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Recommended Shanghai Comfortable Hotels & Hostels (4-star)

As a fascinating metropolis with a soaring modern skyline, western architectures, and traditional gardens, Shanghai is the city with the best hotels in China, from modern skyscrapers with vertiginous observation decks to the exotic cozy boutique stay by the riverside. The accommodation options are so varied that there’s something to suit every fantasy.

To help narrow it down, We’ve ranked the top hotels in Shanghai based on rate, price, location, and recommendations from real travelers. From the luxury 5-star to the budget 3-star, from traditional to modern. Read more about where to stay in Shanghai, and see our editor's picks for some of Shanghai's best hotels below.

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New World Shanghai Hotel

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No. 1555 Dingxi Road, Changning District, Shanghai

Surrounding: Zhongshan Park, Jing’an Temple

Distance to Downtown: 6.5km;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 13.5km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 50km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 6km

Though it is a 4-star hotel, you’ll live in the 5-star building which is good value for money. The hotel is fresh and modern. The facilities are clean and readily available with a nice outdoor pool. The staffs here are always proactive and attentive. In the executive lounge, the staff will give great ideas and share many things and stories of Shanghai.

Xuhui International Executive Suites Shanghai

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No. 255 Dong'an Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai

Surrounding: Xujiahui Shopping Center

Distance to Downtown: 6km;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 16km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 45km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 7.5km

If you find a bit quieter hotel, this hotel will match it. It is a bit far from tourist sites, but you get a better feel of “real” Shanghai by wandering around the streets in the neighborhood. It is catered a little bit more for western visitors. Rooms are very smart and spacious with a well-equipped bathroom and tea making facility. The beds are very comfortable. Enjoy the frequently changing Asian and international food in the restaurants will make your Shanghai tour impressive.

How to Plan a Shanghai Tour

How to Get to Shanghai: You can fly to Shanghai directly from Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul, London, Los Angeles & many overseas countries (regions) and almost all major Chinese cities, like Beijing, Xian; or take high speed bullet train to Shanghai from domestic cities.

Best Time to Visit Shanghai: The ideal times to visit are March to May and September to November, when the weather is pleasant and the city’s natural scenery is at its most beautiful - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Spend 2 to 3 days exploring Shanghai’s unique blend of Western and Eastern influences!

Usually, tourists spend 2 days sightseeing the most famous landmarks, including the Bund, skyscrapers like Shanghai Tower, historical Wukang Road, informative Shanghai Museum, etc. With one extra day, you can visit Zhujiajiao Water Town or enjoy family fun in Disneyland Park in the suburb.

☛ 2 Days Classic Shanghai City Tour
☛ 3 Days Shanghai Past and Present Contrast Tour
☛ 3 Days Shanghai Highlights & Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour

For a change of scenery, consider these easy getaways:

Suzhou (30 min by high-speed train) - Famous for its classical gardens and charming water towns.

Hangzhou (1 hour by high-speed train) - Renowned for the poetic West Lake and Longjing tea plantations.

Yellow Mountain (3 hours by high-speed train) - Breathtaking peaks and UNESCO-listed landscapes.

☛ 5 Days Shanghai Hangzhou Suzhou Highlights Tour
☛ 6 Splendid East China Tour by Bullet Train
☛ 5 Days Shanghai Huangshan Tour by High Speed Train
☛ 9 Days East China & Mt. Huang Tour by High Speed Train

Start Your China Adventure from Shanghai

As a major international hub, Shanghai is the ideal gateway for exploring China—many travelers begin or end their journeys here. If you're a first-timer, we recommend extending your trip to iconic destinations like Beijing (Great Wall & Forbidden City), Xi’an (Terracotta Warriors), Zhangjiajie (Avatar-inspired peaks), and Guilin (karst landscapes & idyllic river views).

☛ 8 Days Best of China Tour (Beijing/Xian/Shanghai)
☛ 10 Days Classic China Tour (Shanghai/Guilin/Xian/Beijing)
☛ 13 Days China Landscape Tour including Zhangjiajie and Guilin(Beijing/Xian/Zhangjiajie/Guilin/Shanghai)
☛ 17 Days China Paradise Tour with Tibet Discovery & Yangtze Cruise

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Top 3 Shanghai tours chosen by most customers to explore Shanghai in the best way. Check the detailed itinerary, or tailor your own trip now with us.

3 Days Shanghai Past and Present Contrast Tour (at Leisure Pace)

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