Lotel  

Tucked in central Shanghai, this hotel sits near the Shanghai Botanical Garden, Taikang Road and Jing'an Temple, with Longhua Temple and the Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center within easy reach. Ideal for explorers and convention-goers.

Completely non-smoking and family-run, the property pairs green design with soulful service — think live plant walls, an organically tended garden and energy-saving LED lighting. Rooms vary by category but commonly include refrigerators or mini-bars, LCD TVs, rainfall showerheads, safes and Tempurpedic-style pillows for a solid night’s sleep.

Take in city views from a rooftop terrace, stretch in the 24-hour fitness center or stroll the on-site garden and picnic area. The hotel also offers an on-site restaurant and bar, a tour desk, free parking, an elevator and laundry/dry-cleaning services—wake up to garden-scented mornings and easy access to Shanghai sights.

A business center and five meeting rooms support events and small conferences. Complimentary wired and wireless internet, lobby newspapers and concierge services keep work running smoothly; airport and train pick-up services and an area shuttle are available for a surcharge.

Dine in the garden-view restaurant and unwind at the bar — buffet breakfasts are offered for a fee. Expect MSG-free options, fresh breakfast staples like hand-ground soy-bean milk, and straightforward, home-style dishes that lean local.