City Hotel Shanghai
4 StarsStunning city skyline views, Heated indoor lap pool
Stunning city skyline views, Heated indoor lap pool
Seasonal outdoor swimming pool, Dedicated WeChat concierge
Iconic Lujiazui skyline views, Panoramic 30th floor swimming pool
Panoramic Huangpu River views, Heated indoor swimming pool
Panoramic Huangpu River views, Indoor heated swimming pool
Historic renovated Western-style house, Prime Xintiandi and Yu Garden access
Epicure on 45 revolving restaurant, Classic wood-interior guest rooms
On-site Chinese restaurant, Deep Sleep themed accommodations
Fine dining at Aurora restaurant, Indoor King Triton Pool
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Terrace Garden skyline views, Signature pan-fried pork buns
Panoramic city and landmark views, Prime Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street access
Indoor pool and Japanese bath, Signature butter biscuits
Panoramic Huangpu River views, Sky-high French gastronomy
Two-story Bund View lounge, Panoramic Sky Pool
Lujiazui skyline and river views, Authentic Cantonese and Asian dining
Prime location on East Nanjing Road, Buffet breakfast with local specialties
Indoor swimming pool, Diverse dining at Venu Restaurant
Well-equipped fitness center, Family-friendly apartment hotel
Panoramic Huangpu River views, Heated indoor lap pool
Skyline and Bund view rooms, Full-length indoor swimming pool
Full-sized bathtubs with city views, Starry Sky rooftop dining
Panoramic city view rooms, Heated indoor swimming pool
Indoor swimming pool, Michelin-starred T'ang Court restaurant
Panoramic Pudong skyline views, Mao Chinese Restaurant dining
Outdoor swimming pool, Diverse culinary experiences
Historic building on Nanjing Road, Proximity to People's Square Metro
Diverse dining experiences, Signature Rose Suite experience
Pudong skyline view terraces, Fifth-floor fitness center
Unique stadium integration, Indoor swimming pool
Panoramic 30th-floor Executive Lounge, Heated indoor swimming pool
24-hour fitness center, European-inspired architectural design
Pavilion Restaurant international buffet, Well-equipped fitness center
Authentic Chinese cuisine restaurant, Distinctive room design elements
Historic 1920s heritage building, Rooms with massage chairs
24-hour fitness center, Wuding Road Metro Station access
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The bustling metropolis of Shanghai is a destination for those in the mood for fast-paced streets, bright city lights, an endless variety of attractions and cultural events to check out, and food available at all hours of the night. With an estimated population of over 24.1 million residents as of 2016, Shanghai is the largest city by population in the world. Its coastal position at the mouth of the Yangtze makes Shanghai an ideal centre of trade, and it is therefore home to the busiest container port in the world.
Shanghai is almost surrounded by water, with the Yangtze River, the Yellow Sea and Hangzhou Bay bordering the city from north to south. Man-made Huangpu River flows through downtown Shanghai from the Yangtze, and draws visitors with river cruise tours that often offer discounts for guests of the numerous hotels in the city centre. One of the most popular leisure areas in Shanghai is The Bund or Waitan, a waterfront area situated inside the Shanghai International Settlement, home to historical buildings, hotels, wharves, food vendors and parklands. The Bund can be found on Zhongshan Road in the Huangpu District, by Huangpu River.
China is such a vast, densely populated country that each region has its own culture, dialect and food. Though its history spans over 400 years, Shanghai – traditionally called Benbang cuisine – is the youngest of the 10 major Chinese cuisines. Typical Shanghai dishes to try include Drunken Chicken, Xiaolongbao, which you may have heard called Shanghai dumplings, and chicken and blood soup – a favourite in the area. According to local legend, Blood Soup makes those that eat it stronger given it is made with real solidified blood. Seafood is also a great option when in Shanghai, with many traditional dishes containing food fresh from the sea. Shanghai’s street food scene is just as diverse as its restaurant culture – and just as busy as the rest of the city, which means food trucks and vans pulled by nothing but superhuman strength on a bike are ready and waiting all over the place. Try the mysterious sticky rice balls called ci fan tuan for breakfast, pork and scallion pancakes cong you bing for lunch, and finish with gui hua lian’ou – lotus root cooked with sticky rice and osmanthus blossom syrup.
