The Best Central
Luxury Hotels in Shanghai

Central. Stylish. Cosy rooms. Blending 1930’s Shanghai charm with luxuries of the modern world, The Yangtze Boutique Shanghai is located in Shanghai’s city centre, just 30 metres from People’s Square metro station (line 1, 2 and 8). Its excellent leisure facilities include a gym and a historic ballroom. The Yangtze Boutique Shanghai is surrounded by a range of dining, shopping and entertainment options, such as Nanjing Pedestrian Street, Huaihai Road, Shanghai Art Museum, Shanghai Grand Theatre and People's Park. It is a 10-minute walk from The Bund. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is about a 45-minute car journey from the hotel, while Pudong International Airport is 50 minutes' drive away. The Yangtze Boutique Shanghai is a 40-minute drive to Shanghai Disneyland. All rooms demonstrate enchanting elegance by a perfect integration of old shanghai culture and Art Deco. Each has a 42-inch flat-screen TV, DVD player and iHome iPod dock. Most of the rooms have a balcony with views of Shanghai skyline. Swirling staircases, classic art displays, soothing background music and colourful dome paintings add to the charm of this design hotel. Special day trips and car rentals can also be arranged at the tour desk. Show full description

Great views. Popular among business travellers. Rising up along the bustling East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, the gorgeous 66-storey Conrad Shanghai is one of Shanghai’s landmarks in the city centre. Directly opposite People’s Square, the luxurious hotel offers spectacular views of Shanghai skyline and boasts a heated indoor pool and a hot tub. Just beside Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Grand Theater, Conrad Shanghai is a short 3-minute walk from People’s Square metro station (line 1,2 and 8), a 10-minute stroll from the famous Bund, a 15-minute walk from Yuyuan Garden as well as Xintiandi. A variety of shopping, dining and entertainment options can be found within walking distance of the hotel. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Shanghai city, the elegantly decorated rooms create a feel of royalty with their ample sitting area and spacious marble bathrooms. Each unit includes a bathtub, ironing facilities and a minibar. Refreshing workouts await at the well-equipped fitness centre. After a day of activity, enjoy soothing massages and the use of sauna facilities. Beauty shop, gift shop and tour desk are also available. Show full description

Super central. Opened August 2021. Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road, an IHG Hotel is located in the centre of Shanghai, 300 metres from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel each room has air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road, an IHG Hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road, an IHG Hotel offers an indoor pool. You can play table tennis at the hotel. People's Square is 700 metres from Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road, an IHG Hotel, while Yu Garden is 2.5 km away. The nearest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Very central. Comfortable beds. Great views. Occupying the higher floors of Tomorrow Square beside People's Square, JW Marriott Hotel offers rooms with excellent views of Shanghai. It has indoor and outdoor pools and 6 dining options. The hotel offers travel to the airport in a luxurious car at an extra charge. JW Marriott Shanghai at Tomorrow Square is within walking distance from People's Square and Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. It is a 5-minute drive from Xintiandi, while Yu Garden and the Bund are 15 minutes’ drive away. Featuring large windows, rooms at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Tomorrow Square are also equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, fridge and safety deposit box. En suite bathrooms have a bathtub and separate massage shower. Guests can work out at the 24-hour fitness centre, enjoy free Wi-Fi in the lobby or make use of the library and sauna facilities. Buffet breakfast is served at the hotel. Wan Hao Chinese Restaurant specialises in Cantonese and local dishes. Steak and lobsters can be enjoyed at JW’s California Grill. Show full description

Superb breakfast. Very clean. Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre offers amenities and guest service in a downtown location within around a 5-minute walk from East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and People’s Square subway hub (line 1, 2 and 8). It features a day spa, a 25-metre indoor pool and fitness facilities. The hotel is around a 16-minute walk from Shanghai Museum, around a 10-minute drive from the Bund or Xintiandi and around a 15-minute drive from the Oriental Pearl Tower. It is around a 50-minute subway ride from Hongqiao Railway Station and Airport. Pudong International Airport can be reached by around a 1-hour drive. Featuring skyline or river views from over-sized windows, the spacious rooms offer dark wood interiors and shades of maroon. Large bathrooms have comfort toiletries and separate bath and shower areas. Guests can enjoy a relaxing spa massage or the sauna after active gym workouts. The hotel provides concierge services and meeting facilities. The dining options include Man Bao Lou Chinese Restaurant and Shanghai City Bistro. The Lounge offers all-day dining while Java+ serves freshly baked pastries. Show full description

