上海
Where to stay in Shanghai
Our guide's area notes. Book directly; we take no commission.
| Area | Why we would stay there |
|---|---|
| The Bund / Nanjing East Road | Historic hotels on the river, the view from the room, crowds outside. |
| Former French Concession | Boutique hotels in villas and lane houses; the city's best walking and coffee. |
| Pudong (Lujiazui) | Tower hotels with the skyline; a ferry or metro to everything else. |
What to eat in Shanghai
- Xiaolongbao and sheng jian bao where office workers queue
- Hairy crab in autumn
- Coffee and bakeries in the Concession lanes
What the days are for
- The Bund and Pudong skyline
- Concession lane walks
- Water towns
Tours
Days we run from these hotels
Shanghai hotel questions
Which area is best for a first visit to Shanghai?
The Bund / Nanjing East Road: Historic hotels on the river, the view from the room, crowds outside.
Is it worth staying somewhere quieter in Shanghai?
Former French Concession is the usual answer: Boutique hotels in villas and lane houses; the city's best walking and coffee.
Will the guide collect me from any hotel in Shanghai?
Yes. Every tour starts at your lobby; Jing will suggest an earlier start if your hotel is far from the first stop.
Want a specific hotel name?
Ask Jing; we will name the two or three we would book ourselves at your budget, and you book direct.