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Parkview Hotel Shanghai

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

Park Hyatt Shanghai

The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi

Shanghai Marriott Hotel Pudong East

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong

Jianguo Hotel Shanghai

Licheng Ruixuan Shanghai

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Shanghai blends ancient traditions with modern thrills, offering magnificent temples, vast museums, and fascinating architecture. Visitors can explore the historic Bund waterfront, marvel at towering skyscrapers in Pudong, and find tranquility in the Jade Buddha temple. With a thriving art scene, lush gardens, and nearby islands, Shanghai provides a captivating urban escape for every traveler.

Downtown Shanghai and Pudong offer travelers diverse experiences in this vibrant Chinese metropolis. Downtown Shanghai enchants with its picturesque gardens, historical sites like Yu Garden, and iconic landmarks such as The Bund. Meanwhile, Pudong boasts modern attractions like Shanghai Disneyland™ and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum. From shopping at Three on the Bund to exploring Shanghai's culinary scene, these neighborhoods promise an unforgettable blend of tradition and innovation.

In Shanghai, you'll find a variety of hotel options to cater to all travelers. For a luxury stay, consider Grand Central Hotel Shanghai, featuring an indoor pool, a sauna, and body treatments. If you are looking for a boutique hotel, consider Maxx by Steigenberger on the Bund Shanghai, a stylish hotel offering a restaurant and a bar along with climate-controlled guestrooms with rainfall showerheads and down comforters. You can filter your search by popular locations, neighborhood, amenities, and more to find the best match for your stay. Plus, as a MileagePlus member you can browse for hotels with member-only benefits and prices!

Frequently asked questions

How would I use my MileagePlus miles on United Hotels in Shanghai?

To redeem your United MileagePlus miles on United Hotels, you can select the toggle "Use MileagePlus miles" on the homepage or search results page to view properties for your trip in miles. You can pay with miles or a combination of miles and money at checkout as long as your miles balance is enough to complete the booking. You’ll get access to special MileagePlus offer rates when paying with miles once you’ve logged in as a United MileagePlus member.

How can I earn MileagePlus miles on my United Hotel Shanghai booking?

If you’re a United MileagePlus member, you can earn 2x bonus miles on almost a million hotels and other properties worldwide. To earn MileagePlus award miles on United Hotels in Shanghai, select your desired property from your search. You can earn award miles whether you pay at the property or pay immediately, as long as you pay for your booking with a credit card or cash. At checkout make sure to enter your MileagePlus membership number if you are not already signed into your account. Your miles will be posted to your account within 6-8 weeks after trip completion.

What hotels in Shanghai have the best reviews?

In Shanghai, you’ll find plenty of options with 2,017 hotels and vacation rentals to choose from when you book on United Hotels. Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li is a hotel with a guest rating of 10 out of 10, and it features a hot tub and a full-service spa. Another well-reviewed hotel is Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund, which is located an 11-minute walk from the Oriental Pearl Tower. Take a look at all of the available top-rated hotels and vacation rentals in Shanghai.

What part of Shanghai should I stay in for my United Hotels trip?

When looking for a hotel in Shanghai, you have plenty of neighborhoods to choose from on United Hotels. Downtown Shanghai is a popular area to stay in Shanghai, and is home to Oriental Pearl Tower and top-rated hotels including Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund and The Peninsula Shanghai. Also consider looking at Huangpu where you’ll find Yu Garden and well-reviewed hotels like The Peninsula Shanghai and The Sukhothai Shanghai.

How can I get a good deal on a United Hotel in Shanghai?

When searching for places to stay in Shanghai through United Hotels, you can sort search results by price from low to high. If you’re a United MileagePlus member, you can also select the "Member prices" filter for savings on select stays/properties.

What is the best time of year to book my United Hotel visit to Shanghai?

To experience Shanghai during the best weather, consider a visit in August when the temperature averages 83°F and there is little to no rain. July is another good month to visit as it also has sunny days and low rainfall.

Why should I book my Shanghai hotel with United?

When booking through United Hotels, you’ll have access to almost a million properties worldwide. Plus, United MileagePlus members get access to exclusive member benefits and savings like VIP access. By using United Hotels, you can choose to pay for your trip with MileagePlus miles or money and earn miles to redeem for your future travels, giving you more flexibility. Learn more about United Airlines' loyalty program, MileagePlus®.

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