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8.7
Excellent
3,256 reviews
3,256 reviews
"Clean, convenient and easy access to the heart of Shanghai Town."
"Best location, great staff, very clean and comfortable!"
"It's conveniently located next to Nanjing road and it's just a short walk to the river as well."
"This hotel located very good location to connect Nanjing road and many shops around."
"Adequate room size."
9.3
Exceptional
Location rating score
Central Hotel
Located in heart of Shanghai
Check-in [24-hour]
Airport transfer
500 meters to public transportation
Inside city center
Airport transfer
Car park
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Front desk [24-hour]
Fitness center
Spa
Check-in/out [express]
Luggage storage
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| Value for money | 8.5 |
| Distance to city center | 1 km |
| Location rating | 9.3 |
| Nearest airport | Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) |
| Distance to airport | 14.7 km |
Is car parking available at Central Hotel?
Central Hotel provides car park charges applied for all travelers traveling with a car. Please contact the property for more information, or log into your Agoda account and contact the property through Agoda's direct message chatbox.
What points of interest are near by Central Hotel that are in walking range?
While staying at Central Hotel, kick start your holiday break by discovering the closest attractions that are within walking distance to the property which include Shanghai Antique & Curio Store, Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road), and Banyan Tree Day Spa.
In which languages can Central Hotel's employees communicate?
Central Hotel can communicate in 3 languages and supports well-known languages such as English and Mandarin Chinese for guest visitors visiting this property. Please refer to the 'Amenities and facilities' section and in the 'Languages spoken' category to find out what other languages this property supports.
What is the average rating that past Business travelers' have given to Central Hotel?
Verified business travelers that have stayed at this property have given Central Hotel an average rating of 8.3. You can look up more detailed customer assessments and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.
What is the typical rating that verified Couples' have given to Central Hotel?
Past couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Central Hotel an average rating of 8.7. You can look up on more descriptive customer assessments, and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.
What restaurants are close by Central Hotel?
Central Hotel’s local neighborhood is People Square and South Bund Huangpu which comprises of popular restaurants such as Epices & Foie Gras, M1NT, and M on the Bund Restaurant.
What popular shopping destinations are nearby Central Hotel?
Shopping options in Central Hotel’s People Square and South Bund Huangpu neighborhood include Yuyuan Old Street.
What time is check-in and check-out at Central Hotel?
Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may inquire about early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Travelers checking in or out before or after the designated hours may be charged an additional fee.
10
"Clean, convenient and easy access to the heart of Shanghai Town."
Roger
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May 29, 2023
10
"Best location, great staff, very clean and comfortable!"
Jan
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April 17, 2023
9.6
"It's conveniently located next to Nanjing road and it's just a short walk to the river as well."
Edward
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June 1, 2023
Central Hotel
See the best of Shanghai with a stay at Central Hotel, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations. Looking for lots of choices? Central Hotel spoils you for choices in activities, with its convenient location just 1.1 km from the The Bund (Wai Tan).
Every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable by providing the best in services and amenities. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Pre-plan your rides to and from the airport with the hotel's easy to book transportation services. The hotel provides taxi and car hire services to help you get to where you want to go in Shanghai.
Parking is always available, provided by the hotel for their driving guests. While lodging at this wonderful hotel, the helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with multiple services that include concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's ticket service and tours. The hotel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less.
In-room conveniences include 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
Guestrooms are designed to provide an optimal level of comfort with welcoming decor and essential amenities. The hotel provides linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. Some selected rooms at Central Hotel include a separate living room, as part of the room design. Some selected rooms have daily newspaper, television and cable TV to keep guests entertained.
The hotel also provides guests with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar in some rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides a hair dryer, bathrobes and towels in some select rooms. Selected room rates may have access to the executive lounge provides high-end services in an atmosphere of sophisticated luxury.
Dining and things to do
Start your vacation days in the best possible way. Begin every morning of your stay with an in-house breakfast. Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Never let hunger affect your travel plans! Restaurants on-site provide convenient and tasty dining options. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.
Hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Pamper and indulge yourself with a visit to the massage, steam room, spa and sauna. For those who hate to miss a workout, a trip to the hotel's fitness facility will keep you fresh and healthy. In a competitive mood? Get sporty with your travel group or other guests at the mini golf course in the hotel.
Souvenir shopping for yourself or those back home takes no time at all at the shops.
Around the property
This is your chance to explore all that Shanghai has to offer. Pose in front of Oriental Pearl Tower located 1.9 km away, and you can always show your friends the time you went to Shanghai. Engage in the city's best art at Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan) located 860 m away, where you can learn about the local art scene and buy original works.
Reasons to stay here
This hotel's food and dining score higher than 94% of accommodations in the city.
This hotel scores higher than 96% of accommodations in the city for its location.
Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 95% of accommodations in the city.
8.1
Housekeeping
71 mentions
Breakfast
31 mentions
Internet
12 mentions
Food & Dining
7 mentions
9.3
Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.
All children are welcome.
In compliance with the new "Shanghai Household Waste Management Regulations", from July 1, 2019 onward the property will not provide disposable amenities including toothbrush, comb, loofah, shaver, nail file, and shoe mitt.
Anyone who has traveled to or lived in South Korea, Italy, Iran, Japan or other countries in the 14 days before entering Shanghai shall be under home or intensive quarantine health observation, that is, shall be under quarantine for 14 days.
Full price breakfast fee for children higher than 1.4 meters. Half price for children under 1.4 meters.
Guests under 18 years old must be accompanied with an adult to check in.
Please contact the hotel to make reservations
According to the notice of the epidemic prevention department, during the epidemic prevention period, all personnel need to check in the hotel with a green code. The epidemic reception policy is affected by changes in the epidemic situation in various places. Please confirm the reception policy with the hotel before placing an order, so as not to affect your stay.
Guests returning to China from abroad must provide a 5+3-day quarantine release certificate before they can stay in the hotel.
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500 meters to public transportation
Airport transfer
Currency exchange
Located in heart of Shanghai
Clean and close to the Nanjing Road”
Will stay again
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尊敬的宾客：您好！非常感谢您对我们酒店的青睐，并给予了好评，我们会以此为动力做到更好，衷心期待您的再次入住！
Good location, clean and friendly”
Hotel located not far from Nanjing road where the famous walking street. Staffs are friendly.
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尊敬的宾客：您好！衷心地感谢您选择入住并赞扬了我们！我们将会以更加完美的服务恭候着您的再次光临！期待和您的下次见面！祝一切顺利！
good location”
This hotel located very good location to connect Nanjing road and many shops around. Staffs are friendly.
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尊敬的宾客：您好！感谢您的入住并给予肯定，在不同档期酒店有很多优惠活动，希望您能一直关注并给予支持，期待您的再次光临。
Cool location”
Nice hotel but old, location perfect near shopping street.
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尊敬的宾客：您好！感谢您的入住并得到您的认可，很荣幸能为您提供国际化标准的设施和服务我们衷心地期待在不久的将来再次为您提供服务！
Still a good option”
This hotel is still a good option for me based on Value for money, location and friendly staff. The problem recently with the hotel is that it is really getting old, such as some power sockets were not working in the room, some light switches were bad, you need to use force to get the switch to work, carpets are worn out and stained. I think the rooms need a serious renovation. For your information Metro line 2 and 10 exit 4
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尊敬的宾客：您好！非常感谢您入住酒店并且和大家分享了您的感受。我们会再接再励，打造更优质的服务迎接您的再次光临！
Health code hassle”
Although I supplied passport photocopies and a screen shot of my health code from Yangzhou that very same morning, that was not good enough for reception staff, who demanded I supply a Shanghai health code. When I loudly complained, the manager threatened to refuse me service. Eventually staff helped get a local health code from my smartphone, something staff at the Riverside South Bund hotel had done a week before without fuss. I was actually in some physical distress, which was clearly something the manager and his staff could not care less about. All that mattered to them was following local government orders. I had to point out to them the priority of customer service. Their arrogant lack of elementary manners was disgusting, and I demand an apology at the very least.
