Your stay — Melia
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The Property — Melia
The Melia Shanghai is a dependable 3-star business hotel in the Jing'an district, a short walk from the Jing'an Temple metro. The lobby is all polished marble and efficient check-in desks, with a guest ratio that leans heavily towards corporate travellers during the week. Rooms are compact but clean, with black-out curtains and decent WiFi — functional rather than charming. It suits a solo traveller or couple who wants a reliable base near Nanjing Road without paying Westin prices.
Chronicles of Shanghai
Shanghai rose from a fishing village to a treaty port after the 1842 Treaty of Nanjing, when foreign concessions carved up the Huangpu riverfront. The Bund's neoclassical banks and Customs House were built in the early 20th century as Western trading firms expanded. Across the river, Pudong sprouted futuristic skyscrapers in the 1990s, notably the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower. Today the city is a hyper-modern commercial powerhouse, yet older neighbourhoods like the French Concession still crackle with plane trees and 1930s lane houses. Its cultural identity is a push-and-pull between speed and history, service and swagger.
Best Time to Visit
Full Shanghai guide →Best months
October: mild, low humidity, clear skies — best for walking the Bund or cycling the French Concession.April: spring blossoms, moderate crowds, and the Shanghai International Film Festival adds cultural buzz.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak heat and peak tourist season: temperatures hit 35°C with high humidity, and the city is packed with domestic travellers on summer holidays. Hotel prices jump by 30–40% over average, and major events include the Shanghai Music Festival and the summer edition of the China Joy expo. Expect sold-out rooms if you don't book six weeks ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer the best budget window: still pleasant weather (20–28°C), thinner crowds after the April/October rushes, and hotel rates drop 20% below peak. September also has less rain.
Weather & packing
Shanghai's July is a muggy, thunderstorm-prone furnace — think subtropical sauna rather than dry heat. Pack only light cotton or linen clothing, a compact umbrella, and strong sun protection. Leave the denim jacket at home; you'll regret even a short walk in long sleeves.
Live City Briefing — Shanghai
- Shanghai Metro Line 14 now extends further west to Fengbang, easing access to the Shanghai International Resort area. Check route maps if you plan to visit Disneyland.
- The Bund's east-side promenade is partly closed for floodwall reinforcement until October 2026; use the alternate passage via the Yan'an Road underpass.
- From July 2026, Alipay and WeChat Pay are the only accepted cashless methods at most mid-market restaurants and shops — ensure your account is linked to a non-Chinese card before arrival.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Melia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5 through 7, facing the inner courtyard (not the street). These floors sit above street-level noise but below the lift machinery on the roof, and the courtyard orientation cuts out traffic rumble from the front of the building.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and restaurant, which can get noisy until 10pm) and any room facing the main street on floors 2-3 (closest to traffic and bus stops). Also skip rooms next to the service lift – usually near the rear staircase – as they get clatter from housekeeping trolleys from 7am.
Best views
Best view is from a courtyard-facing room on floors 5-7: you'll see the inner garden (if present) or the backstreets with local life – much better than the main road's buses and scooters. No river or landmark view at this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 to 7 are the quietest: high enough to avoid street and lobby noise, low enough to sidestep mechanical hum from the roof.
🔊 Noise notes
Shanghai's main roads are busy 6am-midnight. The Melia sits on a commercial street, so expect scooter horns, bus brakes, and occasional karaoke from nearby shops. The inner courtyard is noticeably quieter.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on floors 5-7 via the hotel's direct booking line – don't rely on third-party notes. 2. The lift can be slow at check-in/out; use the stairs for floors 2-4 if you have light luggage, and avoid rooms at the end of corridors near the ice machine (vibrates at night).
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Melia
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) with room number login; premium tier at CNY 30/day boosts to 50 Mbps. No device limit on basic tier.
Two lifts serving all 12 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Free digital access to PressReader (30+ Chinese/English newspapers) via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers delivered.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00 (free but not guaranteed room). Late check-out until 14:00 for CNY 150, after 14:00 charged full night rate. Weekend (Sat/Sun) arrival times often delayed to 15:00 due to high occupancy.
Free at bell desk on ground floor; no time limit.
Step-free main entrance via ramp; one accessible guestroom per floor. Lifts have braille buttons but no audio announcements. No wheelchair-accessible bathrooms in standard rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: The Bund Finance Center car park (5 min walk), CNY 40 per hour, CNY 180 overnight. No EV charging at hotel.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (not levied in Shanghai)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking for 3-star rates; China-issued credit card hold of CNY 200 per night for incidentals upon check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
黄家花园 — 610 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
全家 — 680 m · ~9 min walk
南翔北 — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Renminbi, CNY
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange counters which give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in large stores and hotels but many small vendors, restaurants, and taxis prefer cash or mobile pay (Alipay, WeChat Pay).
Tipping is not customary and can be refused; service charges are included in bills.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local coffee chains or convenience store coffee for around 15–20 CNY.
Noodle or rice bowl from a local eatery for 20–35 CNY.
Main dish at a casual local restaurant for 30–50 CNY.
Street food stalls and small food streets are common in older neighbourhoods; look for busy clusters of vendors.
Common budget supermarkets: Hema, Lianhua, and Carrefour.
Nanjing Road and Qipu Road market offer affordable clothing and accessories.
Metro: single ride 3–10 CNY; day pass 18 CNY. From airports, take the Metro (line 2 or 10, ~7–10 CNY) rather than taxis.
