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Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

5 stars
595 Jiu Jiang Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, 200001

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.7
out of 5
40 reviews
Great for families, or single,

This hotel has a truly excellent location, very short walk to the square and the best pedestrian... See full review

  • Walter W.
  • Dec 23, 2011
Great location, but services need improv

I was spending my vacation with my son in Shanghai. This hotel is centally located, close to the... See full review

  • Arnold
  • Jul 10, 2011
Five-star hotel near prime Shanghai shopping and sightseeing

The Howard Johnson brand has gone upscale in China compared to its American roots. This modern 27-story hotel earned a five-star rating when it opened in 2003. However, this hotel is a modest entry in Shanghai's crowded five-star category. The hotel flanks the pedestrian mall portion of Nanjing Road, which has long been called China's number one shopping street. A five-minute walk east leads guest to the Bund, while a five-minute walk west takes guests to People's Square.

Highlights
  • Prime location in the heart of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Mall
  • Five-minute walk to the Bund or People's Square
  • Two restaurants and a wine bar
  • Free parking, a rarity in Shanghai
Rooms

The 360 ample rooms -- 127 of them suites -- in this 27-story building have a marble bathroom, safe, mini-bar, large writing table, flat-screen television, and free high-speed Internet. The combination of patterns and colors in the rooms are striking, with dark redwood furniture, yellow-and-white Mondrian grid fabric on a chair, brown block-pattern carpet, and bronze jacquard linens.

Features

The hotel's prime location along Nanjing Road pedestrian mall is its top selling point. Guests can reach two of Shanghai's top tourist destinations -- the Bund and People's Square -- within a five-minute walk. Countless restaurants and shops lie within blocks of the hotel. If guests choose to dine in, they can sip a drink at the lobby wine bar or choose from Chinese or Western fare at the two restaurants on site. The spa includes a sauna and steam bath, indoor pool, and hot tub. Parking is free for hotel guests -- a rarity in Shanghai.

Transportation
  • Pudong International Airport (24 mi/40 km)
  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (8.4 mi/14 km)
  • Shanghai Railway Station (3.6 mi/6 km)
  • Convenient access to subway lines 1,2,8, and 10
Nearby attractions
  • People's Square (0.6 mi/1 km)
  • The Bund (0.9 mi/1.5 km)
  • Yu Garden (1.2 mi/2 km)
Business
  • 3,905-square-foot grand ballroom
  • Six function rooms
  • Business center

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai Rooms

Business room
Free High-speed internet access.Rates are for 2 people. Maximum Occupancy is 3 adults OR 2 adults and 1 child 12 and under. Extra guest charge is @ RMB249+15% per night OR 1 child 12 and under is free of charge when sharing existing bedding. Bedding Config is 1 King Bed.
Business Suite
Free High-speed internet access.Rates are for 2 people. Maximum Occupancy is 3 adults OR 2 adults and 1 child 12 and under. Extra guest charge is @ RMB249+15% per night OR 1 child 12 and under is free of charge when sharing existing bedding. Bedding Config is 1 King Bed.
Superior room
Free High-speed internet access. Rates are for 2 people. Maximum Occupancy is 3 adults OR 2 adults and 1 child 12 and under. Extra guest charge is @ RMB249+15% per night OR 1 child 12 and under is free of charge when sharing existing bedding. Bedding configuration is 1 King Bed or 2 Single Beds.

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Hotel Map

Area served
Shanghai, Huang Pu district, people's square, Nanjing Road
Nearby airports
Pudong International Airport & Hong Qiao Airport
Area description
Ideally located right in the heart of Shanghai, Howard Johnson Plaza Shanghai is just a step away from Shanghai's busiest shopping and entertainment center, Nanjing East Pedestrian Mall and the Metro.

Amenities

  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service

Dining

Riviera
A gastronomic trip around the sun-kissed Mediterranean; the freshest authentic tastes that you can imagine; a la carte or buffet with a fine wine list. Our Sunday brunch is a spectacular culinary treat.
Pavilion
Part of the vast and beautiful lobby, the Pavilion is just the place to relx comfortably with coffee, croissant or afternoon tea from morning to last night. Relax in the evenings and enjoy the best of Chinese & Western music.
Vinothek
One of the best wine bars in Shanghai.The Vinothek has an extensive winne collection from some of the best vineyards worldwide. A choice of 50 permium wines available by the bottle or by the glass.Enjoy a selection of French cheeses, tapas and oysters with champagne.
Century Deli
Century Deli offers a daily fresh selection of cakes, pastries, and gourment chocolates made by our in hous team of European trained master pastry chefs.

