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Recommended Shanghai Luxury Hotels & Hostels (5-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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JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No. 399 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

Surrounding: Xintiandi, the Bund, Shanghai Museum, Jing’an Temple

Distance to Downtown: 500m;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 16km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 46km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 3km

Wood-panelled doors, exceptional service and remarkable 360 degree views of the People's Square and central Shanghai. Just checking on the 38th floor with its floor-to-wall windows is an exhilarating experience. A contender for Shanghai's best hotel. Also close to all main attractions, including Nanjing Road, the park across the street and Shanghai Museum.

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No.88 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

Surrounding: Nanjing Road, Shanghai Museum, People’s Square, the Bund

Distance to Downtown: 1km;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 19km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 43km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 3km

The hotel has good location to everywhere and good value. Rooms have everything you need. With what are essentially an office and a separate bedroom, the hotel is perfect for business. The rotating restaurant serves delicious food across a wide range of cuisines. Very kind and friendly staff will serve you from check-in to check-out.

Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No. 159 Henan South Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

Surrounding: Yu Garden & Bazaar, the Bund, Nanjing Road, People’s Square, Shanghai Museum

Distance to Downtown: 2km;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 18km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 42km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 5km

This hotel has a great location, within walking distance to the downtown. From check-in to check-out the staffs are friendly and polite. The communal areas and 337 rooms (suites) are decorated to a high standard and provide all needed amenities. Here, you have endless choice of breakfast, western and Chinese, and it changes daily.

Shanghai JC Mandarin Hotel Limited

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No. 1225 Nanjing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai

Surrounding: Jing’an Temple, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Museum

Distance to Downtown: 2km;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 15km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 45km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 3km

The hotel is in an excellent location, is very well kept and has a great breakfast buffet included. The 515 rooms are lovely spacious, very clean and at a comfortable temperature. Large bathroom with a reasonable shower is over the bath. And the price is reasonable for your stay.

Howard Johnson Plaza Shanghai

Breakfast: Western & Chinese

Add: No.595 Jiujiang Road, Shanghai (People's Square)

Surrounding: Nanjing Road, the Bund, Shanghai Museum, Waibaidu Bridge, Xintiandi

Distance to Downtown: 1.5km;

Distance to Hongqiao Airport: 19km;

Distance to Pudong Airport: 42km;

Distance to Shanghai Railway Station: 3.6km

Howard Johnson Plaza is in brilliant location for tourists, just off Nanjing Road. The service at this hotel is terrific. People at the front desk all speak English, so you could get smooth and easy check-in and check-out. The 360 rooms are very comfortable, in good condition and have everything you needed.

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.

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☛ 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).

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☛ 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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