Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Shanghai, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Places To Stay
Shanghai has a vast variety of temporary accommodation options, ranging from opulent five-star hotels to cheap-but-not-so cheerful hostels, many of which have opened since China’s economy... read more
Hotels
The hotel industry in Shanghai is big business. New hotels, on top of those 500 or so already in existence, are opening every day, and big brands such as the Park Hyatt are planning their... read more
Landmark Hotels
The beautiful seven-acre garden, surrounding what was once the French Club in the 20s, makes this hotel feel like an oasis in the middle of the French Concession. The magic continues into... read more
Hotel Apartments
It is difficult to negotiate a short-term contract on a lease in Shanghai as estate agents do not get paid commission on anything under a year so will normally tell you that it is either... read more
Guest Houses
There are several guesthouses and bed and breakfasts in Shanghai that provide a good-value alternative to hotels of a similar standard. Although some may provide broadband internet... read more
Motels & Rest Houses
Motels/Rest Houses
Not motels in the sense of being a ‘motoring hotel’ but nevertheless worthy of a proper mention are the clean, simple, and cheap Motel 168 (www.motel168.com) and... read more
Hostels
There are a growing number of clean, well-run hostels that offer budget travellers the chance to stay in the heart of Shanghai. They’re not just for young travellers or backpackers happy... read more
