The Sofitel has a good location within easy walking distance to People's Square and the Bund and is right next to a subway stop. The hotel has a poor bar - the other local hotel bars are much better - especially the Marriot and Radisson. The rooms were clean and fine, but the hotel is very business focused which comes... more

Checking in we were greeted with a cool drink and friendly, courteous staff who inform us of the usuall details one needs to know. Our room ( suite) was spacious, beutifully furnished and the amenities were excellent so was the view of the city from our windows The premises were well located adjacent to a square and shopping pedestrian street... more

The Sofitel Shanghai is in an enviable location on the pedestrianised Nanjing Road shopping street, in the heart of the city - although it has several entrance levels and is a little confusing. I started to check-in in the main lobby but was then sent up to the club level to complete it. The room was in a traditional style,... more

When you usually book for a Sofitel, at least you expect a high standard of service and a clean place... Not only an hotel well located cause i have to admit the location of Sofitel Hyland is really good, close for shopping, sightseeing and nightlife. But are you ready to pay more than 1500 CNY minimum just for location??? I'm... more

Comfy, modern cozy hotel, smack in the middle of it all. more

Top Hotel to stay at,with an upgrade to executive level a must.You pay extra,but with free full breakfasts,finger food & drinks of an evening,free internet access&newspapers,it's well worth the extra.The staff are a delight to deal with & with the front door leading into the mall,this is the place to stay in Shanghai.My only concern was smoking on a non... more

Stayed their for a 4 day business trip. Great location to go everywhere in the City. Club room is nicely furnished and offers free breakfast and internet. Also had access to Club Lounge on 30F where they serve great wines and nice finger food in the evening. There were also nice books in the libary about China and free Internet... more

Good hotel with excellent staff. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. I would recommend this hotel if you are visiting Shanghai for business or pleasure. more

Being a middle class retired couple, we found that having our hotel in the centre of all that's happening in Shanghai could not have been better.Being in the centre of the pedestrian mall that is Nanging Road, with all its shops and restuarants etc, meant that we were able to walk to our destinations easily. On our first outing in... more