East China - Shanghai Hotels

[AA123]

http://www.wotif.com/hotels/china-shanghai-hotels.html

5 star.

The Langham, Yangtze Boutique, Shanghai US$138.

Bodi Boutique Hotel US$67.

Jin Jiang Tower US$99.

4. 5 star.

Yun's Paradise Waltz Boutique Hotel, Shanghai US$60.

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[SamCan]

Haven't been to shanghai for a couple of years and plan to try manhattan's on an upcoming trip. But a google search shows two different addresses, one on Ju Lu and the other on nanyang Lu near xikang lu. They are a fair distance apart. From the posts, I think the Ju Lu location is probably the most current, but did the bar move recently? Or are there 2 bars? Is Ju Lu still a good street for other bars? Any suggestion on whether tongren lu or Ju Lu is a better bet? I see references to bar rouge as a high end place on the bund with higher quality girls. Any advice on that? In return, I will post on my experiences when I get back.

Thanks!

You want the Manhattan behind the portman (ritz carlton) , just take a left or right out of the ritz and walk directly behind to the next block. Or take a cab to the Big Bambu restaraunt / sports bar. It is right next door. You can google that too. If you want a good burger stop in. You want the Bbambu in shanghai not Honqiao. I never go to bar rouge so I can't say. I have heard it is 2X to 3X the price. Go to Manhattans. (after midnight) the girls are hot. If you can't find anything there you are way too picky. I believe the other Manhattan is "old Manhattan" across from the Hilton. That ain't it!

B

[Fifty Shades]

Haven't been to shanghai for a couple of years and plan to try manhattan's on an upcoming trip. But a google search shows two different addresses, one on Ju Lu and the other on nanyang Lu near xikang lu. They are a fair distance apart. From the posts, I think the Ju Lu location is probably the most current, but did the bar move recently? Or are there 2 bars? Is Ju Lu still a good street for other bars? Any suggestion on whether tongren lu or Ju Lu is a better bet? I see references to bar rouge as a high end place on the bund with higher quality girls. Any advice on that? In return, I will post on my experiences when I get back.

Thanks!

[ShangHangin]

Hi guys,

Been a few years since was in China last, no doubt a lot has changed so will be looking forward to it. Just hoping for some a couple of suggestions on a convenient hotel in Shanghai to stay at the end of the month. Only in town for 1 night initially as moving on to another city for business, so looking for some where that is not over the top expensive but still good. 4 star eg. Been there a few times before but can't for the life of me remember where is was. Intend to check our Sacrosa again, been there a number of times in the past and enjoyed, but see a lot of posts about Bodhi, seems might be better? Thoughts?

Would appreciate some thoughts on hotels, maybe something that has sauna / action inside or close by, or not too far from Sacrosa or Bodhi. Will of course report back on endeavours.

Many thanks.

Matt

Matt,

If you want to stay in Pudong near Sacrosa, try the Marriott Courtyard, Purple Mountain or the Intercon for reliable accommodations. Can also try the Merrylin hotel which has SiYuan on the 3rd floor, making your life easy and enjoyable.

SH

[Gaolei]

Look at the Golden Tulip Ashar. It is near the corner of Nanjing and Shaanxi roads. Rooms are good, about 100 US per night. Location is great. Manhattan is a short distance away. 4 minute walk.

[Mattoz]

Hi guys,

Been a few years since was in China last, no doubt a lot has changed so will be looking forward to it. Just hoping for some a couple of suggestions on a convenient hotel in Shanghai to stay at the end of the month. Only in town for 1 night initially as moving on to another city for business, so looking for some where that is not over the top expensive but still good. 4 star eg. Been there a few times before but can't for the life of me remember where is was. Intend to check our Sacrosa again, been there a number of times in the past and enjoyed, but see a lot of posts about Bodhi, seems might be better? Thoughts?

Would appreciate some thoughts on hotels, maybe something that has sauna / action inside or close by, or not too far from Sacrosa or Bodhi. Will of course report back on endeavours.

Many thanks.

Matt

[Rob169]

I'm going to Shanghai next week and I will de stauing at Majesty Plaza hotel in Jiu Jiamg Road.

Does anyone know some place to go mongering around here? Or if there are some activity in the hotel?

What's about some massage place?

Thanks in advance.

[SamCan]

So I asked about the hilton Hongqiao and got No answer. I went there but my girl could not make it so I don't know. I would not stay there again as it is in the middle of nowhere.

