Grand Central Hotel Shanghai - Nanjing Road
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai offers modern comforts, including an indoor pool and well-appointed rooms, steps from The Bund and East Nanjing Road.
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai welcomes guests with modern comforts and a convenient location near The Bund and East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the large indoor pool or relax in rooms featuring complimentary internet access.
The hotel is exceptionally well-connected, just a 3-minute walk from Shanghai’s Metro subway lines 1, 2, and 8. People's Square is an 11-minute walk away, while Lujiazui is reachable by metro within 25 minutes. Hongqiao Airport is a 20-minute drive, and Pudong Airport is a 40-minute drive. For those visiting Shanghai Disneyland, it is a 46-minute drive, and The Bund is a short 4-minute drive away.
Guest rooms are thoughtfully designed with golden and brown hues, featuring a flat-screen TV and a work desk. Each room also includes a personal safe and a spacious marble bathroom.
For recreation, guests can utilize the well-equipped fitness center or enjoy a game of billiards. The hotel also offers a business center and laundry services for added convenience.
Dining at the hotel offers a variety of choices. Bo Yuet Jin serves traditional Cantonese cuisine, while Central Grill on the 2nd floor provides an elegant setting for fine Western cuisine with an extensive wine list. Further dining options include buffet meals at the coffee shop and drinks at the lobby lounge.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Indoor swimming pool
- Open all year
- Heated pool
Wellness
- Massage
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna Additional charge
Guest reviews· 8.6/10 (1,026)
The Grand Central Hotel Shanghai receives consistent praise for its prime location, situated centrally and within walking distance of key attractions like the Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Road and with easy access to metro stations. Guests frequently highlight the convenience of exploring Shanghai from this base.
The hotel's rooms and staff are generally well-regarded, with many guests reporting enjoyable stays and good value, particularly when booking through platforms like Booking.com. The inclusion of amenities such as an indoor swimming pool and spa and wellness center are appreciated additions to the guest experience.
However, some areas for improvement are often noted. Common concerns include inconsistent Wi-Fi performance and a mediocre or limited breakfast offering. The executive lounge, while available, has also received feedback that its food selection and overall ambiance could be enhanced to better meet guest expectations.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 9.0
- Staff
- 8.7
- Location
- 9.6
- Comfort
- 9.2
- Value for money
- 8.4
- Wi-Fi
- 6.6
- Breakfast
- 7.0
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Good breakfast