Jin Jiang Metropole Hotel

About Jin Jiang Metropole Hotel

Metropole htl with 141 rooms, first opened in 1930, it was distinctive - even among the lavish foreign-styled buildings of the day. The Metropole Hotel - Shanghai, is a chance to walk in history. Boasting a spectacular location, splendid facilities and a heritage dating back to the 1930s and attracting visitors from the world over this unique hotel holds a very special place in the history of Shanghai. The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Shanghai - the Bund to the east (a short five minute walk away), the Yu Garden to the south, the Peoples Square to the west and the Nanjing Pedestrian Shopping Street to the north. It is also ideally located only 5km from Shanghai Railway Station, 18km from the Hongqiao Airport and 30km from the Pudong Airport. The hotel was built by the Chairman of the Jewish Federation *Mr. Saxon* in 1930, and was originally a birthday present for his favorite daughter. Architecturally, the building stands out from the crowd, its' semi-round tower rising above the surrounding buildings. The hotel's designer, Ladislas Hudec, is best known for designing another Jin Jiang Hotel the world famous *Peace Hotel* in Shanghai. The hotel provides 141 spacious guest rooms and suites. All suites and deluxe rooms include personal computer, LCD TV, Hi Speed broadband and safe-deposit box. Recreational facilities include a sauna and beauty salon. Be it business or pleasure that brings you to this fast paced city The Metropole Hotel offers you a piece of history in modern Shanghai.

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