Great value. Popular among business travellers. Conveniently located at Nanjing Road pedestrian street, the Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is overlooking the Century Square, adjacent to the People Square and The Bund, known as the “International Architectural Exposition“. Large commercial buildings are criss-crossed with famous and special products stores and endless tourists. Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is around a 15-minute walk from The Bund, Shanghai Museum and People’s Square. It is around a 30-minute drive from Hongqiao Airport. Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is around a 40-minute drive to Shanghai Disneyland. Elegant rooms at Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road are fitted with marble-tiled bathrooms. Each room has a flat-screen TV, minibar and tea/coffee maker. Free wired and Wi-Fi internet is provided in all rooms. The guestrooms are designed in warm and bright style aligned with Holiday Inn brand features Spanish brand “Velfont” green hypoallergenic bed linen, ensuring you a good sleep. Host your events at our meeting rooms with complete facilities and a dedicated catering team. The fitness center is equipped with complete facilities allowing you to stay healthy and energetic. All-day dining “Hi bowl” restaurant serves high quality food in Asian and Western fare. The Chinese Restaurant features specialties from different regions of China. A quiet and cozy lobby bar supplies various drinks and delicate snacks, an engaging setting where business and leisure intersect. Show full description

Elegant. Good breakfast. Great restaurant. As the gateway to Xintiandi, the lifestyle and entertainment hub of Shanghai, The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi is ideally located adjacent to the retail utopia of Huaihai Road, surrounded by various trendy clubs, glamorous international restaurants and designer boutiques. Boasting Chuan Spa, an indoor pool and gourmet cuisine across several stylish restaurants, this property is a 1-minute stroll from South Huangpi Road Subway Station (Line 1), which provides easy access to the top tourist attractions in Shanghai. The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi is a 5-minute drive from People’s Square, a 15-minute drive from the Bund and a 18-minute drive from Hongqiao International Airport. Pudong International Airport is a 45-minute car journey away. Airport shuttle buses are provided. Shanghai Disneyland can be reached in 37 minutes by car. Modern rooms feature dark wood interiors and over-sized windows overlooking the city. Other comforts include a tea/coffee maker and a spacious bathroom with twin vanities and a bathtub. Guests can unwind with a workout in the 24-hour fitness centre, or soothe tired muscle in the hot tub. For those who wish to travel around, the staff at the concierge can assist with sightseeing arrangements. Car rental service is available. Enjoy sumptuous local dishes and Cantonese delicacies at the hotel’s signature restaurant Tang Court. Cachet restaurant offers all-day dining. Afternoon tea and refreshing beverages are available at the lobby lounge and bar. Show full description

Central. Great restaurant. Rooftop bar. Directly facing the People's Square, the Shanghai Art Museum, Shanghai Grand Theatre and East Nanjing Road shopping area, luxury awaits at Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World. Offering free Wi-Fi in spacious rooms, it houses an indoor pool and a day spa. Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World is around a 1-minute stroll from People's Square Subway Station (Line 1, 2 and 8), which provides easy access to the railway station, Hongqiao Airport and Pudong Airport. It is around a 5-minute drive from The Bund and its entertainment precinct. Offering soft lighting and a comfy seating area, the air-conditioned rooms feature classic wood interiors and flat-screen cable TV. They are provided with a tea/coffee maker and a bathtub. Guests can relax in the sauna, or enjoy a game of billiards. Other leisure amenities include a games room, squash court and a fitness centre. Featuring 5 dining options, highlights include international buffets at the 24-hour Windows on the Park. Panoramic skyline views accompany varied Asian menus and show kitchens at Epicure on 45. Show full description

Hip. Creative. Friendly staff. Featuring free WiFi, The Shanghai EDITION offers rooms in Shanghai, only a 5-minute walk from the Bund. The property is situated just about 1-minute walk from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Road and about 1.2 km from People's Square and Yu Garden. The hotel features a hot tub and entertainment staff. Nanjing East Road Subway Station Line 10 and Line 2 is only a 2-minute walk away. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 20 km from the property, while Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 43 km from the property. The units features air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a hot tub, branded toiletries and a desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The hotel boasts ample public spaces including a range of flexible meeting and event spaces, a fully landscaped tropical rooftop garden with bars and open-air cinemas, a sunken pool overlooking the city, as well as a gym, spa and top floor terrace. There are 3 dining options on site. There is a signature Japanese restaurant HIYA on the 27th floor and Canton Disco, a Cantonese restaurant featuring 5 private dining rooms. The hotel also has a brasserie style all-day dining restaurant Shanghai Tavern, 3 lounge bars and 2 rooftop bars. Show full description

Nice style. Creative. Comfortable beds. Boasting a fitness centre, a bar and 2 restaurants, The Sukhothai Shanghai is situated in Jingan District and is 1.2 km from People's Square. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Road. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service for guests. Xintiandi is 1.4 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, 13 km from The Sukhothai Shanghai. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a hot tub, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also feature free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a city view. At The Sukhothai Shanghai, every room is equipped with a seating area. A 24-hour fitness centre is at guests' disposal during their stay. There are few dining options on the ground floor including URBAN Café & Lounge and La Scala Italian Restaurant. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available every morning on site. Show full description

