The Best Hotels in Downtown Shanghai, Shanghai - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Shanghai On The Bund by IHG	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 84 reviews	View
OPARTMENT The Far Eastern Hotel - People's Square	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
J Hotel, Shanghai Tower	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 66 reviews	View
Regent Shanghai On The Bund	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Shanghai

Find the best Downtown Shanghai areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Pudong

Shanghai Disneyland© and The Bund are top sights in Pudong, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Huinan Station or Safari Park Station to see more sights in the area.

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Jing'an

Travellers choose Jing'an for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yanchang Road Station or Circus World Station and check out top sights like Daning Lingshi Park.

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Shanghai Museum which includes a city, modern architecture and a square or plaza

Huangpu

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Old Chinese City, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.

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St. Ignatius Cathedral. North Caoxi Road, Xujiahui Shanghai

Xuhui

Travellers choose Xuhui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Stadium Station or Xujiahui Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Stadium.

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Lujiazui

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Shanghai Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.

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Top Downtown Shanghai Hotel Reviews

Blossom House Shanghai On The Bund

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed in 3 hotels in Shanghai, this is the best hotel. Quiet luxe vibe"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Shanghai?

Downtown Shanghai is an historic neighbourhood known for its picturesque gardens and sightseeing. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Shanghai? Consider a visit to The Bund while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Shanghai?

If you're searching for places to stay in Shanghai, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 253 Downtown Shanghai hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Shanghai, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Downtown Shanghai.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Shanghai?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in Downtown Shanghai, take a look at Jinling East Road Ferry Wharf, Bund Sightseeing Tunnel and Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal. The Bund and Three on the Bund are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Shanghai include Gutzlaff Signal Tower, Shanghai Municipal Archives and Yifu Theater. When you're sightseeing in Shanghai, The Bund Art Museum and Huxinting Tea House are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Downtown Shanghai and the greater Shanghai area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at East Nanjing Road Station, Yuyuan Garden Station or Puxi Tram Stop.

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