Central Hotel Shanghai - Nanjing Road - A 4-star hotel with multiple dining options, leisure facilities, and proximity to major attractions
This 4-star hotel offers 312 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, minibars, tea/coffee makers, and free Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy access to a swimming pool at the adjacent Grand Central Hotel Shanghai, located a 2-minute walk away. Three on-site restaurants serve diverse cuisines: Shanghai Restaurant specializes in traditional Shanghai dishes including crab and Huai Yang flavors, the 24-hour Coffee Shop offers Asian and international fare, and another venue serves Western and Chinese options with a breakfast buffet. Leisure facilities include billiards, table tennis, a fitness center, sauna, and spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials. Central Hotel Shanghai - Nanjing Road is a 3-minute walk from Nanjing Road shopping street, a 9-minute walk from People's Square Metro Station, and a 10-minute drive from The Bund. Business amenities include free wireless internet in all areas, meeting rooms, a business center, and 24-hour reception. The tour desk assists with travel arrangements, and concierge services are available.
Pros
Free access to a swimming pool at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai located a 2-minute walk away.
Multiple dining options including Shanghai Restaurant with traditional local cuisine and a 24-hour Coffee Shop.
Proximity to Nanjing Road shopping street and People's Square Metro Station within a 10-minute walk.
Extensive leisure facilities including billiards, table tennis, fitness center, sauna, and spa services.
Cons
The hotel lacks an on-site swimming pool, requiring a short walk to a neighboring property.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a 45-minute drive from the property.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Site of the Second Congress of the Communist Party of China
1.3
mi
Shopping Area
Brilliance Shimao International Plaza
2800 ft
Pagoda
City God Temple of Shanghai
1.2
mi
Landmark
The Bund City Sculptures
3100 ft
Landmark
Bund International Architecture Exhibition
5200 ft
Landmark
Museum of Contemporary Art Shanghai
4900 ft
Landmark
Shanghai Pudong Development Bank
2500 ft
Landmark
M&M's World
2800 ft
Landmark
Old Town
1.1
mi
Monument
Monument to the People's Heroes
4.1
mi
Landmark
Heping Fandian
3.9
mi
Nearby
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Shanghai Brush-pen and ink Museum
800 ft
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900 ft
Gallery
PearlLam Galleries
1000 ft
Museum
Museum of Illusions
1500 ft
Gallery
Three on the Bund
1900 ft
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Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
4.5/5
based on 1036 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 1150 reviews
#116 of 4,753 hotels in Shanghai based on Tripadvisor
Margaret
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.2/10
This hotel was a mixed bag for me. The rooms were super plush, quiet, and filled with tons of amenities, making my stay really comfortable. However, the room wasn't ready as promptly as expected, and the size was a bit too small for my liking.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were really spacious and well-maintained.
Service
7.0
The hotel staff were generally polite and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, right on the main shopping strip with easy access to the subway and major attractions. Great value for money.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience here was probably the highlight for me. There's a great selection of both Western and Chinese dishes, and the coffee was a perfect kick-start every morning.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various facilities like room service, car hire, dry cleaning, laundry, and tours assistance.
plush amenities
delayed room readiness
William
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.8/10
My stay at the hotel was great! The rooms were clean and spacious, with a nice desk area and TV with free movies. The corner room, although well lit with two windows, felt a bit cramped due to a huge column. The bathroom was spacious and clean, but the decor was a little dated. The service was friendly and helpful, especially in getting taxis and offering travel advice. The location was excellent, making it easy to explore the city and come back to rest. The dining experience was enjoyable with a good selection of dishes. Overall, a comfortable stay with a few minor areas for improvement.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and spacious, with a desk area and TV with free movies.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and helpful, particularly in getting taxis and offering travel advice.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, on Century Square near Peoples Square with easy access to shops and malls.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was probably the highlight, with a great selection of both Western and Chinese dishes.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good, offering room service, car hire, and laundry services.
John
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located right on the bustling Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, making it a superb spot for exploring the city. The rooms, although spacious with a lovely separate bath and shower, felt a bit dated and lacked effective air conditioning. The service, while initially aggressive about breakfast options, improved as they clarified the information stated on the site. The on-site dining offered a wide variety of Asian and Western cuisines, though it may not be the best value for money. The hotel's facilities were decent, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, though large, felt a bit old and the air conditioning was not very effective.
Service
8.0
The service, after some initial confusion about breakfast, improved, with attentive staff catering to various needs.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Nanjing Road, within easy reach of major attractions and shopping areas.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were diverse with both Asian and Western offerings, but may not be the best value for the money.
Facilities
The facilities provided were decent, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Herman
United States,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel had large and clean rooms, although slightly dated decor. The staff service went beyond the normal level to help me, but some were a bit rude. The location was very good, near important areas but a bit far from the subway station. The dining experience was somewhat disappointing with limited choices but had a great selection of dishes. Overall, a pleasant stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in was large, readily available, and clean, although the decor seemed a little outdated. Plus, they even provided an umbrella, which was quite useful in July, and offered a complementary shoe polish service.
Service
7.0
The service here was a mix; some staff were rude, while others seemed friendly and could converse in basic English. They did go beyond the normal level to help, but there were instances of abruptness. They were friendly enough for what I needed.
Location
9.0
The location of the hotel was excellent for accessing East Nanjing Street and the metro. It was very good that the staff spoke excellent English, were helpful, and polite. Additionally, it was near the famous shopping street Nanjing Road.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had a great selection of both Western and Chinese dishes, but it was somewhat disappointing with limited choices. However, they did serve a decent cup of coffee, which I appreciated for my morning kick.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are what you would expect from a hotel of this standard, offering services like room service, car hire, dry cleaning, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Frank
United Kingdom,
November
2023
8.6/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were clean and comfortable, the staff was incredibly helpful, and the location was perfect for exploring Shanghai. However, the dining experience left something to be desired. Overall, a great value for the money!
Rooms
9.0
I loved my spacious room with two cozy king single beds and a separate living area. The free happy hour and breakfast buffet added a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The service provided was exceptional, with the staff being very polite and helpful. They went above and beyond to assist us during our stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is centrally located in Shanghai, near People's Square, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, and The Bund. It was so convenient for exploring the city and had easy access to transportation.
Dining
7.0
While the dining options had a good variety of Chinese and Western dishes, some of the food was unfortunately served cold. The value for money could have been better in this aspect.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a range of facilities, including room service, car hire, dry cleaning, and laundry services. However, the dining experience was a bit below average.
Francis
United Kingdom,
June
2023
8.0/10
The hotel is nicely located near the famous shopping street, offering a convenient stay. The rooms are clean and comfortable despite being a bit small for the price, but a refreshing change from smoke smells. The service lacks some helpfulness but manages decent cooked-to-order items. The dining experience, with a good variety of Western and Chinese dishes, is highlighted by a great cup of coffee. The location is excellent for exploring the city, close to key tourist attractions and the Metro, though more training is needed for the service staff during high season.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are clean and comfortable, albeit a bit small for the price, but a welcome change from smoke odors.
Service
7.0
The service could use more helpfulness and training during high season, despite decent cooked-to-order items.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, near the famous shopping street and convenient for exploring the city with easy access to key attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining offers a good selection of both Western and Chinese dishes, with a standout cup of coffee, but could use more fruit options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities are decent, offering a good variety of dining options.