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感谢您入住酒店并提出的宝贵意见，针对员工的不足之处我们会加强培训。另外在酒店大堂里设有24小时专门处理客人投诉与意见的大堂经理，希望您及时的将您在酒店内碰到的问题或者遇到不开心的事告诉我们，我们会及时、专业的为您消除分歧与误会，提升您在酒店入住时的满意度。
Excellent Location, friendly staff, great experience overall”
Excellent location, right next to the Nanjing Road; short walking distance to the famous Bund. Plenty of shops nearby for food and souvenirs. 5 minutes walk (maybe 10 for those leisure walkers) to two subway stations on People Square and South Nanjing Road stations. Very friendly and efficient staff, quick check-in and out (we checked in at 7pm and checked out at 8am). Our room was quiet and clean (Shanghai is very humid, so the room had the wet humid smell, I wouldn't blame the hotel but the Shanghai weather; perhaps the cleaning staff could use some dry patches or smell absorber). Wifi was spotting, but the ethernet cable was wonderful. Plenty of TV channels (even HBO) Overall an excellent experience, definitely made our 4-day trip in Shanghai a lot more pleasant. Will stay again if we visit Shanghai again.
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Superb value for location”
Half block from Nanjing Road East, walkable mid way between Peoples Square and the Bund and subways. Requested a high room and view of city and Pudong, somewhat and reasonably obstructed, was wonderful. Even in the cloudy and rainy weather. WIFI service was great, especially compared to other places we stayed throughout the country. Information desk staff spoke English well. They were patient as we asked our frequent questions. A reminder to travelers that we need to be patient as staff tries to understand what it is we want. Because of other plans and our schedule we did not eat in any of the restaurants including breakfast. The piano bar looked very inviting and prices seemed comparable to hotel lounges. Firm bed was very comfortable. Having a full desk and small sitting area made with TV made our stay more relaxing. Oh! Wonderful mirrors and good lighting in the bathroom for applying make up. (So often bathroom lights are dim. ). Family Mart, a quick stop store, down the block from main entrance, made it easy to pick up our nightly beers.
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in the middle of east nanjing road and very clean...”
when we arrived, they told us that they upgradred our room to their 5 star hotel, grand central hotel, which is beside central hotel. so i cant give information regarding central hotel but they do have a very nice lobby and friendly staffs...the grand central hotel is the best, we stayed there for 5 nights. very close to metro station (east nanjing road) and also to shopping center and restaurants. the room extra nice and 5 star facilities...we did night swimming and its warm water...overall we are very happy and will be back to grand central hotel shanghai for our next visit.
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Excellent hotel ”
I have stayed in other hotels in Shanghai previously but this hotel I would say is the best so far in terms of location, cleanliness, helpful staff, good food served at the restaurant and also strong WiFi signal in room. This hotel so near to the Bund just 8-10 minutes walk and many shopping outlets also within walking distance with the famous Nanjing Street just a stone throw away. I will definitely stay at this hotel from now onwards. For anyone still searching for a hotel in Shanghai, I recommend this hotel without reservation.
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Great location! ”
First of all location is great its in front of the park and nanjing road (where zara mcdonalds and kfc are located) walking distance from the bund and peoples square but around 20minute walk. Although you won't get bored or tired walking because all the way to the destination are shops and cafés. Shops include h&m uniqlo forever21 metersbonwe starbucks coco etc. The hotel has a beautiful lobby and just accross the street you'll find a small FamilyMart. Cons: apparently also the location is "touristy" not for the local market. A bit disappointing because i did not see any local grocery or any local shanghai street food market. Location is both a pro and a con. 😁
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My new hotel in Shanghai.”
It is always easy to find faults in any accommodation, but rare when you simply do not want to. The Central Hotel from start to finish was excellent and will be my default hotel in Shanghai from now on. English at the front desk is excellent, with the concierge is OK. As we arrived very early we were offered options and got a room quickly and efficiently. Breakfast was OK but always edible and filling. The room was magnificent with separate seating and bedroom areas within the space. The location is less than 100m to the shopping street so is perfect for business and tourism needs. While I prefer a softer bed I also got a good nights sleep so no complaints there either. The other final thing that I appreciated was the ability to open a window. Aircon all worked fine, but I do just love a fresh breeze sometimes.
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Great location”
Central Hotel is near one of the East Nanjing Rd metro stop exits. You can walk to the Bund and People's Square. The walking street is a block away and a great place for people watching. You can grab a cheap meal along the roads that connect to the main walking area.
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Great location and great hotel”
One of the best advantage of this hotel is its central location in downtown Shanghai, close to Nanjing Lu and People's square, and close to the subway. The rooms were spacious and clean. It greatly helped that the staff was fluent in English! We'll definitely come back in this hotel for our next stay.
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A good base to be a tourist in Shanghai”
This was a pleasant stay and everything was easy and comfortable. Room was tidy, clean and well equipped. The hotel is well positioned and is within walking distance of central attractions like the Bund and Peoples Square. The hop-on-hop-off bus stops close by and the Metro is just down the main shopping street. Staff quickly organise taxis if needed and they are relatively cheap to get to other areas of the city. A good hotel to stay at while in Shanghai
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Very Good Shanghai Hotel”
We stayed here during the May Day long weekend over 5 days. The location to the Nanjing Road area and Nanjing Road East Metro station is unbeatable. The Central shares facilities with the Grand Central across the road giving it 4-5 star amenities at a cost effective price. The size of the standard room is very roomy with a seating area, bed, desk and a great bathroom with bath and separate shower. The only spoiler was the room wasn't ready when we arrived at 1pm and the front desk staff just feigned no understanding to our displeasure at said come back at 3pm and it will be ready. Tip... Out the back door and across the road is the best Shanghai kitchen food around, very good and very inexpensive.
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Happy Stay”
Very satisfied with the rooms and service. Most staff can communicate in English and Chinese. Good service. Hotel room is big. Location is good. Nanjing Pedestrain Road is only across the road. Nearest subway station is Nanjing East Station which is below Nanjing Pedestrain Road. Very convenient. About 15-20min walk to The Bund. Only 1 station away from Oriental Pearl Tower (Line 2 - 陆家嘴) and Yu Garden (Line 10 - 豫园). Will stay in this hotel if I visit Shanghai again.
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Excellent value for the money”
My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay at the Central Hotel. The location was perfect; it was close to Metro stops, the People's Park and the Bund. The rooms were spacious and clean. The breakfast buffet was delicious and offered many choices. We were talked into buying breakfast, which was fine, but a 'happy hour' comes with it. The happy hour is in a special room, away from the main bar, and almost no one attended. Otherwise, the hotel was great.
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Great location and good room”
Really enjoyed our stay. Biggest plus is definitely the location which being a fifteen minute or so walk to the Bund and People Square puts numerous attractions within walking distance. Really close to major department stores along Nanjing Road and some good Chinese restaurants. Stayed in a Superior room which was a decent size, with all the usual amenities. Less luxurious than its neighbour hotel, Grand Central but satisfactory for its price range. Strangely, coffee was not complimentary but there was tea. Used the sauna centre while there and it is large and relaxing - great for some rest away from the city buzz. Did not have breakfast or eat in the hotel, but with so much food nearby, there was no need. Used the business centre which was handy to print travel documents and free wi-fi available in lobby as is common with many Shanghai hotels. Staff generally helpful and fund the concierge to be quite helpful but command of English is generally low and some reception staff are not very helpful.
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Central Hotel Shanghai is right at the central!”
I like Central Hotel Shanghai. The room is very quiet, good for relaxing. The room was clean and the service was just good. The bed is comfortable, warm and have lots of pillows. I requested a non-smoking room and they really kept the room completely without cigarette smell. Looks like the hotel really listen to what customers request for, or I might be lucky. The location of Central Hotel is really great! It is almost at the middle of Nanjing Walking Street, just a block away and walk less than a few minutes. The price of the room is fair for its location and service. Staffs are very nice and helpful, and they can speak a little bit of English, so communication is not a problem. The price for breakfast is a bit too expensive, you can just walk on Nanjing Road and get a simple egg sandwich at McDonald for breakfast with much cheaper price.
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