Hotel Information: Host to such events as the APEC Economic Leaders` Meeting, this convention hotel is noted for its futuristic globe structures. Inside, orange lighting reflected on beige marble floors and pillars adds warmth to the quiet lobby, through which mostly business and convention guests pass via gold-framed doors. The lobby continues into a four-story atrium that houses a lobby bar where a mix of business guests and holidaymakers gather and listen to tunes from the electric piano.

Amenity highlights: The Oriental Riverside Hotel offers a generous mix of convention, business, and recreational facilities. Large halls, small function rooms, and an auditorium are found in its connecting convention center. Recreational facilities include a six-lane bowling alley, billiards, and miniature golf. A circular swimming pool, tennis courts, and a fitness center are also available. Business travelers are catered for with an 80-square-meter (861-square-foot) business center, and wireless Internet access in most public areas.

Insider tip: The 648-meter (402-mile) Bund Sightseeing Tunnel sits just across from the hotel and connects the north side of Chen Yi Square to Pudong. It is China’s first cross-river artificial sightseeing tunnel. In the tunnel are photos and information about China’s people, history, culture, science, technology, and natural scenery.

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Rooms

The Oriental Riverside Hotel’s 260 guestrooms have large windows offering views of the city, gardens, or river. Bathrooms have marble sink tops, telephones, and separate bathtubs and showers. Cable TVs are complemented by high-speed Internet access (surcharge).

Room Amenities

• Internet access - high speed
• Premium TV channel(s)
• Cable/satellite TV
• Hypo-allergenic bedding available
• Complimentary newspaper
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Internet access - surcharge
• Voice mail
• Bottled water in room (complimentary)
• Minibar
• Coffee/tea maker
• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping
• Turndown service
• Bathroom telephone

• Bathrobes
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Massage - available in room
• Sewing kit
• Slippers
• Separate bathtub and shower
• Bathroom scale
• Extra towels/bedding in room
• Handheld shower
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe
• Window opens
• Desk
• Rollaway beds
• Cribs (infant beds) available
• Smoking rooms

Recreation

Oriental Riverside Hotel Shanghai has an extensive range of recreational facilities including a 60-square-meter (646-square-foot) fitness center with treadmills, stair machines, stationary bikes, and a free-weights area. There is also a fitness testing room where trainers help assess personal fitness for guests; surcharges apply. A recreational center in the hotel offers a six-lane bowling alley (per-person, per-game surcharges apply), two billiard tables, and a miniature golf range (per-person, per-game surcharges apply). The recreational center is open from Noon to midnight. A round indoor pool in the glass dome structure of the hotel is heated during winter for year round use. Separate saunas for male and female guests, along with use of fitness center and pool, are complimentary. There are also two outdoor tennis courts.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• Golf - miniature on site
• Swimming on site
• Tennis on site

Property Amenities

The Oriental Riverside Hotel has large halls, small function rooms, and an auditorium in its connecting convention center. Wireless Internet access is available in its business center, convention center, restaurant, and lobby. On-site shopping comprises a traditional Chinese clothing shop, sundries store, and gift/souvenir shop. Beauty services such as facials, nail care, and hair styling are also available. Among the recreational facilities are an indoor pool, tennis courts, gymnasium, health club, miniature golf, billiards, and six-lane bowling alley.

Self parking:
Free for hotel guests. Some of the parking lots are underground, some are outdoors.
Fees do not include tax and are subject to change without prior notice.

The hotel’s connecting convention center, which hosts key events in Shanghai, draws mostly business and convention travelers. Convention facilities range from large halls for up to 3,000 people, to small function rooms for 40. Wireless Internet access is available in most of the hotel’s public areas. A business center provides secretarial support.

Business center: The 80-square-meter (861-square-foot) business center has two computers with high-speed Internet access (surcharge), a meeting table for 10 people, upholstered sofas, and a limited library. Business services include the following:
Photocopying: RMB3 (US$0.50) per A4-sized page
Typing: RMB50 (US$6) per page
Outgoing local fax: RMB3 (US$0.50) per page
Laser printing: RMB5–RMB15 (US$0.60–US$2) per A4-sized page
Computer rental: RMB70 (US$5–$10) for 30 minutes
Fee(s) subject to change without notice.

Internet access: Wireless Internet access is available in the business center, conference areas, restaurants, and lobby. Charges are RMB2 (US$0.25) per minute, or RMB120 (US$15) per day. Fee(s) subject to change without notice.