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
*788 square meters of comprehensive function space that includes a 363 square meter Grand Ballroom and six other function rooms for business and social events. *Designed for flexibility, the Grand ballroom can be divided into two or three smaller rooms. * Comlete bueiness center services and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment and meeting aids are offered.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1300
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (40)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Overall score

4.7 / 5
40 out of 40
Amenities:
4.5
Room cleanliness:
4.7
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.3

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Reviewer score

5
Walter W.
Champaign, Illinois
Dec 23, 2011

Great for families, or single,

This hotel has a truly excellent location, very short walk to the square and the best pedestrian shopping street in Shanghai, and to the Bund. The food was excellent, as was the room. The staff were very helpful, and helped to arrange two excellent tours (to the water city, a must, and a river trip at night (spectacular). I had to prompt them to check other tour companies that had tours running in the off season, but the result was great; nearly private tours with one other charming family or traveling companion each time. The price was quite reasonable, for a central big city hotel. I would definately choose to stay in this hotel again if going to Shanghai as a tourist.

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5
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5
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4
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5
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Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Many excellent restaurants along the pedestrian streets in the French Concession.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

4
Arnold
Canada
Jul 10, 2011

Great location, but services need improv

I was spending my vacation with my son in Shanghai. This hotel is centally located, close to the Nanjing pedestrain street, the Bund, the People's Park and Shanghai Meseum. The staffs at the front desk are somewhat cold. The restaurant on the second floor is really poorly managed. The staffs definitely need more training. I had a dinner there with 7 invited friends. They forgot a to cook one of the dishes I ordered. In the end I had to cancel that dish.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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5
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3
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4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

5
Bruce
Not Provided
Jun 15, 2011

Will stay again

Will stay again

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4
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4
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4
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No rating
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5
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5
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Apr 2, 2011

Good position - easy walk to the

Good position - easy walk to the Bund and other tourist attractions, including shopping. Staff were very helfpul. Overall the hotel was excellent, but the bed was the hardest we had ever slept on.

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5
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5
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Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Mar 23, 2011

In the beginning,we were actually

In the beginning,we were actually a bit uncertain about this hotel espeically when we read such a review about its room temperature, it was said that even during the cold winter, the room is like a sona house. As most people voted high score for its location, we finally booked it. The stay turned out to be a wonderful one. When we arrived we were upgraded to a suite which is clean, spacious and comfy. the toilet is big and clean too. We didn't find any noise problem as some reviews mentioned. The locaion is good too, it is 5 minutes walk to Nanjing Dong Lu metro station and around 7 minutes to People's square Sation. We took the subway quite a few times. And the staff is willing to help to call the texi too. We will definately stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
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No rating
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5
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4
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Mar 17, 2011

Hotel is in an excellent location

Hotel is in an excellent location for visitors. Near to shops entertainment The Bund. Just watch out for Pimps and shoe shine men, they spray your shoes whilst you arer still walking and rip you off .

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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5
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Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

5
Lori
Nanjing, China
Jan 24, 2011

Excellent Hotel!

This hotel was excellent and we would definately stay there again when we return to Shanghai. It was very clean, new looking, and in a great location. We were upgraded for free to a suite which was very nice. Hotel staff spoke good English and were helpful in providing information on where to eat and such. The hotel did have breakfast and restaurants but we did not eat at the hotel due to other circumstances. My husband used the gym and he really enjoyed the equipment they had. Check-in and check-out was very smooth. Much more so than other hotels in China! Highly recommended.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Nanjing Street Pedestrian Street is almost across from the hotel. Not even one block over. Tons of restaurants, shops, and wonderful architectural buildings in The Bund area. Wonderful to walk at night with the beautiful lights.

Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jan 5, 2011

Excellent location; just walk

Excellent location; just walk across the road to Nanjing Rd where there's lots of shopping. Also close to other attractions e.g Bund. Minor problem with security key sometimes not working when using lift and accessing room. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to recommend friends to stay in this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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5
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5
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4
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5
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4
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Not Provided
Dec 26, 2010

Had Buffet dinner at 1st Floor

Had Buffet dinner at 1st Floor Cafe, quality of food can be improved: - Hairy Crab is icy and not eatable - Most of the cooked food are tasteless, except for the lamb chop which is tender and delicious

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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4
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4
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5
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3
Review of Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Shanghai

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4
Kin
Not Provided
Dec 13, 2010

Definately international five

Definately international five star cleanliness. deco is comfortable but the toilet deco is only average. Location is good but not yet best. I would give it a best rating for location if it is located nearer to the metro. Walking to the nearest metro is about 10 to 15mins walk. Surrounding of hotel is peaceful with only a few begger but there are always some strangers (a few young males and a few young females) always standing without reason near the hotel entrance. However, these people did not approach me which could be due to the fact that i have a wife with me. There is a 24hrs food store (Yong He Dou Jiang) serving soyabean food and chinese snacks which is good. This hotel will cause you 165yuan to reach by taxi from Pudong Airport. Not advisable to use metro to reach with your heavy lugguage as the walk from metro to the hotel is a very busy Nanjing street. Not so safe in such busy street with your lugguage as you are easily targeted.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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2
Room cleanliness:
5
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4
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4
Value:
3
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