Now the Sheraton Hongqiao! It is not a bad hotel. It is a little dated but still a 4star plus. I got a weekend rate before the national holiday weekend for $150 a night with breakfast. Not always that cheap but decent. The best part is coming! It is really girl friendly. I brought my girl in at least 6 different nights. It is obvious we are not a match. She is 24 and Chinese, I am a late 40s white guy. There is always a security guard in the lobby. I saw different guards over the nights I was there. The only thing they ever did was hold the elevator door for me and my girl! LOL.

The bar lobby has 3=4 WG in it. They are pretty much regulars. One was 29 (5) the others were in their 20sand maybe a 6 and 7. There is on over 30YO in the bar but I was not interested in her at all! The guards know they are there and let them stay. I saw the guard tell the girl to sit back with her drink. She had left the table to talk to one of her friends. That is as much as they do. I watched 2 guys pick one of them up on seperate nights and walk them right to the elevator past the guard. This was around 11pm. My girl and I were coming in after 2am. It does not seem to matter what time of night!

Across the street from the hotel is a circular building with 3 massage places. On the first floor the girls (6-8) do HJs. They were offering special massages. Since my 24 Year old tfreebie takes it all out of me, I passed.

So get an afternoon HJ, head over to Manhattans (15 mins by taxi most) and if you strike out, pick up a WG at the hotel as a back up. (the lobby bar closes at 1230. I don't know how long they stay after that.)

[SamCan]

Posted this under Shanghai, realized it probably belongs here. I usually stay at the Shanghai Hilton. I have never had a problem signing a girl into my room. I would like to stay at the Hongqiao Hilton for various reasons. Is it girl friendly? Do you just sign them in? I leave in 4 days and need to know so please help this long time lurker.

[Hungry Expat]

I am thinking of staying there instead of the Mandarin, which is girl friendly. Does anyone know how the Swissotel is girl friendly?

AL

I stayed last year at the Swissotel Grand Shanghai.

In the night it was no problem to bring back the girl.

You can walk to Manhattan and other bars.

But the way back you should take a taxi.

[AsianLover]

I am thinking of staying there instead of the Mandarin, which is girl friendly. Does anyone know how the Swissotel is girl friendly?

AL

[Oakley08]

I have seen a few requests on here in the past asking about a good option for an affordable hotel in Jing'An with good proximity to Manhattans, etc. I recently stayed at Rui Tai Hotel Jing'An and was very pleased. The location could not be better. Its literally right across the street from Nanjing Xi Lu Metro station and has the following western establishments within 1 minute walk from the hotel: DQ, Carls Jr, Papa Johns, McDonalds and Starbucks for anyone that likes a taste of home once in awhile. Lots of other shopping all around the area as well. And most importantly, Manhattans is a 8 to 10 minute walk or just a few minute taxi ride from the hotel.

I think I paid about $65 / night and that included free internet and free breakfast buffet as well. Its not the four seasons or anything but its a very clean and comfortable hotel with staff that speaks passable english. The breakfast buffet was nothing to write home about but they had a mix of western and asian with all the staples such as bacon, sausage, egg station, etc.

I think its my new favorite hotel for convenience and price.

Oh, and its very GF. Tested it many times and no problems at all.

[ShangHangin]

I agree with the above.

I was too jet-lagged to try the MP parlors one street north of the hotel, but there were several that looked promising.

The Eton Hotel is very nice, even if you don't try out the numerous nearby MPs, not to mention the "Happy Beaver" bar on the same street.

While I can not comment on the Eaton, behind the hotel is Changyi Lu as mentioned. Many MPs and girlie bars. If you are not careful, the girls will drain your wallet at the "Happy Beaver". The Sports Bar has a regular group of Phlips who are good fun to chat with, but in most cases not going home with you. Same at the Old Tavern. But in all cases, be warned of the girlie bars, they are hard on your wallet.

The MPs are not bad, have done "take away" from them for FS.

[Laowei137]

... they made my 'GF' register at the front desk... She didn't mind but some girls might.

Most WG's have a fake ID, so don't mind to register at all. Ever seen those telephone numbers spray-painted on the walls around town? If you want a fake ID (fake stamp, fake documents, fake anything) you can call those numbers.

[Oakley08]

Can someone make a reccomendation for a Hotel close to the Hongqiao International Airport?

Needs to be GF friendly but does not have to be budget.

Obviously too late to help you but might help others. Galaxy Hotel is very close to Hongqiao Intl and is very GF. Stayed there many times and no problems at all. They also have a KTV on 26th? Floor if you want to stay in. Usually some lookers in there. Last time it ran me about 1, 200.