TOP Boutique Hotels in Shanghai for 2026

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1. Shanghai Marriott Hotel Parkview

Jing'an

RICHARD

£82

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

2. URBN Boutique Shanghai

Jing'an

Juan

£98

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Shanghai Suite with River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Shanghai Studio with River View | Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

3. MaxX By Steigenberger Shanghai on the Bund (formerly Les Suites Orient, Bund Shanghai)

Downtown Shanghai

Jiayi

£118

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

4. Moller Villa Hotel Shanghai

Jing'an

Pam

£124

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

2 Twin Standard | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

5. Holiday Inn Jiaxing Nanhu by IHG

Nanhu Qu

jackie

£42

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Frequently asked questions

Searching for a stylish place to stay when you visit Shanghai?

If you want to find a small hotel with terrific service, a personal feel, and great ambiance, a boutique hotel may be exactly what you want. Select from 13 boutique accommodation options in Shanghai to find a property that characterises the uniqueness of this destination.

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Shanghai?

Maxx by Steigenberger on the Bund is a favourite hotel with Expedia travellers looking for a stylish stay, and features a fitness centre and free WiFi. Shanghai Marriott Hotel Parkview and URBN Boutique Shanghai are a couple of other boutique hotels.

How many boutique hotels can I expect to find in Shanghai?

Expedia has 13 boutique hotels in Shanghai.

What's there to see and do in Shanghai?

Visitors speak positively about this destination's major shopping centres, top museums and temples. Top activities and sights around Shanghai include Nanjing Road Shopping District, The Bund and Shanghai Disneyland©. You might also want to consider exploring Huanghe Road, Raffles City and West Nanjing Road while you're here.

What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Shanghai?

Having a good idea of the weather in Shanghai will help you enjoy your stay to the fullest. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. The rainiest months in Shanghai are June, July, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 196 mm of rainfall.

What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Shanghai?

You have a few options for transportation to and around Shanghai. The nearest major airport is Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), which is located 9 mi (14.4 km) away, but Pudong International Airport (PVG) may also be an option. You can access metro transport at People's Square Station, Dashijie Station and Xinzha Road Station.