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Hotel · Shanghai · Shanghai Municipality

Swissotel Grand Shanghai

A 5-star stay in the heart of Shanghai, close to metro stations, shopping, and dining.

  • Central location near metro and shopping
  • Spacious, brand-new rooms with excellent amenities
  • Indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center
8.5 Great 1583 reviews Booking.com 8.5 · 1583 reviews

About

Swissotel Grand Shanghai

Swissotel Grand Shanghai is a 5-star hotel located at 1 Yu Yuan Road, placing guests within walking distance of metro stations, shopping malls, and a variety of dining options. The property offers 1583 guest reviews with an overall rating of 8.5, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction.

The hotel provides a range of amenities including an indoor swimming pool, sauna, fitness center, and restaurant. Rooms are noted for being spacious and brand-new, with comfortable beds and pillows. Business travelers can utilize the business center and meeting facilities, while families have access to cots and children's menus.

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location with easy transport links — Steps from metro stations and within walking distance of shopping malls and dining, making it easy to explore Shanghai.
  • Spacious, modern rooms with excellent comfort — Guests highlight rooms as brand-new, spacious, and well-equipped, with comfortable beds and air conditioning.
  • Great breakfast with varied selection — A breakfast that satisfies different tastes, consistently praised as excellent and a highlight of the stay.
  • Well-maintained leisure facilities — An indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center offer relaxation options, with guests noting the pool area and sauna as a bonus.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Facilities rating below expectations — The facilities category scored only 6.3, suggesting some aspects of the property's physical amenities may feel dated or underwhelming.
  • Comfort score is relatively modest — Comfort rated 7.5, lower than other categories, indicating that while rooms are spacious, some guests may find bedding or temperature control less than ideal.
  • No pets allowed — Travelers with pets will need to look elsewhere as the hotel does not permit pets on the premises.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only available between 15:00 and 23:30, which may be inconvenient for late-night arrivals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Swiss Advantage Room PKG

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Swiss Advantage King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Family Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Premier Room PKG

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Classic King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Premier King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Pinnacle Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Executive Studio

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Family Connecting Room ice cream

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Connecting Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Presidential Suite

  • 1 King-size bed

Swiss Executive King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Classic Twin Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Swiss Advantage Twin Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Premier Twin Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Swiss Executive Twin Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • No smoking on site

Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Free toiletries
  • Electric kettle
  • Ironing facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Dining table

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Fitness centre

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Children's menu

Accessibility

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.5
Great 1583 reviews

Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,583 reviews

Booking.com · 8.5 · 1583 reviews
8.5Verified guest

“We found excellent prices at this hotel. The room was reasonably spacious and brand-new with amazing pillows and air conditioning.”

8.5Verified guest

“Cool hotel, very central location close to metro stations, well-trained staff, and an executive bar area. Huge, well-equipped rooms with AC and amazing pillows. Outstanding breakfast with good food, though the coffee could be better. Lovely pool and convenient parking. Everything was perfect.”

8.5Verified guest

“Fantastic location with many food options and shopping malls within walking distance. The room was spacious and comfortable. The hotel offers great amenities like a rooftop pool, and we enjoyed the delicious breakfast each morning.”

8.5Verified guest

“Extremely spacious and brand-new room with an exceptionally comfortable bed. The staff was friendly during my stay.”

8.5Verified guest

“Comfort, location, and excellent breakfast.”

8.5Verified guest

“Very comfortable hotel with superb attention to detail and very friendly staff.”

04 — Location

Getting around Shanghai

The property sits in Shanghai.

Around the Hotel: The hotel is near metro stations, making it easy to travel across Shanghai. Shopping malls and numerous dining options are within walking distance.

Transportation: Guests can take the subway from the airport directly to the hotel, and taxis are readily available. The central location simplifies getting around.

1 Yu Yuan Road, Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200040, China

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:30
Check-out
By 11:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
497 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30, and check-out is from 11:00 to 12:00.

Does the hotel have parking?

Yes, parking is available on site.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

What leisure facilities are available?

The hotel offers an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and fitness center.

Does the hotel offer family-friendly amenities?

Yes, cots and a children's menu are available, and there are family room options.

The bottom line

Swissotel Grand Shanghai delivers a reliable, comfortable stay in a prime location, with spacious rooms and a praised breakfast. While some facilities show their age, the overall experience is solid for both leisure and business travelers.

8.5A strong central pick with minor facility caveats.

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