Creative. Bulgari Hotel Shanghai has free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Shanghai. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a hot tub. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Bulgari Hotel Shanghai provides some units with city views, and all rooms are fitted with a kettle. All guest rooms in the accommodation are fitted with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes continental, Italian and American options. Bulgari Hotel Shanghai offers a hammam. Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. Is 1.6 km from the hotel, while People's Square is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, 17 km from Bulgari Hotel Shanghai. Show full description

Very clean. Great value. Popular among business travellers. Grand Central Hotel Shanghai is located next to The Bund and East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. Its modern comforts include a large indoor pool and rooms with free internet access. Grand Central Hotel Shanghai is a 3-minute walk from Shanghai’s Metro subway line 1, 2 and 8. You can also experience the authentic elegance of fine Western cuisine here at the Central Grill on the 2nd floor with an extensive list of wines at your selection. People's Square is 11 minutes' walk from the property. Lujiazui can be reached by metro within 25 minutes. It is a 20 minutes’ drive from Hongqiao Airport and 40-minute ride from Pudong Airport. Shanghai Disneyland is a 46-minute drive away. The Bund is a 4-minute drive away. Golden and brown hues characterise guest rooms, which are fitted with a flat-screen TV and work desk. A personal safe and spacious marble bathroom are also included. Guests may exercise at the well-equipped fitness centre or enjoy a game of billiards. The hotel also provides a business centre and laundry services. Bo Yuet Jin serves traditional Cantonese cuisine. Other dining options include buffet meals at the coffee shop and drinks at the lobby lounge. Show full description

Highly elegant. Cool. Cosy rooms. Set in Shanghai, 1.4 km from People's Square, The Middle House offers accommodation with free bikes, private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna and room service. Every room has a safety deposit box, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony. The units will provide guests with a minibar. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, Italian and local cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at The Middle House. Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. Is 1.3 km from the accommodation, while Jing'an Temple is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, 14 km from The Middle House. Show full description

Great views. The Peninsula Shanghai is located directly opposite The Bund and a 5-minute walk from East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street Shopping District. It features a large indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre. Free parking is provided and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. All guests can enjoy free welcome fruit, coffee and tea. Spacious guest rooms feature stylish interiors with modern furnishings. Each is well-equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine, an iPod dock, and a 46-inch plasma TV with cable channels. Guests can use the in-room fax/printer for free. Other amenities include a large work station, a personal safe and ironing equipment. The ample bathrooms include a spa bath and a separate shower and a tv. Massages and beauty treatments can be found at the Peninsula Spa by ESPA. Guests can work out at the fitness centre or swim at 25-metre lap pool. The staff at the tour desk can assist with making travel arrangements. Yilong Court serves a selection of Chinese dishes. European cuisine can be enjoyed at Sir Elly’s Restaurant. Sum up the day with drinks at the Compass Bar, and live music at Salon de Ning. Shanghai Peninsula is a 40-minute drive from Pudong Airport and a 30-minute drive from Hongqiao Airport. Show full description

Great location. Located beside the confluence of Suzhou Creek and Huangpu River, as well as the northern end of The Bund, Broadway Mansions Hotel is a nineteen-floor Art Deco hotel designed by Mr. Bright Fraser, an architecture icon from UK. The property boasts a gym, spa and wellness centre, library and 6 dining options. As the best view point on the bank of Huangpu River, Broadway Mansions Hotel is located opposite Waibaidu Bridge. It is a 5-minute walk from England Consulate and Lingshi Guandi, an 8-minute walk from The Bund Historical Museum and Huangpu Park. Pudong International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Spacious guestrooms boast modern interiors with a touch of old-world charm. Coupled with vintage-style furnishings, each room has a minibar, TV with cable and satellite channels and clear windows that overlook both banks of Huangpu River. Free wired internet access is provided. Guests can relax in the sauna room, enjoy soothing massage treatment, or organise day trips at the tour desk. For anyone who fancies a game of billiards, there are table available. The hotel’s 6 dining options offer a wide variety of Japanese, Chinese and French cuisine. Drinks and live music can be enjoyed at the British Bar on the Bund. Show full description

Trendy. Good breakfast. Great location. Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai-a concept by Hyatt is a luxurious boutique hotel located in the heart of Xintiandi Area, a 1-minute walk from Middle Huaihai Road. A unique, futuristic design sets this hotel apart from the rest. An indoor pool and a fitness centre are available. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. Steps from Xintiandi Subway Station (line 10) and South Huangpi Road Subway Station (line 1), Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai-a concept by Hyatt is a 2-minute walk from Huaihai Park and an 8-minute drive from People’s Square and Fuxing Park. The Bund is a 10-minute drive away. Offering city views, all rooms come with an iPod docking station, an iPad based guestroom solution, an in-room minibar and ironing facilities. Local phone calls, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, welcome drink and all-day coffee, tea, soft drinks at the Lounge are available. The ample bathrooms feature both bath and shower facilities. Guests can relaxing with soothing spa treatments, laze in the sauna, or make use of the meeting rooms and business centre. Added conveniences include free Wi-Fi in all areas, car rentals and a tour desk. Kitchen Studios offers Andaz signature homemade breakfast. Show full description

