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Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
4.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel is in convenient location. It is clean, spacious and the hotel staffs are friendly."
Hong Kong SAR China
YIU LAM HO KENRICK KA KI
The price is ￥15,409
￥17,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi

The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent boutique hotel. Loved the club lounge. Very generous food and exceptional service from Staff. Outstanding spa. Very good value. "
Canada
Gloria
The price is ￥26,605
￥31,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
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Jin Jiang Tower

Jin Jiang Tower
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (912 reviews)
"Convenient location and good size of the room"
United States
Guangyan
The price is ￥10,920
￥12,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Jin Jiang Tower
Exterior

Green Court Residence City Center Shanghai

Green Court Residence City Center Shanghai
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,516 reviews)
"Clean room and good location"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is ￥10,400
￥12,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Green Court Residence City Center Shanghai
2 indoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (566 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
RAUL
The price is ￥46,515
￥54,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 13 - Feb 14
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
Indoor pool

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Hotel, highly recommend "
Canada
Aseem
The price is ￥13,532
￥15,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Lobby lounge

The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai

The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jill
The price is ￥21,063
￥24,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai
Exterior

Central Hotel Shanghai

Central Hotel Shanghai
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"As usual great stay "
United States
CHANTE
The price is ￥10,545
￥12,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Central Hotel Shanghai
Lobby

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great overall experiences"
United States
Sunarti
The price is ￥17,959
￥20,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Bar (on property)

The Eton Hotel

The Eton Hotel
4.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Best hotel ever!"
United States
Manuel
The price is ￥6,770
￥7,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
The Eton Hotel
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Price trends for hotels in Downtown Shanghai

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February
August
￥18,238
￥22,262
Month
Price
January
￥24,687
February
￥18,238
March
￥22,262
April
￥24,701
May
￥25,333
June
￥26,036
July
￥24,811
August
￥27,503
September
￥26,596
October
￥26,152
November
￥22,575
December
￥20,557
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Downtown Shanghai.

Top Downtown Shanghai Hotel Reviews

Central Hotel Shanghai

Central Hotel Shanghai

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very polite and helpful "
Joseph 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Central Hotel Shanghai

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Shanghai like for travelers on a budget?
Downtown Shanghai offers cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great vacation choice for budget-conscious travelers. In addition to its well-known attractions like The Bund, this destination is home to Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park and Yu Garden, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Downtown Shanghai?
Based on reviews, Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and 3 restaurants. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Shanghai Hills&Dengba Inn-New Land Plaza and WeFlow Hostel - Shanghai Xintiandi.
How many inexpensive hotels will I find in Downtown Shanghai?
Expedia has 5 hotels in Downtown Shanghai that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
What is there to see and do in Downtown Shanghai?
Downtown Shanghai attracts visitors with its major shopping area and top museums, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as The Bund and Shanghai Disneyland©, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Shanghai Old Street, or enjoy the outdoors at Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park and Yu Garden.
How can I get to Downtown Shanghai and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Downtown Shanghai can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away from the center in Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), located 19.2 mi (30.9 km) away. You can access metro transit at East Nanjing Road Station, Yuyuan Garden Station, and Puxi Tram Stop.

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