The Sukhothai Shanghai, ShanghaiThe Sukhothai Shanghai in Shanghai, China has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 21 of 420 hotels we score in Shanghai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction: Booking.com 4.2, Tripadvisor 4.7. Rooms from about $285 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Sukhothai Shanghai is a contemporary boutique hotel located in the Jing'an district near Nanjing Road West. It serves business travellers and shoppers seeking a central base in a major commercial area. The guest rooms feature a minimalist design and include amenities such as air conditioning, minibars, and room service. On-site facilities consist of an indoor swimming pool, a dedicated wellness floor with a sauna, a gym, and a yoga suite. Guests can dine at the Italian restaurant, La Scala. While the hotel offers high-end service and award-winning design, the pricing starts at $285 per night, which may suit specific budgets.What stands out

Minimalist designer interiors

Central Jing'an location

On-site Italian restaurant

Comprehensive wellness facilities

Watch out for

Higher starting price point

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