"The hotel is located just across the road from Shanghai's municipal government building, the Shanghai History Museum, the Shanghai Grand Theatre. Shanghai Railway Station is located around 3 kms away. From its founding in the 1920's, the hotel has been rated as a one of Shanghai's landmarks and has hosted countless celebrities. Renovated in 2008, this air-conditioned establishment offers a range of features, including 182 guest rooms, a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, currency exchange services, WLAN Internet access and conference facilities. Many of the rooms also feature an excellent view of People's Square and its notable monuments. The ensuite bathrooms have a shower/bathtub and hairdryer, and the bedrooms are furnished with a double bed. The bar and restaurants provide guests with Chinese and Western-style cuisine and refreshments."