I stayed here for three nights on business. It was very centrally located in Shanghai so since we had to travel in and out of town to factories, we got caught in a lot of traffic. However, we were also there over the weekend and the hotel is very close to shopping and sight seeing. This was one of the... More

We flew into Shanghai airport and ignored the many people offering us taxis and shuttle buses. Instead we went to the taxi rank and asked to be taken to Howard Johnson Plaza. Which cost us 200 yuan instead of the 500 yuan quoted at the hotel desk in the arrival terminal! A speedy! drive direct to the grand entrance of... More

They don't have a Howard Johnson like this in the States! Very luxurious hotel. The location was great! Nanjing Road was steps away and we walked to the Bund, People's Park and the Shanghai Museum. We even walked to the Yu Gardens. The subway is also close by. There is a Starbucks located in the hotel and we even found... More

This hotel is in a great location for tourists, just off the Nanjing road and 15 minutes walk from The Bund. Our room was very comfortable, in good condition and had everything we needed. Breakfast was fine and there was lots of choice. The staff were a bit more surly than we had become used to whilst travelling around China

A great spot just off Nanjing Road - the main pedestrian mall. Check-in was a breeze (my room was ready by 10am). The room itself was spacious and had a nice view overlooking Nanjing Road. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it.

This is ranked as a five star hotel - i'd give it 3 - 4 stars really. The room: was decent - big clean and airy. We booked on booking.com and the price was different than what they had quoted, so we had to double check that and get them to change it. Pool was fine - a normal backyard... More

Anyone who has lived through the 60's in the US likely has fond memories of the Howard Johnson (HJ) chain of "Motels" or "Motor Lodges" that permeated the rural landscape. They were always a safe bet for a good nights rest at a fair price. Later the American Icon slipped into degradation and became the butt of jokes and all... More

stayed here in Jan 2013. I booked through a friend and got a cheap rate, probably wouldn't have stayed here otherwise. For a supposedly five star hotel in China, I was a bit surprised at the service. E.g. being ignored at reception when the people at reception were talking amongst themselves only. Other than that, it was fine. Location was... More

This is a great hotel for a short stay. Fabulous location. Easy access to the subway. Staff are friendly and helpful. Food in the restaurants are expensive. But you are just a block away from shopping, dining.