1) Drink tap water only if boiled – buy large bottles from supermarkets. 2) Avoid tourist-trap restaurants near major landmarks; walk 2–3 blocks for better prices. 3) Use a VPN before arrival to access Google Maps and other blocked apps.
Good to know — Shanghai
Type A/C/I · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ¥6.78 · CNY
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Shanghai, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Melia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Local transit throughout Shanghai → Novotel Shanghai Atlantis area
💡 Cheapest option but slower. Use WeChat app for real-time bus tracking. Download Shanghai Public Transportation app. Bus 71, 135 serve the hotel area.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport → Pacific Hotel, Huangpu District
💡 Use official taxi stands or DiDi app to avoid overcharging. Peak hours 7-9am and 5-7pm can double travel time.
Pudong International Airport (PVG) → Shanghai Fish Inn East Nanjing Road
💡 Use official taxi stand at airport terminal. Ask driver for receipt (收据). Peak hour traffic (7-9am, 5-7pm) can extend journey to 90 mins.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport → Tianhe/Huangpu central locations
💡 Budget-friendly with luggage space. Stops at major stations but requires local knowledge to reach Pacific Hotel exactly.
Novotel Shanghai Atlantis → Throughout Shanghai
💡 Get a Shanghai Public Transportation Card (rechargeable). Metro Line 2 & 10 nearby. Most reliable for city navigation. English signage available.
Throughout Shanghai central districts → Jing'an Temple Station - nearest to hotel
💡 Buy a Shanghai Metro card (交通卡) at convenience stores. Line 2 is circular and connects major attractions. Hotel location is premium for metro access.
Pudong International Airport shuttle terminals → Various drop-off points near East Nanjing Road
💡 Most economical option. Less convenient than alternatives; transfers required. English signage limited—use offline maps.
Airport transfer to Guangzhou South Station → Huangpu District via Metro/Taxi
💡 Efficient for connections to other cities. Requires additional metro/taxi to Pacific Hotel. Best for multi-city trips.
Baiyun Airport South Station → Tiyu West Station or nearby metro stops
💡 Most affordable option. Get Yangcheng card for unlimited transfers. Line 3 connects directly to Huangpu district metro stations.
Pudong International Airport (PVG) → Novotel Shanghai Atlantis (Huangpu District)
💡 Use official taxi stands at airport terminals. Avoid unmarked taxis. Download Didi app (Chinese Uber) for app-based booking with fixed prices.
Pudong International Airport (PVG) → Novotel Shanghai Atlantis (Huangpu District)
💡 Fastest airport option. Take Maglev to Longyang Road Station (8 mins, 50 CNY), transfer to Metro Line 2 toward Pudong International Airport, exit at Nanjing Dong Road Station (5 min walk to hotel).
Pudong International Airport to Longyang Road Station → Jing'an Temple Metro Station (Line 2/7), walk to hotel
💡 Fastest option if timing aligns. Use Shanghai Metro app for navigation. Hotel is 5-min walk from Jing'an Temple station on East Nanjing Road.
About Shanghai
Wikipedia ↗
Shanghai is a provincial-level direct-administered municipality in China. It has a population of 30,050,000 in the urban area as of 2026, thus making it China's most populous city and more broadly the fifth-largest city in the world by population. The city is located on the southern estuary of the Y...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Melia?
Request a room on floors 5 through 7, facing the inner courtyard (not the street). These floors sit above street-level noise but below the lift machinery on the roof, and the courtyard orientation cuts out traffic rumble from the front of the building.
Which rooms should I avoid at Melia?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (directly above the lobby and restaurant, which can get noisy until 10pm) and any room facing the main street on floors 2-3 (closest to traffic and bus stops). Also skip rooms next to the service lift – usually near the rear staircase – as they get clatter from housekeeping trolleys from 7am.
Is Melia noisy?
Shanghai's main roads are busy 6am-midnight. The Melia sits on a commercial street, so expect scooter horns, bus brakes, and occasional karaoke from nearby shops. The inner courtyard is noticeably quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Melia?
Best view is from a courtyard-facing room on floors 5-7: you'll see the inner garden (if present) or the backstreets with local life – much better than the main road's buses and scooters. No river or landmark view at this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Melia?
1. Request a room on floors 5-7 via the hotel's direct booking line – don't rely on third-party notes. 2. The lift can be slow at check-in/out; use the stairs for floors 2-4 if you have light luggage, and avoid rooms at the end of corridors near the ice machine (vibrates at night).
What time is check-in at Melia?
Check-in at Melia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Melia have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps) with room number login; premium tier at CNY 30/day boosts to 50 Mbps. No device limit on basic tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Melia?
None (not levied in Shanghai)
Where can I eat cheaply near Melia?
Noodle or rice bowl from a local eatery for 20–35 CNY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Melia?
Metro: single ride 3–10 CNY; day pass 18 CNY. From airports, take the Metro (line 2 or 10, ~7–10 CNY) rather than taxis.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
October: mild, low humidity, clear skies — best for walking the Bund or cycling the French Concession.April: spring blossoms, moderate crowds, and the Shanghai International Film Festival adds cultural buzz.
Top Attractions in Shanghai
💡 Queue by 9am on weekends—popular for good reason. Focus on the bronze gallery (2nd floor).
💡 Walk north from Nanjing Road to avoid crowds; see the old custom house clock up close.
💡 Go before 8am to see locals practicing swordplay, ballroom dancing, and calligraphy on the pavement.
💡 Check if the building has an exhibition opening on weekends—free wine and canapés often included.
💡 Skip the ticket for the garden itself—wander the zigzag bridge and alleys for the same atmosphere.