets kudos for its central location. The prized rooms are the deluxe…
Shanghai
Stylish and excellent value for money, this neat and tastefully presented hotel zeroes in on business travellers, but also appeals to visitors who want…
Shanghai
While perhaps falling a tad short of its boutique aspirations, this hotel is a stylish choice – especially given its prime location on West Nanjing Rd…
