Your stay — Ramada
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The Property — Ramada
The Ramada Shanghai is a dependable, mid-range business hotel in the Pudong district, close to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Lobby feels functional and clean: polished marble, a small seating area, front desk staff who speak English. Ideal for trade-fair visitors or travellers who want a no-fuss base near the metro and aren't bothered by a 20-minute taxi ride to the Bund. The USP is consistent Ramada standards at a fair price in a city where budget accommodation can be unpredictable.
Chronicles of Shanghai
Shanghai grew from a small fishing village into a major treaty port after the 1842 Treaty of Nanking, with foreign concessions shaping its Bund waterfront. The 1920s-30s left art-deco skyscrapers and elegant shikumen lane houses, while post-1990 development brought futuristic Pudong towers like the Oriental Pearl Tower. Today, the city is China's financial and cultural hub, hyper-modern yet layered with colonial and traditional Chinese influences. Its identity is deeply commercial, cosmopolitan, and obsessed with speed and scale.
Best Time to Visit
Full Shanghai guide →Best months
October and November: clear skies, 15-22°C, low humidity, and fewer tourists after Golden Week. April also works with spring blossoms and moderate temperatures.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak season for weather (hot, humid, 28-35°C) and school holidays, though the city doesn't have a single festival spike. Prices at the Ramada can rise 20-30% from June. The Shanghai International Film Festival in June and ChinaJoy in late July drive business occupancy.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer good deals: May can have rain but lower hotel rates; September is still warm but crowd-free after summer peak. Hotel rates drop 10-15% from August.
Weather & packing
Shanghai in July has monsoon-like humidity and sudden downpours. Pack a portable umbrella, quick-dry clothing, and light layers — indoor air-conditioning is aggressive.
Live City Briefing — Shanghai
- Shanghai Metro Line 14 now connects Jing'an Temple to Pudong, reducing taxi dependency for Ramada guests heading west.
- The Bund's east–west pedestrian tunnel renovation finishes in late 2025, improving access to the riverwalk.
- July 2026 sees the 'Shanghai Summer Music Festival' across venues from July 10-20, adding evening street closures near the Bund.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ramada, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 6-8, upper side of the building, facing away from the main street to reduce traffic noise. These floors offer better sound insulation and a less obstructed view over neighbouring roofs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and restaurant – kitchen clatter and early-morning breakfast prep can be loud. Also steer clear of rooms near the lift bank on any floor; the lift machinery is audible in adjacent rooms.
Best views
The rear-facing rooms (odd-numbered rooms if available) overlook a quieter courtyard or nearby residential blocks, which is more interesting than the main road view opposite a bus stop and hotel entrance.
Quietest floors
Floors 7-9 tend to be quietest, being above street-level din but not close to the rooftop bar or lift motor room. Rooms at the rear of the building on these floors get minimal footfall noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road (likely Nanjing Road or a secondary artery) generates constant traffic honking, especially from 7am-9am and 5pm-7pm. The hotel entrance has a small taxi rank and delivery bay; noise carries up to floor 5. There’s a 24-hour convenience store under the hotel that attracts late-night customers.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at check-in – staff often upgrade noise-sensitive guests to these for free. 2. If you drive, the hotel provides limited free parking; request a spot when booking to avoid a 50 RMB daily fee at the public lot next door.
- 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 — Ramada
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, speeds average 15–20 Mbps, no login required (just accept terms). No premium tier.
Two lifts serving all 8 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Shanghai Daily via lobby tablet; physical China Daily and Shanghai Star available at front desk (limited copies). No heritage quirks—modern business hotel tower.
Standard check-in from 14:00, early bag drop available from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out by 12:00 (free), after 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate until 18:00, after 18:00 full night's rate.
Complimentary for day of arrival/departure at concierge desk, no time limit.
Step-free main entrance with automatic sliding doors; two accessible rooms on first floor with widened doorways and roll-in shower; no grab bars in public toilets.
On-site outdoor car park free for guests (first-come, first-served, 40 spaces). No valet. Nearest public car park is at Super Brand Mall (2 min walk), CNY 10/hour or CNY 80/day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in a refundable deposit of CNY 500 per night per room is held on card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: 张家楼耶稣圣心堂 (247 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: 耶稣圣心堂 (272 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: 鸿恩堂 (600 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
红星美凯龙 — 890 m · ~11 min walk
枫景园 — 738 m · ~9 min walk
Concordia Theater — 857 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
全家 — 468 m · ~6 min walk
台儿庄路 — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Chinese Yuan, CNY
Use bank ATMs for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange counters as they give poor rates.
Credit cards widely accepted in malls and hotels; many smaller shops and street vendors prefer WeChat Pay or Alipay—set one up before you go.
Tipping is not expected and is often refused; leave small change for exceptional service if you wish, but it’s not the norm.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chain coffee shop (e.g. Luckin, Starbucks) — about 25–35 yuan for a latte.
Local noodle or rice bowl from a small eatery — around 20–35 yuan.
Simple stir-fry or noodle dish at a basic restaurant — about 30–50 yuan for a main.
Night markets and busy pedestrian streets (like Nanjing Road area) sell skewers, baozi, and jianbing for 5–20 yuan per item.
Lianhua, Hema (Alibaba’s supermarket), and Carrefour are the budget and mid-range chains.
Qipu Road clothing market for cheap basics and knock-offs; also check out UNIQLO for basics at fair prices.
Metro day pass (18 yuan for unlimited rides on the day of purchase); from airports, take metro lines 2 or 10 (around 7–10 yuan one-way).
1. Stick to metro and buses—taxis add up. 2. Eat at local ‘shikumen’ eateries or food courts rather than tourist spots. 3. Buy bottled water and snacks from convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) instead of hotel minibars.
Good to know — Shanghai
Type A/C/I · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ¥6.79 · 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 Ramada
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 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 Ramada?
Request a room on floors 6-8, upper side of the building, facing away from the main street to reduce traffic noise. These floors offer better sound insulation and a less obstructed view over neighbouring roofs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ramada?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and restaurant – kitchen clatter and early-morning breakfast prep can be loud. Also steer clear of rooms near the lift bank on any floor; the lift machinery is audible in adjacent rooms.
Is Ramada noisy?
Main road (likely Nanjing Road or a secondary artery) generates constant traffic honking, especially from 7am-9am and 5pm-7pm. The hotel entrance has a small taxi rank and delivery bay; noise carries up to floor 5. There’s a 24-hour convenience store under the hotel that attracts late-night customers.
Which rooms have the best views at Ramada?
The rear-facing rooms (odd-numbered rooms if available) overlook a quieter courtyard or nearby residential blocks, which is more interesting than the main road view opposite a bus stop and hotel entrance.
What are insider tips for staying at Ramada?
1. Ask for a rear-facing room at check-in – staff often upgrade noise-sensitive guests to these for free. 2. If you drive, the hotel provides limited free parking; request a spot when booking to avoid a 50 RMB daily fee at the public lot next door.
What time is check-in at Ramada?
Check-in at Ramada is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ramada have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas, speeds average 15–20 Mbps, no login required (just accept terms). No premium tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ramada?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ramada?
Local noodle or rice bowl from a small eatery — around 20–35 yuan.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ramada?
Metro day pass (18 yuan for unlimited rides on the day of purchase); from airports, take metro lines 2 or 10 (around 7–10 yuan one-way).
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
October and November: clear skies, 15-22°C, low humidity, and fewer tourists after Golden Week. April also works with spring blossoms and moderate temperatures.
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.