Da Zhong Airport Hotel is located on Yingbin Avenue, 6001, inside Shanghai Pudong Airport, a one-minute walk from the Pudong Terminal 1&2 metro station. Transit passengers and those with early morning flights or late-night arrivals stay here: the terminal is visible from the window, and it takes just a few minutes to walk to check-in. The hotel is large, with 712 rooms, divided into sections, and its decor evokes old China: vintage design and retro furniture that guests describe as nostalgic. From the windows of some rooms you can see the airport at night. Don’t expect luxury: it’s a three-star hotel with simple rooms and a practical range of services. But it does one thing perfectly: it saves time for those who need it most.
Pudong: Terminals, Museum & Magnetic Train
Shanghai Pudong Airport is the city’s main gateway, and the distance to the city center is significant. The Terminal 1&2 metro line connects the airport with the city, and there’s a stop for the maglev train nearby. Nearby you’ll find the Shanghai Pudong Airport Museum, a static aircraft exhibition area, and duty-free shops (LA MER, cdf). If you need to get to the center of the city, it will take a noticeable amount of time, so this hotel is best suited for transit.
- Terminal 1&2 metro — one minute walk.
- Shanghai Pudong Airport Museum — for long layovers.
- Static aircraft exhibition area — near the terminal.
- Duty free — shops in the terminal.
Travel tip: If you have a layover of more than eight hours, you can take the metro or maglev train to the city center. But allow extra time on your return journey for check-in and security checks. For transit through China, be sure to check visa requirements and any applicable visa waiver programs in advance. Try not to leave your trip into the city until the last minute: Pudong is vast, and morning security lines can be long. Leave your luggage at the hotel if you plan to retrieve it later, and only take essential documents with you.
Retro Interiors & Gym
The hotel has a gym that’s open during the day, a restaurant, taxi ordering service, and conference rooms. Two public parking lots, an electronic check-in reader, translation tools, and express check-in speed up the registration process. A non-smoking floor allows you to relax without any lingering odors. Laundry services are provided offsite, and CCTV is in operation in public areas.
- Gym
- Restaurant
- Two parking lots
- Non-smoking floor
- Express check-in
Rooms
Rooms range from 18 to 30 m²: queen-size bed or two single beds. The category names include “northern” and “southern” villas, so be sure to specify which building you need when booking.
Retro Style
The interior is designed in the style of vintage China and evokes nostalgia for some guests. This sets it apart from impersonal airport hotels.
Rooms
The hotel offers the following room categories:
- Room (queen-size bed, in the north building, special offer) — 18 sq m, 1 double bed. In the room: shower gel, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water, electric kettle.
- Standard room (two beds, in the northern building) — 20 m², 2 single beds. In the room: shower gel, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water, electric kettle.
- Upgraded room (two beds, in the northern building) — 20 m², 2 single beds. In the room: shower gel, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water, electric kettle.
- Standard Room (South Villa) — 28–30 m², 2 single beds. In the room: shower gel, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water, electric kettle.
- Double room (south) — 18 sq m, 1 queen-size bed. In the room: shower gel, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water, electric kettle.
- Superior standard room (south) — 28–30 m², 2 single beds. In the room: shower gel, sofa, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water.
- Business room (queen-size bed, in the northern building) — 25 sq m, 1 double bed. In the room: shower gel, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water, electric kettle.
- Room with a queen-size bed and a view (south). — 16 — 20 m², 1 queen-size bed. In the room: shower gel, sofa, writing desk, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers, bottled water.
Breakfast Downstairs and Terminal Cafes
The hotel has a restaurant where a breakfast buffet operates in the morning for an extra charge. Guests write that the selection is rich and the dishes are tasty. If you’re in a hurry, grab some food to go.
There are many cafes operating in Pudong terminals, and the choice becomes even wider after check-in. In the evening, there are almost no establishments outside the terminal area, so it’s best to plan dinner at the hotel or in the airport. If you arrived at night, stop by the 24-hour cafes on the first level of the terminal, and drink hot water at the hotel: this is a common way to relax after a flight in China.
Pros and Cons of Da Zhong Airport Hotel
What Guests Value
- Metro Terminal 1&2 within one minute, the terminal is within walking distance.
- The retro interior distinguishes the hotel from other airport hotels.
- Gym and non-smoking floor.
- Two parking lots for those arriving by car.
- Terminals and duty free shops are a few minutes away.
Things to Know in Advance
- Downtown Shanghai is far away.
- Breakfast is extra.
- Rooms are simple and small, from 18 m².
- The gym isn’t open 24 hours.
What Guests Mention
People most often write about the convenient location in the airport, the retro interior, and the gym. Criticism relates to the simplicity of the rooms.
How to Book Da Zhong Airport Hotel
Specify the building and bed type. Then enter your dates in the “Where to Book” block — the booking is processed in rubles.
