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Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New WorldvsMingtown Etour Youth Hostel

Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Mingtown Etour Youth Hostel scores slightly better than Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World. Mingtown Etour Youth Hostel has a TripExpert Score of 74 with positive reviews from 3 publications including Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Time Out.

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
7/10
No.88 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200003
From $88/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Opened in 2005, Shanghai's second Radisson hotel is a five-star outfit, but its service falls a little short of the service at top hotels in this category, such as the Westin and the JW Marriott." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Though the hotel caters primarily to business travelers, the suites—with huge living rooms, kitchen/dining rooms, and spacious baths—are convenient for families." Full review
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Time Out Time Out
"This hotel's trump card is its location. Handily situated on Nanjing Xi Lu, bang next to People's Square, it's a mere step away from the metro and a vast array of shops." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A new and swish venue that has quickly become popular, offering a convenient location right at the corner of bustling Nanjing Lu, and, in general, a slick upscale experience."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Classic elegance? No way, but the perch just north of People's Park is a highly prized plot."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"In the heart of Shanghai, right by People's Park, Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World is a towering upscale property with 520 rooms." Full review
Mingtown Etour Youth Hostel
7/10
No.55 JiangYin Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200003
From $0/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Air Conditioning
  • Baggage storage
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Time Out Time Out
"One of many Mingtown hostel locations across China, this one conveniently located adjacent to People's Square. Dorm beds start at 50RMB." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"This is the best of the cheapies, being very well located – tucked in the alleyway behind Tomorrow Square, right beside Renmin Park – yet quiet and surprisingly affordable."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"One of Shànghǎi’s best youth hostels, E-tour has a historic alleyway setting and pleasant rooms, some with reproduction antique furniture." Full review

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