Starway Shengxianju Hotel

20 minutes cab or modern day rickshaw ride to the Bund Y50 - Y150 one way depending on the time of day. Surrounded by many small family restaurants, foot massage and shops. Ha ha, there is an unremarkable Starbucks near by. There are a couple of banks. I did have trouble finding one that handled Visa cash. I couldn’t figure how to put ATM instructions in English, but one of the bank staff came out and helped. $52 per night with all taxes. . This includes buffet breakfast. Same selection each day, but so what? Something good and reasonably healthy to start the day. The hotel lobbies, floors and rooms are clean. The only big negative is the room rugs need replacing urgent. This may be a big turnoff to some people, But, didnt bother me too much. Should be 4 1/2 rating because of rugs, but I will round high because everything worked for me. I needed laundry done, a plug adapter for my computer and flexibility in maid service. The staff were unbelievably accommodating in an understated manner. They just do it. Oh, it was 100 degrees with humidity and the A/C worked great. Last night was a full house and there was plenty of hot water in the evening and this morning. I can’t comment on the internet because I used my phone service at $10 a day extra for international data and text. They accept Visa and some Chinese cards. No Amex.

Close to subway, Tesco, restaurants, etc... This is a great value for staying in Shanghai. Again, this is not a western hotel. I'm rating to Chinese standards, but it fits the bill nicely for a discount hotel in the center of Shanghai.

Low budget hotel with amenities that match. Room was very basic and not very clean. Very poor chinese buffet breakfast - food was cold and very little choice offered. Reception staff speak English. Close to railway station but there are other hotels closer for the same price if not cheaper. Would not stay here again as i know I can get a better hotel for the same price.