East China

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Shanghai
Jing An Temple showing a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Jing An Temple which includes a city and a temple or place of worship
Jade Buddha Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Jade Buddha Temple which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Where to stay in East China

Xintiandi featuring street scenes, a city and outdoor eating

Downtown Shanghai

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Shanghai. Check out top attractions like Three on the Bund and Jinling East Road Ferry Wharf, and jump on the metro at East Nanjing Road Station or Yuyuan Garden Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Shanghai
Jing An Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Jing'an

4.5/5(154 area reviews)

Ancient Jing'an Temple and bustling West Nanjing Road offer a mix of history and premier shopping, while Daning Lingshi Park provides a green oasis. Easily explore with nine metro lines available.

Jing'an
Shanghai Museum featuring modern architecture

Huangpu

4.5/5(575 area reviews)

Central Shanghai's bustling hub, Huangpu District boasts popular shopping areas like Nanjing Road, Huaihai Road, and Xintiandi. Explore key attractions such as The Bund, Old City God Temple, and leafy streets lined with cafes, high-end retail, and historical houses.

Huangpu
Lujiazui

Lujiazui

Travelers choose Lujiazui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Tower.

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Xuhui

4.5/5(75 area reviews)

Discover a bustling financial center and shopping haven with malls like Grand Gateway Shanghai and Pacific Sogo. Explore St. Ignatius Cathedral, Xujiahui Observatory, and French-style districts, all easily accessible via seven metro lines.

Xuhui
“If everything seems under control, you're not going fast enough.” 

― Mario Andretti

In China, everything is like this.  Unless you are away from the cities, construction, traffic and just buying some noodles is moving at a pace that seems just a little out of control.  It has the feel of a pressure pot that has been turned up just a bit too high.

However, I have lived here for a while now, and I have become used to the mad cap pace that everything is running at.  Once you get adjusted to that pace, it is a dream come true for the traveller.  Planes, trains and a shit-load of restaurants and hotels all linked into convenient apps (well, not so much the restaurants) such as Ctrip.

Ctrip website

Minhang

4/5(73 area reviews)

Minhang is well-liked for its breweries and spas. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Qibao Old Street and Huangpu River are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around.

Minhang
Radisson Blu Hangzhou Xintiandi

Radisson Blu Hangzhou Xintiandi

5 out of 5
No. 1018, Changbang Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions West Lake and Westlake Culture ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Radisson Blu Hangzhou Xintiandi
Shangri-La Qingdao

Shangri-La Qingdao

5 out of 5
9 Xiang Gang Zhong Road Qingdao Shandong
$78 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
$83 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (631 reviews)
Smooth check-in, diligent room cleaning service, helpful staff in getting taxi and providing instructions. However the restaurant Xianggong was a little bit disappointing but that is not the hotel's problem. Oh, great location to access the MixC Mall across the street!

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Shangri-La Qingdao
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou

5 out of 5
6 Changshou Road, Kerry Central Hangzhou Zhejiang
$133 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$141 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Former Residence of Sha ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
Walking distance to the adjacent mall. A very comfortable stay.

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Somerset Swan Lake Hefei

Somerset Swan Lake Hefei

4 out of 5
No 888 Qianshan Road Hefei AnHui
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Hefei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Anhui Museum and Hefei ...
7.6/10 Good! (16 reviews)
I'm a picky person but this place was so good!

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Somerset Swan Lake Hefei
Ascott Central Wuxi

Ascott Central Wuxi

4.5 out of 5
No. 288, Zhongshan Road Wuxi
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wuxi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Former Residence of Xue Fucheng ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Nice hotel and they gave us an upgrade

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Ascott Central Wuxi
Yiwu  Manting City Hotel

Yiwu Manting City Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Futian Road Changchun6jie No. 62, Yiwu Jinhua Zhejiang
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Jinhua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Yiwu Futian Wetland Park and Yiwu Museum ...
7/10 Good! (17 reviews)
6 floor is terrible like a prison

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

Yiwu Manting City Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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