The river systems around Shanghai have meant it was always a major shipping and trading base, though it became the subject of additional attention during the 19th century when Britain, the United States and France all noticed the city’s immense prospects. Treaties enabled trade between Shanghai and these ‘western’ countries to flourish, and led to the creation of two unique parts of the city: the French Concession and the Shanghai International Settlement. Both were developed during the 19th century, and the French Concession grew to become a mini metropolis within the city of Shanghai, remaining today as one of the city’s most interesting neighbourhoods. The French Concession is a quiet oasis in the midst of busy Shanghai, with an impressive collection of restaurants and cafes offering outdoor and indoor dining, French architecture framed by the leafy trees that line every street, tasteful hotels, and boutique stores that make it a great place to get lost for at least a few hours.
Shanghai has some fantastic attractions that you will not be able to find anywhere else, such as Shanghai Circus World, where visitors are treated to acrobatic performances that astound, astonish, and keep people coming back for more. Architectural aficionados will love the Bund International Architecture Exhibition, while the Shanghai Museum, or ‘Shanghai Bowuguan’ in Chinese, has a diverse enough collection to please everyone.
After all the indoor excitement step into the fresh air for a visit to tranquil Yu Garden, where a manicured Chinese garden spread over five acres awaits. Adjacent to Yu Garden is the City God Temple, built in commemoration of Shanghai’s municipal status. Both historical sites lie within the walls that once formed Shanghai’s defence and were demolished in 1912. The area still forms the heart of the city, and is now home to a residential population, local markets that run day and night, upscale hotels, winding old streets, and a mix of dated and modern architecture.
With hundreds of shopping malls and almost 150 markets, Shanghai is a shoppers’ paradise. The vast number of malls across the city mean all hotels are close to at least one, but for those that want to shop with a purpose, a major centre such as Shanghai IFC Mall or Metro City Plaza might be ideal. Popular markets include Yuyuan Old Street near Yu Garden, West Nanjing Road or, for something a little different, visit one of the colourful bird and flower markets.
October is usually the cheapest month to book a hotel in Shanghai, with typical prices around ฿1,969 per night based on 143,856 price comparisons.
Hotel prices in Shanghai are usually highest during December, with typical prices around ฿3,113 per night.
Hotel prices in Shanghai usually range from ฿1,059 per night to ฿4,836 per night, with typical prices around ฿2,551 per night.
Hotel prices in Shanghai are typically lowest in October at around ฿1,969 per night, rising to around ฿3,113 per night in December.
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In Shanghai, you might want to check out Jinjiang Inn Select Shanghai Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classic Nanjing Road (East) Shanghai, Ji Shanghai Bund East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Novotel Shanghai Atlantis. These hotels come highly recommended by many travelers.
For a taste of luxury in Shanghai, you might want to explore Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World, Novotel Shanghai Clover, Toy Story Hotel, The Eton Hotel Shanghai. These hotels are known for their superior amenities and high-class services.
If you're visiting Shanghai with your family, you could look at Jinjiang Inn Select Shanghai Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classic Nanjing Road (East) Shanghai, Novotel Shanghai Atlantis, Modena by Fraser Putuo Shanghai. These hotels offer a variety of family-friendly services and activities.
Traveling with pets? The hotels JI Hotel (Shanghai The Bund Jiujiang Road), Ji Hotel Shanghai The Bund Sichuan Middle Road, 7 Days Inn Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, Jin Jiang Pacific could be ideal. These hotels are not only pet-friendly but also offer numerous amenities to make your pets feel at home.
If you’re looking for a relaxing spa experience during your stay in Shanghai, check out Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World, Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai International Tourism and Resorts Zone, Radisson Collection Hyland Shanghai, Novotel Shanghai Clover – all of which offer great spa services and facilities.
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