Conference/function room(s): The hotel is connected to the Shanghai International Convention Center. It has four large halls ranging from 850 square meters (9,100 square feet) to 2,090 square meters (23,000 square feet). There is also an auditorium for up to 800. Three other smaller halls at 380 square meters (4,090 square feet) can sit up to 250 people each. Its ballroom is 4,400 square meters (47,000 square feet). Another nine function rooms range in size from 40–144 square meters (430–1,550 square feet).

• Swimming pool - indoor
• Massage - treatment room(s)
• Sauna
• Concierge desk
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Health club
• Fitness equipment
• Bar/lounge
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Coffee shop or café
• Room service (24 hours)
• Parking (free)
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Parking (secure)
• Ballroom(s)
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Business center
• Banquet facilities
• Exhibit space
• Conference room(s)
• Event catering
• Audio-visual equipment
• Secretarial services
• Internet access in public areas - surcharge

• Business services
• Internet access - wireless
• 24-hour front desk
• Porter/bellhop
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Security guard
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Multilingual staff
• Number of rooms: 260
• Number of floors: 10
• Hair salon
• ATM/banking
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Shopping on site
• Tour assistance
• Currency exchange
• Beauty services
• Medical assistance available
• Dry cleaning service
• Shoe shine
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Elevator/lift
• Wedding services
• Airport transportation (surcharge)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Location Details

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Approximate travel time is 45 minutes and distance is 40 km (25 miles).

Getting there: The best way to the hotel is by taxi. Limousine transportation (surcharge) can also be arranged by the hotel with 24 hours notice.

Getting around: The Oriental Riverside Hotel is just 100 meters/yards from the Lùjiazu metro station, which connects Pudong to Puxi (West Shanghai). Taxis are also easily available from the hotel entrance.

Taxi details

Approximate travel time from the airport to the hotel: 45 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): 120 RMB (US$5–$15)

Instructions: Taxis are easily available at the airport. Travelers are advised to take metered taxis and those with official endorsements. Touts (unofficial taxis) abound and will usually charge a flat fee. If possible, get a copy of the hotel name written in Chinese to show the taxi drivers, many of whom do not speak anything other than Mandarin.

Hotel-arranged limousine details

Travel time from the airport to the hotel: 45 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): RMB 575 (US$36+) per trip.

Instructions/details: Guests must contact the hotel 24 hours prior to arrival in order to give the staff an estimated time of arrival. Hotel contact information will be included in the reservation confirmation for bookings via this Web site.

Dining

Asia Hall - Offers traditional Chinese fare in an à la carte menu, with Shanghainese cuisine a specialty. Circular room offers 360-degree views of the Bund and the Huang Pu River through full-length windows. Chinese décor details include traditional Chinese wall paintings, red lanterns, and cornices. Sits 180 people, and has private dining rooms for smaller groups. Open for lunch and dinner from late morning till night.

Martignon - Ground-level restaurant serving Western food with an emphasis on French cuisine. Classic fine-dining table settings. Chairs have gold engraving and legs with gold tips. Heavy drapes are pulled back with tassels to reveal garden views. Extensive wine list accompanies menu by French chef. A fireplace and Renaissance paintings in ornate frames complete the look. Open for lunch and dinner from afternoon till night.

Riverside Hall - A 24-hour restaurant on the first floor. Chinese and international cuisine offered buffet style for breakfast and lunch. À la carte menu also available 24 hours daily. Full-length windows let in natural light and offer views of surrounding greenery. Buffet spread is lined against the walls; a large space in the middle serves as dining hall.

Moon River Bar - Top-floor bar features dome-shaped glass ceiling and offers panoramic views of the Bund and the river. Cocktail tables and chairs scattered throughout. Menu includes cocktail drinks, light finger foods, and other alcoholic beverages. Open from late afternoon till past midnight.

The Color 1930 band, comprising of six veteran bandsmen offer classical songs from the 30s and 40s. The band plays daily from 9 PM to 10 PM.

Lobby Bar - Located in the atrium. Round upholstered seats, warm orange lighting, and large indoor plants provide a soothing setting. Serves light snacks including sandwiches, cakes, and alcoholic beverages. An electric grand piano provides music. Live pianist plays for four hours in the afternoon. Opens from morning till late night.

Address

No. 2727, Riverside Ave., Pu Dong

Shanghai,

China

Nearest major airport:

Shanghai, China (SHA-Hongqiao)

Area:

Pudong (District), Shanghai, China