From its founding in the 1920's, the hotel has been rated as a one of the landmarks of Shanghai and has hosted countless celebrities throughout its time. From the 1920's to the present day, one thing has remained unchanged: the hotel's passion for pleasing its guests. Renovated in 2008, this air-conditioned establishment offers a range of features, including 182 guest rooms, a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom, lift access and a hairdressing salon. The bar and restaurants provide guests with dining and refreshment options, whilst the conference facilities and WLAN Internet access may be of use to business travellers. Room service, a laundry service (fees apply) and a car park are also available for guests' use.
The hotel is located in the heart of the city, close to the Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and minutes' walk from the People Square. 15 kms to the airport (hongqiao (domestic)) 50 kms to the airport (pu dong (international)) 1 minute walk to the nearest metro station (m2 / people square station) 3 km to the nearest station (shanghai railway station ) 1 minute walk to the nearest bus stop 3 km to the nearest fair site (shanghai exhibition center)