Downtown Shanghai Hotels: Cheap Accommodation in Downtown Shanghai

Oriental Pearl Tower showing night scenes and a city

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Compare popular hotels in Downtown Shanghai

Property	Property class	Guest rating
J Hotel, Shanghai Tower	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 67 reviews	View
OPARTMENT The Far Eastern Hotel - People's Square	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View
The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Regent Shanghai On The Bund	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Shanghai On The Bund by IHG	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 92 reviews	View

Our guide on 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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

Lujiazui

Climb the innovative towers in this financial district for unobstructed views of Shanghai’s mesmerizing cityscape and stroll along the riverside.

See properties

Top Downtown Shanghai Hotel Reviews

Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks to the entire staff from check-in to check-out, at the gym, pool, and on 17 who provided warm, friendly professionalism during a busy and challenging time."

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

10/10 Excellent

"An amazing stay! I got upgraded to a room with a better river view and the perfect view of the bund.The hotel is a few minutes walk from the bund and the river yet super quiet. Everything was clean, smelt fresh, and was the most at home I felt in a hotel (I been to quite a few). The staff was helpful especially those at the restaurant Fifty 8 shout out to Carrie who was our server! Even the ayi (cleaning lady) was super nice, she found out I spoke Mandarin and was telling me about her hometown of Henan. The room service was delicious and I ordered basically everyday. This was my first time choosing MO and now I am officially a fan!"

Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spotless and the staff were very polite and went out of their way to help whenever possible. Breakfast was excellent and had a wide variety of different cuisines. Location is on the Bund and it doesn’t get better than that. Many shopping malls nearby and historic attractions are just a short walk away. Besides its rich cultural heritage and history, I highly recommend staying here for its convenience and excellent service."

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.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Shanghai?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The St. Regis on the Bund, Shanghai is the highest ranked property in Downtown Shanghai. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Yu Garden, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include J Hotel, Shanghai Tower and Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund.

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 256 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 Bund Sightseeing Tunnel, Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal and Jinling East Road Ferry Wharf. 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.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Book Hotels in Downtown Shanghai on taap.expedia.cn

Downtown Shanghai Hotels, Shanghai

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Our top choices for Downtown Shanghai hotels

River House Near Peoples Square And The Bund

Shanghai Elong Hotel by the Nanjing Road

A detached old Shanghai villa

Shanghai Puyi Hotel

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

Grand Hyatt Shanghai

Conrad Shanghai

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World

The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi

Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong

Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund by Nanjing Road

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai

Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund

Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund

Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG

JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Tomorrow Square

Compare popular hotels in Downtown Shanghai

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Shanghai

Pudong

Jing'an

Huangpu

Xuhui

Lujiazui

Top Downtown Shanghai Hotel Reviews

Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia