Grand Central Hotel Shanghai is your luxurious haven near The Bund, where you can unwind with a soothing massage or sauna session. Take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, indulge in dinner at Central Grill, and stay connected with WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Sauna
Self parking
24-hour room service
Massage/treatment rooms
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Television
Daily housekeeping
$128 nightly
The total price is $135
$135 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Fine dining options
The hotel boasts a restaurant serving flavorful cuisine and a stylish bar for evening drinks. A sumptuous buffet breakfast starts each day right.
Luxury slumber retreat
Drift into dreamland wrapped in soft bathrobes under a plush down comforter. Blackout drapes ensure perfect sleep after 24-hour room service.
City center luxury
This luxury hotel boasts an enviable city center location. Perfect for urban explorers seeking sophisticated accommodations in the heart of downtown.
Nanjing Road Shopping District - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Former French Concession - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
People's Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Yuyuan Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
The Bund - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) - 41 min drive
Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) - 49 min drive
Shanghai South Railway Station - 13 min drive
Shanghai Railway Station - 14 min drive
Nanxiang North Railway Station - 20 min drive
East Nanjing Road Station - 7 min walk
Yuyuan Garden Station - 7 min walk
East Nanjing Road Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
Westin Executive Club Lounge - 3 min walk
The Stage - 3 min walk
EEST - The Crystal Garden - 3 min walk
星巴克 - 3 min walk
1/10 Coffee Roaster - 3 min walk
About this property
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Nanjing Road Shopping District and People's Square. Guests can indulge in massages, facials, or body treatments, and Central Grill serves dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: East Nanjing Road Station is 7 minutes and Yuyuan Garden Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
353 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (CNY 60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Grocery/convenience store
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2009
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Rainfall showerhead
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Central Grill - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only.
Bo Yuet Hin - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Coffee Shop - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Open 24 hours.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CNY 182 per person
Parking
Self parking costs CNY 60 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
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.
Also known as
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Grand Central Shanghai
Shanghai Grand Central Hotel
Central Shanghai Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Hotel
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Hotel Shanghai
Frequently asked questions
Does Grand Central Hotel Shanghai offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Grand Central Hotel Shanghai does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?
Yes. Self parking costs CNY 60 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Grand Central Hotel Shanghai and nearby?
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Grand Central Hotel Shanghai?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Central Grill.
What's the area around Grand Central Hotel Shanghai like?
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai is in Downtown Shanghai, a short 7-minute walk from East Nanjing Road Station and 12 minutes' walk from People's Square. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The spa facilities, including the sauna, steam room, and hot tub, were very good and relaxing. (3 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently praised for its good variety and delicious options. (12 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
Would recommend staying here
Cara
Cara, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
This place is stunning! Very clean and the staff was amazing!
Terese
Terese, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2026
Good location and clean. Recommend
BYUNG JIN
BYUNG JIN, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2026
Stayed here so manny times the last 10 years it is a really nice hotel with a great location. For me it feels like being home
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
Staff friendly, good location
yuen yee
yuen yee, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Clean room, friendly staff.
Ji young
Ji young, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2026
great!!
IKJOON
IKJOON, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 2, 2025
Location is excellent!
Lim
Lim, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
The hotel is in convenient location. It is clean, spacious and the hotel staffs are friendly.
YIU LAM HO KENRICK KA KI
YIU LAM HO KENRICK KA KI, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
Excellent customer service and accommodation.
Gamal
Gamal, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
The staffs are very, very friendly and making the guests felt comfortable and welcome.
Yew Luen
Yew Luen, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
Large clean room, helpful staff
Wai Sau
Wai Sau, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Great location, friendly staff. The crab buffet meal is exceptional
Hua
Hua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
The staff was especially helpful, especially concierge Annie Ding, who helped us locate many options for the services we needed.
Alexander
Alexander, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Everything was amazing! Highly recommended!
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2025
Location is very convient and friendly staff are the prime atttraction. Room price is quite reasonable.
George
George, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 27, 2025
Good service, staff are friendly,
Hoi chuen
Hoi chuen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Good hotel enjoyed the stay
Han
Han, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 22, 2025
Great location, Nice hotel, Nice room, Breakfast Buffet is very ordinary
Steen
Steen, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2025
Good location
CHANGHAK
CHANGHAK, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2025
Clear room staff friendly breakfast good
Lijun
Lijun, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2025
Great room.
Natalia
Natalia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Reception Staff and Concierge are very helpful.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
This was a beautifully appointed classic hotel. The lobby atrium was striking and colorful with lots of comfortable seating. Service was excellent on every level. Our deluxe room was large and very comfortable. And easy access to the metro lines 2 and 10 was very convenient. Highly recommended!