JI Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao  

In Changning, Shanghai — a tidy base about 11 km from the city center. Minutes from Shanghai Zoo and the Shanghai Botanical Garden, and close to Jing An Temple, Taikang Road, Intex Shanghai, L'Avenue and the Shanghai International Gymnastics Center.

This 4-star property has 93 air-conditioned rooms with a modern, no-fuss vibe. Rooms feature minibars and refrigerators, LCD satellite TVs, in-room safes and coffee/tea makers. The hotel offers elevator access and on-site parking.

Health club for quick workouts, complimentary wired and wireless internet, concierge services and a safe-deposit box. Free roundtrip airport shuttle and 24-hour room service keep travel simple.

On-site business center, express check-in and check-out, and complimentary high-speed wired internet — reliable connectivity for work trips.

On-site restaurant, a coffee shop/café and a bar/lounge. 24-hour room service lets you grab a meal or late-night drink on your schedule.