Originally Posted by Newburg
Shanghai: Second Moondog's advice re staying in the Puxi side of the river, as opposed to the Pudong side. As to hotel, I recommend Four Seasons. The Bed & Breakfast rate on their website is USD 205 for week-ends and USD 229 weekdays. Beats Portman RC hands-down in ambience IMO.
those rates are negotiable. if you like to work out, the portman is better.