Title: Shanghai Jiaoli Xiaoyan Inn (Zhujiajiao Scenic Area Ancient Town) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shanghai Jiaoli Xiaoyan Inn (Zhujiajiao Scenic Area Ancient Town) Hotel in Shanghai with a coffee shop/cafe ## Photo gallery for Shanghai Jiaoli Xiaoyan Inn (Zhujiajiao Scenic Area Ancient Town) ![Room - Shanghai Jiaoli Xiaoyan Inn (Zhujiajiao Scenic Area Ancient Town) (Shanghai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115810000/115801200/115801168/f2d78a20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room - Shanghai Jiaoli Xiaoyan Inn (Zhujiajiao Scenic Area Ancient Town) (Shanghai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115810000/115801200/115801168/170b4d5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Shanghai Jiaoli Xiaoyan Inn (Zhujiajiao Scenic Area Ancient Town) (Shanghai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115810000/115801200/115801168/bec515c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - 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