Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai — a hotel at the intersection of Xinjin and Changshan Roads in the Huangpu district, near Nanjing Road and the Bund. The Xinjin metro station is a four-minute walk away, so getting here with luggage from the airport or train station isn’t difficult. The main focus here isn’t luxury, but the view: guests report that the upper floors offer panoramic views of the Huangpu River, the Bund, and the Suzhou Canal, especially beautiful at night. The hotel is large, with 181 rooms, restaurants, cafes, robots, and a business center. It’s suitable for both business travelers and tourists whose itinerary includes walking along Nanjing Road, strolling along the embankment, and visiting museums. Nearby is also Shanghai Railway Station, which is convenient to reach by high-speed train.

Xinjin: Between Shanghai Train Station and the Bund

The Huangpu district is the historical center of Shanghai. From the hotel to Xinjin metro station it’s about 260 meters, and from there subway lines branch out across the city. Nanjing Road, the Bund, and a shopping mall are nearby, as are the Natural History Museum and the Sihang Warehouse Battle Memorial. Shanghai Railway Station is just a few stops away. In the evenings, locals stroll along the Suzhou Canal, and in the surrounding old quarters, shikumen houses with narrow alleyways have been preserved.

  • Nanjing Road — a pedestrian shopping street.
  • The Bund (Wai Tan) — an embankment with historic buildings and views of Pudong.
  • Sihang Warehouse Battle Memorial — the site of the 1937 defense on the canal bank.
  • Xintiandi — quarters with cafes and boutiques.

Travel tip: The best time to visit Shanghai is April–May and October–November. The Bund is best enjoyed in the evening when the lights come on. Weekdays are less crowded, weekends see the embankment packed, so arrive early.

Robots, a Restaurant, and Business Services

The hotel caters to different guests. There’s a restaurant and cafe, a gym, a lobby bar, room service, service robots, luggage storage, concierge services, VIP check-in, express check-in, translation devices, and a document scanner. For business guests, there’s a business center, conference hall, and secretarial services. Water filters, humidifiers, and ventilation have been installed.

  • Restaurant, cafe, and lobby bar
  • Gym
  • Service robots and luggage storage
  • Business center and conference hall
  • Non-smoking floors

Views from the Windows

The main draw is the view. The upper-floor windows overlook the Huangpu River, the Bund, and the Suzhou Creek – the panorama is beautifully illuminated at night. If a view is important to you, request a higher floor room.

Baths

Guests mention large baths with a view, but it’s best to check the room composition in the offer for your dates.

Buffet and Evening Food

The continental buffet combines European and Chinese dishes; the selection is simple but sufficient. Most guests enjoy breakfast, which is convenient for early excursions.

In the evening, head to the areas around Nanjing Road and the Bund: you can find shao mai (shēngjiàn), noodles, soup dumplings, and Shanghai sweets there. It’s nice to have tea by the riverbank and watch the lights. For a quick breakfast, stop at a bakery on your way to the metro: hot steamed baozi with meat or vegetables are inexpensive and perfect before a long walk.

Hotel Pros & Cons

What Guests Appreciate

  • Four minutes’ walk to Xinjiazhuang Metro Station.
  • Night views of the Huangpu River, the Bund, and the Suzhou Creek.
  • Nanjing Road, the Bund, and the train station are nearby.
  • Gym, restaurant, and robots.
  • Non-smoking floors and business services.

Things to Know in Advance

  • Nanjing Road and the Bund can be very crowded on weekends.
  • City noise: the hotel is located at a busy intersection.
  • The view depends on the floor and room category.
  • There’s no information about room sizes; you need to check the offer.

What Guests Typically Write

Guests most often praise the location, river views, cleanliness, courteous staff, and breakfast. They note the nearby metro station. Dissatisfied guests write about the noise.

How to Book Kingtown Hotel Plaza Shanghai

For a river view, request a higher floor room. Select your dates in the “Where to Book” block and complete the booking in rubles; you’ll see the payment method on the final step.