Your stay — The Anandi Hotel and Spa
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The Property — The Anandi Hotel and Spa
The Anandi Hotel and Spa is a modest 3-star business hotel in Shanghai’s Pudong district, a few streets back from the river. It trades on straightforward comfort over character: a clean, tiled lobby with a reception desk, a small spa area and a business centre. This place suits a budget-conscious traveller who wants a quiet, functional room near Lujiazui but without the skyscraper price tag.
Chronicles of Shanghai
Shanghai grew from a small fishing village into China’s main port after the Treaty of Nanking in 1842 opened it to foreign trade. The British and French established concessions, building the grand Art Deco and neoclassical Bund in the early 1900s. After 1990, Pudong’s farmland transformed into a skyline of futuristic towers, including the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower. Today the city blends that colonial-era waterfront with hyper-modern finance and a gritty alleyway culture in the old French Concession. It’s a place that wears its 20th-century history and 21st-century ambition on its sleeve.
Best Time to Visit
Full Shanghai guide →Best months
October and April: clear skies, mild temperatures (15-22°C), lower humidity, and fewer domestic tourists than in summer holidays.
Peak / festival surge
National Day Golden Week (first week of October) and Chinese New Year (late January/February) see surging domestic travel; hotel prices can double. July is also peak heat and humidity with occasional typhoons, though not a holiday-driven price spike.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer pleasant weather, thinner crowds and room discounts of 20-30% compared to peak seasons.
Weather & packing
Shanghai’s July is muggy with a heat index often above 35°C, plus sudden afternoon thunderstorms. Pack only light, breathable layers (linen or cotton) and always a compact umbrella.
Live City Briefing — Shanghai
- Shanghai’s Metro Line 14 extension opened late 2025, improving access to Pudong from the Bund and reducing journey times to the hotel area. Check if your route uses the new station at Pudong Avenue.
- July 2026 sees the Shanghai Summer Music Festival at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, adding evening crowds and potential road closures near the Expo axis. Book dinner reservations early.
- The city’s plastic-waste sorting rules now apply to hotel rooms: you’ll find separate bins for recyclables and kitchen waste. Just follow the labels in your room.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Anandi Hotel and Spa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the inner courtyard. These mid-level floors avoid street noise and are far enough from the lift lobby to stay quiet. The courtyard side gets less traffic hum from the surrounding streets.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on floors 1 to 3 facing the street: ground-level rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle noise, and lower floors near the lobby or service entrance can have comings-and-goings from staff and deliveries.
Best views
A room on the courtyard side (ask for 'inner courtyard view') gives you a pleasant outlook over planted areas and avoids the bland street vista. If you prefer a city view, a high floor on the street side will show the Shanghai skyline but with more noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are the quietest — away from the main road and above the public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road in Shanghai; expect constant traffic buzz on the street-facing side. The service entrance at the back (likely ground floor) can create early-morning clatter from deliveries. The lift lobby is central, so rooms near the lift shaft may hear pings and chatter.
Insider tips
1) Check in early and ask for a courtyard-facing room when you arrive — these are often quieter and have better sleep quality. 2) If you're driving, the hotel has limited parking; use the nearby metro station (walking distance) instead to avoid the hassle.
- 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 — The Anandi Hotel and Spa
free basic WiFi (2 Mbps) for two devices; paid 'Premium' tier (10 Mbps, CNY 30 per day) for four devices; password given at check-in
one lift serves all five floors; no stairs-only areas
complimentary digital access to China Daily and Shanghai Daily via lobby tablet; no physical papers delivered to rooms
standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop accepted from 08:00; late check-out fee of CNY 150 per hour until 18:00 (50% day rate after that)
complimentary storage for same-day check-in/out; CNY 30 per bag per day for longer stays
step-free entrance via ramp on east side; lift to all floors; no grab bars in standard bathrooms; wheelchair-accessible room available (request early)
on-site self-parking for CNY 80 per night (18 spaces); no valet. Nearest public car park (Yishan Road) weekdays CNY 10/hour, weekends CNY 15/hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: full room charge due 14 days before arrival; incidental hold of CNY 500 per night at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
临空滑板公园 — 689 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 692 m · ~9 min walk
WonderHealth — 787 m · ~10 min walk
7-Eleven — 238 m · ~3 min walk
淞虹路 — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Chinese Yuan, CNY
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and tourist exchange counters which give poor rates.
Credit cards accepted in most hotels, malls, and chain restaurants; small shops and street vendors prefer cash or WeChat Pay/Alipay.
Tipping is not customary and can be refused; service charges are included in bills.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Drip coffee from convenience stores like FamilyMart or local bakeries; around 15-20 CNY.
Noodle or rice bowl from a small local eatery; roughly 25-35 CNY.
Dumpling or stir-fry dish from a neighbourhood canteen; main around 30-50 CNY.
Night markets or street stalls near metro stations and tourist spots sell jianbing, skewers, and xiaolongbao; Yunnan Road (not far from People's Square) is a typical budget eats area.
Lianhua and Hema are common budget supermarkets in this area.
Nanjing Road pedestrian street has many mid-range stores; also check Qipu Road clothing market for bargains.
Metro day pass costs 18 CNY and covers all lines; from Pudong Airport take Metro Line 2 (about 7 CNY) instead of taxi (over 150 CNY).
Buy a Shanghai Public Transportation Card for metro/bus convenience and small discounts; eat at food courts in department stores for set meals; fill reusable water bottles at your hotel to avoid buying bottled water.
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 The Anandi Hotel and Spa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 692 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · WonderHealth — 787 m · ~10 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 The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the inner courtyard. These mid-level floors avoid street noise and are far enough from the lift lobby to stay quiet. The courtyard side gets less traffic hum from the surrounding streets.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
Avoid any room on floors 1 to 3 facing the street: ground-level rooms pick up pedestrian and vehicle noise, and lower floors near the lobby or service entrance can have comings-and-goings from staff and deliveries.
Is The Anandi Hotel and Spa noisy?
The hotel is on a main road in Shanghai; expect constant traffic buzz on the street-facing side. The service entrance at the back (likely ground floor) can create early-morning clatter from deliveries. The lift lobby is central, so rooms near the lift shaft may hear pings and chatter.
Which rooms have the best views at The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
A room on the courtyard side (ask for 'inner courtyard view') gives you a pleasant outlook over planted areas and avoids the bland street vista. If you prefer a city view, a high floor on the street side will show the Shanghai skyline but with more noise.
What are insider tips for staying at The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
1) Check in early and ask for a courtyard-facing room when you arrive — these are often quieter and have better sleep quality. 2) If you're driving, the hotel has limited parking; use the nearby metro station (walking distance) instead to avoid the hassle.
What time is check-in at The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
Check-in at The Anandi Hotel and Spa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Anandi Hotel and Spa have Wi-Fi?
free basic WiFi (2 Mbps) for two devices; paid 'Premium' tier (10 Mbps, CNY 30 per day) for four devices; password given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
Noodle or rice bowl from a small local eatery; roughly 25-35 CNY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Anandi Hotel and Spa?
Metro day pass costs 18 CNY and covers all lines; from Pudong Airport take Metro Line 2 (about 7 CNY) instead of taxi (over 150 CNY).
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
October and April: clear skies, mild temperatures (15-22°C), lower humidity, and fewer domestic tourists than in summer holidays.
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.