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Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

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A multi-level hotel lobby with a central fountain, multiple dining areas, and balconies.
A building entrance with large glass windows, a central chandelier, and potted plants on either side.
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a central floral arrangement, and a patterned carpet.
A grand staircase with ornate golden railings, leading to a second-floor area with a dining room and a conference room.
A modern outdoor patio area with white wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a central water feature.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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505 Jiujiang Road, Shanghai, Shanghai, 200001
  • Place, Nanjing Road Shopping District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, People's Square
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The Bund
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shanghai (PVG-Pudong Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Atrium-view Queen Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a television, and a door leading to another room.

Atrium-view Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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Room

Executive King Bed Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a large window with curtains.

Executive Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a carpeted floor.

Executive Suite

  • 732 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and ottoman, a small table, and a chandelier.

Business Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 732 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

HOUSE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free wired internet

DOUBLE BUSINESS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

DOUBLE BUSINESS DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Shanghai

Located in Downtown Shanghai, Grand Central Hotel Shanghai is adjacent to Nanjing Road Shopping District and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like People's Square. This 353-room, 4.5-star hotel has conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Nanjing Road Shopping District - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Former French Concession - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • People's Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yuyuan Garden - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Bund - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • East Nanjing Road Station - 7 min walk
  • Shanghai South Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Westin Executive Club Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪EEST - The Crystal Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Stage - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪House of Blues & Jazz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Choc Republic - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Guests staying at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Self parking is offered for CNY 60 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center.
Guests can expect LCD TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport down comforters and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CNY 60 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CNY 182 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Bo Yuet Hin
  • Central Grill
  • Coffee Shop

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Spa

  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
It is the property’s policy that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at the property without an accompanying parent or legal guardian. Guests are required to provide proof of the parental or legal guardian relationship and authorization upon arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CNY 182 per person
  • Self parking fee: CNY 60 per day (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as combs, loofahs, shavers, nail files, and shoe mitts
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as combs, loofahs, shavers, nail files, and shoe mitts.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Grand Central Shanghai
Shanghai Grand Central Hotel
Central Shanghai Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Hotel
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Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Hotel Shanghai

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

As of Sep 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai on Oct 6, 2026 start from $107, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Shanghai within a short 1-minute walk of Nanjing Road Shopping District and also 12 minutes on foot from People's Square. You'll also find The Bund and Yu Garden within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

Yes, parking is offered for CNY 60 per day with in/out privileges.

Is there a spa at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

Spa services at the hotel include facials, body treatments, and massages.

Does Grand Central Hotel Shanghai have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an indoor pool, a restaurant, and massages at this hotel.

Does Grand Central Hotel Shanghai have a casino?

No, Grand Central Hotel Shanghai doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Grand Central Hotel Shanghai feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Grand Central Hotel Shanghai serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Central Grill.

Does Grand Central Hotel Shanghai allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai.

Where is the closest airport to Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

The closest major airport to Grand Central Hotel Shanghai is Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), which is 12 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), which is around 20.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai.

Does Grand Central Hotel Shanghai host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai if that's in your vacation plans.

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1011 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms are good and breakfast is good
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very nice and helpful. The location is fantastic, it’s close to everything, the shopping and the bund. Both my daughter and I enjoyed staying there
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and convenient for shopping at Nanjing Road Walkable to the bund.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel in Shanghai
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, good service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, near Nanjing East Station and Nanjing Road. Even a good distance to visit the bund after walking along Nanjing Road. Breakfast is nice and ambience is good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, good service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from the staff, especially Andy from the hotel he was extremely helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot showers , swimming pool was great
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Those stuff are very friendly and the room is great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is stunning! Very clean and the staff was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Classic Hotel, Great Location This hotel is stunning and classic without being over the top. The rooms are elegant and comfortable, with a timeless style. Location is perfect — right in the center, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Staff are friendly and helpful. Great stay overall, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 8 nights. Room was spacious and very clean. Breakfast was very good. Plenty of options to eat. Very convenient neighbourhood. Staff were very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean roo
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best value for the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the location, near to everything. No dislike
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Well located. Nice rooms. Staff not so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Walk to the Bund and subway station. Very spacious bedroom and bathroom( double sinks, tub and separate shower stall ). Helpful and friendly staffs. Concierge Andy is extremely helpful with recommendations for restaurants and one day trips. Will definitely stay there again for our next trip to Shanghai.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff friendly, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025