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Our top choices for Shanghai boutique hotels

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage.

1. Nostalgia S Hotel(Shanghai Railway Station )

Nostalgia S Hotel(Shanghai Railway Station )
3.0 star property
Huangpu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We had a great stay here. The location is close to everything and the staff was amazing."
United States
Shaun
The price is Rp1.147.210
Rp1.337.647 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Nostalgia S Hotel(Shanghai Railway Station )
A modern dining area with a panoramic city view, featuring a table and chairs, and a large window.

2. Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre

Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great buffet breakfast, lots of varieties."
Canada
Diana
The price is Rp3.373.434
Rp3.933.418 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, outdoor seating area, and a well-lit facade.

3. The Sukhothai Shanghai

The Sukhothai Shanghai
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"Excellent deffo would stay again"
United Kingdom
Carlos
The price is Rp5.692.021
Rp6.636.883 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Sukhothai Shanghai
A modern building with a reflective pool, a unique tree sculpture, and a dining area visible through glass walls.

4. Alila Shanghai

Alila Shanghai
4.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"The hotel is elegant and perfectly located. The staff was extremely attentive and friendly"
Canada
Alan
The price is Rp7.581.362
Rp8.839.869 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Alila Shanghai
A multi-story hotel with a classic facade, multiple balconies with flower boxes, and a prominent entrance with a sign reading "Apartment".

5. OPARTMENT The Far Eastern Hotel - People's Square

OPARTMENT The Far Eastern Hotel - People's Square
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"Conveniently located, excellent hospitality."
Hong Kong SAR China
twinkle
The price is Rp3.868.940
Rp4.511.184 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
OPARTMENT The Far Eastern Hotel - People's Square
A modern hotel corridor with marble walls, a potted plant, and a display of items.

6. Shanghai Elong Hotel by the Nanjing Road

Shanghai Elong Hotel by the Nanjing Road
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (86 reviews)
"Excellent staffs, delicious breakfast, clean and great location"
United States
yougong
The price is Rp2.857.312
Rp3.331.626 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Shanghai Elong Hotel by the Nanjing Road
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a cityscape with prominent skyscrapers and a river.

7. Bulgari Hotel Shanghai

Bulgari Hotel Shanghai
5.0 star property
Huangpu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"Great experience of my stay"
Canada
jing
The price is Rp16.908.074
Rp19.714.814 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bulgari Hotel Shanghai
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a piano, and a large chandelier.

8. JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Tomorrow Square

JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Tomorrow Square
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (789 reviews)
"The hotel is located in the center of the city, close to Nanking dong Lu walkable street and the ppl square, and the transportation is very convenient, and the view on top floor is very beautiful!"
United States
XIAOWEN
The price is Rp3.812.498
Rp4.445.373 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Tomorrow Square
A high-rise hotel with a distinctive cylindrical top, multiple floors, and a central courtyard.

9. Central Hotel Shanghai

Central Hotel Shanghai
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The location of the motel was fantastic and at an affordable price."
United States
Todd
The price is Rp1.900.686
Rp2.185.778 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Central Hotel Shanghai
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

10. Jinglai Hotel (Shanghai Bund East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street)

Jinglai Hotel (Shanghai Bund East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street)
3.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"Great staff a d clean room excelent location"
United States
vanessa
The price is Rp1.413.894
Rp1.648.600 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Jinglai Hotel (Shanghai Bund East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street)
A spacious lobby with palm trees, a central staircase, and a modern ceiling design.

11. The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai

The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful and great location"
United States
Tyesha
The price is Rp3.136.175
Rp3.656.781 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai
A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a seating area with a table.

12. Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG

Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG
4.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (718 reviews)
"Good location to local shopping streets and restaurants"
United States
Michael
The price is Rp2.249.865
Rp2.623.342 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a bed with white linens, a small side table, and a seating area with a chair and a small table.

13. Upper House Shanghai

Upper House Shanghai
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Great location, great service and friendly staff."
United States
Chunwa
The price is Rp6.431.613
Rp7.499.261 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Upper House Shanghai
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central fountain, multiple dining areas, and balconies.

14. Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
4.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was okay, great location, brea"
Canada
Georgeta
The price is Rp2.181.469
Rp2.508.667 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
A modern bar area with a high ceiling and a glass dome structure, featuring seating and a bar counter.

15. Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
Canada
Jemila
The price is Rp2.678.239
Rp3.122.826 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
A historic building with multiple floors and balconies, surrounded by modern high-rise buildings.

16. Jinglai Hotel Bushe

Jinglai Hotel Bushe
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (101 reviews)
"The gym was very underwhelming', they could have some tissue or put some towels out, as not everyone knows how to turn on the fan. In terms of the room, it was great sized and had everything that you needed. The location of the hotel was amazing however the hotel isn't super obvious that its a hotel, thus it makes it hard for taxi drivers to know where to pick you up"
United Kingdom
Wing-Tak William
The price is Rp1.946.638
Rp2.269.773 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Jinglai Hotel Bushe
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting fixtures, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

17. Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG

Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (413 reviews)
"Great location, clean big rooms, English speaking staff. It was everything I needed."
United States
Amy
The price is Rp2.336.496
Rp2.724.354 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG
A modern reception area with a black counter, green walls, and a seating area with brown sofas.

18. Dayin International Youth Hostel (Shanghai Nanjing East Road;People's Square;The Bund Branch)

Dayin International Youth Hostel (Shanghai Nanjing East Road;People's Square;The Bund Branch)
2.5 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Shirley
The price is Rp1.181.656
Rp1.377.817 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Dayin International Youth Hostel (Shanghai Nanjing East Road;People's Square;The Bund Branch)
The entrance of The Yangtze Boutique Shanghai with a black awning, red flowers, and a sign indicating the address.

19. TUI BLUE Yangtze Shanghai

TUI BLUE Yangtze Shanghai
5.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location close to everything central. Helpful friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms with some offering nice views of the pearl tower as well (which i was unaware of). Overall very comfortable and clean; the experience was really enjoyable. I’d happily stay here again."
United Kingdom
Simona
The price is Rp3.514.108
Rp4.041.575 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
TUI BLUE Yangtze Shanghai
A room with two chairs facing a large window with a city view, a small table with a vase, and a potted plant.

20. Book and Bed-People's Square

Book and Bed-People's Square
3.0 star property
Downtown Shanghai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Everything was really nice and the host was very kind and helpful !"
Mexico
Diego
The price is Rp805.292
Rp938.970 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Book and Bed-People's Square
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for a stylish place to stay when you visit Shanghai?
If you want to find a small hotel with terrific service, a personal feel, and great ambiance, a boutique hotel may be exactly what you want. Select from 13 boutique accommodation options in Shanghai to find a property that characterises the uniqueness of this destination.
What's the best boutique-style hotel in Shanghai?
MaxX By Steigenberger Shanghai on the Bund (formerly Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai) is a favourite hotel with Expedia travellers looking for a stylish stay, and features a fitness centre and free WiFi. Shanghai Marriott Hotel Parkview and URBN Boutique Shanghai are a couple of other boutique hotels.
How many boutique hotels can I expect to find in Shanghai?
Expedia has 13 boutique hotels in Shanghai.
What's there to see and do in Shanghai?
Visitors speak positively about this destination's major shopping centres, top museums and temples. Top activities and sights around Shanghai include Nanjing Road Shopping District, The Bund and Shanghai Disneyland©. You might also want to consider exploring Huanghe Road, Raffles City and West Nanjing Road while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Shanghai?
Having a good idea of the weather in Shanghai will help you enjoy your stay to the fullest. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. The rainiest months in Shanghai are June, July, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 196 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Shanghai?
You have a few options for transportation to and around Shanghai. The nearest major airport is Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), which is located 9 mi (14.4 km) away, but Pudong International Airport (PVG) may also be an option. You can access metro transport at People's Square Station, Dashijie Station and Xinzha Road Station.