Elegant. Rooftop bar. With over 9 decades of history, the iconic Fairmont Peace Hotel was a favourite with the local elite and foreign celebrities, including Charlie Chaplin. World-renowned Old Jazz Band and lavish art deco styles await guests. Luxurious rooms at Fairmont decorated in calming pastels feature a DVD player and flat-screen TV. The hotel overlooks The Bund and Huangpu River. An iPod dock and espresso machine are also included. En suite bathrooms offer upscale amenities and a bathtub for a pampering soak. Fairmont Peace Hotel is located right next the Bund and is a 5-minute walk from Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. It is a 20-minute ride from Hongqiao International Airport. Pudong International Airport is a 40-minute drive away. Guests can pamper themselves with a swim in the indoor pool or get a treatment at Willow Stream Spa. Surcharged Tai-chi classes are also available upon reservation. The hotel has a business centre and tour desk that takes care of guests’ requests and needs. Free parking is available. Fairmont has 6 restaurants and bars. Dragon Phoenix presents traditional Shanghainese cuisine. Cathay Room offers casual elegance with accomplished modern European cuisine. Jazz Bar is one of the most historic live music venues in Shanghai with the world famous Old Jazz Band performing daily. Victor’s offers light cuisine and sweet moments. Jasmine Lounge offers the finest afternoon tea, Saturday Tea Dance and Sunday Tea Jazz experiences. Fairmont Peace Hotel On the Bund (Start your own story with the BUND) is reducing the reliance on single-use plastics in their toiletries. Show full description

Great breakfast. Great value. The luxurious Westin Bund Center Shanghai is only a few steps away from the Bund Architecture Group and Huangpu Riverside. It offers stylish accommodation with an indoor pool and a spa. It is a short walk from the Yuyuan Garden and Nanjing Road Shopping Pedestrian Street and only a ten-minute drive from Lujiazui Financial District. All equipped with air conditioning and quality bedding, spacious guest rooms are fitted with a personal safe, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A walk-in shower, a bathtub and premium amenities are provided for your comfort. The two-story fitness centre and heated swimming pool, open 24 hours a day, are a great way to relax and unwind. Guests can get sports equipment rentals at the gym, and the concierge provides a jogging map that takes you on a tour of the Bund. The hotel has 3 restaurants and 2 bars. The stage restaurant offers buffet food from all over the world. Crystal Garden Chinese Restaurant brings you Cantonese cuisine. The Pargo Italian Restaurant serves dishes made from fresh ingredients. Show full description

Very clean. Comfortable beds. Popular among business travellers. Featuring sophisticated European Art-Deco design and free wired internet, Kempinski The One Suites Hotel Shanghai Downtown is next to West Nanjing Road and Huaihai Road. Overlooking the Shanghai skyline, the elegant studios and suites all come with a living room, a flat-screen TV and iPod dock. Kempinski The One Suites Hotel Shanghai Downtown is around a 7-minute drive from People's Square and around an 8-minute walk from West Nanjing Road Subway Station (Line 2, Line 12 and Line 13). The small kitchen has a microwave, induction cook field and imported kitchenware. En suite bathrooms come with a bathtub and shower. It is around a 10-minute drive from Shanghai Railway Station and around a 35-minute drive from Hongqiao International Airport. Pudong International Airport is around a 50-minute drive away. Car rentals, day trips and airport transfers can be arranged at the tour desk. Luggage can be stored at the 24-hour front desk. Dining options include Hotel Lobby Lounge. Daily breakfast is also served at the property. Show full description

Rooftop bar. Great location. Located only 100 metres from Yu Garden metro station (line 10) and 500 metres from Yu Garden, Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel, part of the Marriott Group, offers luxurious accommodation with flat-screen satellite TVs. It features a 24-hour fitness centre and 6 dining options. Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel is 1 km from The Bund and an 8-minute drive from Xintiandi. It takes 10 minutes by car from the hotel to Lujiazui financial area. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 10 km away. Shanghai Renaissance Yu Garden features rooms with vibrant colours. Each air-conditioned room has a minibar, tea/coffee maker and radio. Bathrobes and slippers are provided. Guests can swim at the hotel’s indoor pool. A Club Lounge on the 17th floor offers views of the city. The hotel provides free parking. Chinese, Japanese and international dishes are available at the hotel’s restaurants. Light snacks and cocktails are served at the Yu Bar. Show full description