Superior Double Room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Shanghai · Shanghai Municipality
Grand Skylight Gardens Hotel Shanghai Bai Se Road
A 4-star stay on the edge of the Shanghai Botanical Gardens, with direct garden access, a pool, and a golf course.
- Direct access to the Shanghai Botanical Gardens from the hotel grounds
- Indoor pool, fitness centre, sauna and golf course on site
- Breakfast buffet with Chinese and international dishes
7.7
Very good
19 reviews
Booking.com 7.7 · 19 reviews
About
Grand Skylight Gardens Hotel Shanghai Bai Se Road
Grand Skylight Gardens Hotel Shanghai Bai Se Road sits right next to the Shanghai Botanical Gardens, with a private door from the grounds into the gardens. It’s a 4-star property with a pool, fitness centre, sauna, tennis court and a golf course, so there’s plenty to fill a longer stay.
Rooms range from Standard Doubles and Twins to Deluxe Executive Queens, and come with air conditioning, heating and either a shower or bathtub. The hotel also runs a restaurant, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk with express check-in and out.
- Non-smoking property
- Free internet access
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Direct access to the Botanical Gardens — Guests can step straight from the hotel grounds into the Shanghai Botanical Gardens through a dedicated door, making it easy to explore the greenery without a detour.
- Spacious, clean rooms — Several reviewers called out the size of the superior rooms and the overall cleanliness of both rooms and public areas.
- Breakfast buffet with local and international options — The buffet – praised for its variety – covers both Chinese and international dishes, giving guests a solid start to the day.
- Friendly, helpful staff — Guests noted the efficient, smiling service, and at least two reviewers were surprised with a birthday cake during their stay.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Far from the city centre — The hotel sits on the edge of the Botanical Gardens, a long way from Shanghai’s main attractions. Guests mention buses, trains, and taxis as the way in, and the journey can take close to an hour.
- Higher rates at the front desk — Direct bookings come at a premium – guests who reserved through a travel website found significantly better value, with no cancellation charge.
- English is limited — Staff speak mainly Chinese, which may be a hurdle for some international visitors, though reviewers noted it didn’t dampen the experience.
- Low overall guest rating — The property’s aggregate rating sits at 7.7 from 19 reviews, below the Shanghai area average of 8.2, and individual scores vary from 5 to 10.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Double or Twin Room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room Bath
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Executive Queen Room
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Superior Twin Room
Standard Twin Room
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Wellness & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Golf course
- Tennis court
- Horseback riding
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Fine dining
- Buffet breakfast
- Continental breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Coffee shop
- BBQ facilities
Business & Convenience
- Business centre
- Business services
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Car hire
- Bicycle hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Turndown service
- Ironing facilities
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Direct dial telephone
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.7/10 from 19 reviews
Booking.com · 7.7 · 19 reviews
7.7Verified guest“Great stay overall. Facilities were top-notch, and the breakfast buffet was a highlight. Staff were friendly and even brought a birthday cake as a surprise. Rooms and public areas stayed clean. Location worked well – right beside the Shanghai Botanical Gardens, with direct access from the hotel grounds. Also handy for the airport.”
7.7Verified guest“Room was spotless and comfortable. Good location, and taxis were always easy to find. The restaurant was solid and reasonably priced. Staff were polite and smiling. English was limited, but that’s expected in China. A quiet hotel.”
7.7Verified guest“Location is a bit away from the main sights, but free Wi-Fi was a bonus.”
7.7Verified guest“Plenty of dining spots nearby – Jixiang Wonton, about a 10-minute walk, was a great local find. We loved exploring the area’s food.”
7.7Verified guest“Really close to a beautiful botanical garden, only 3 km away, and the airport is about 20 km out – easy to reach.”
7.7Verified guest“It’s far from the centre, but the hotel sits right at the edge of the Botanical Garden, which you can enter from the grounds, and two bus stops are almost at the door. The superior rooms are genuinely spacious.”
04 — Location
Getting around Shanghai
The property sits in Shanghai.
Shanghai Botanical Gardens: The hotel sits right beside the gardens, with direct access from the grounds – guests can wander in and out at will.
Chocolate Happy Land: About 7 km from the hotel, this natural attraction is a short drive away.
Local dining: Jixiang Wonton, around a 10-minute walk, was singled out by a guest as a great spot for local cuisine.
100 Bai Se Road, Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200231, China
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 131 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, on-site parking is available.
Does the hotel allow pets?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
The hotel offers both continental and buffet breakfast options – the buffet is mentioned as a highlight in guest reviews. Whether it’s included depends on your rate plan.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool.
How far is the hotel from the airport?
Guests mention it’s about 20 km from the airport, and around 7 km from attractions like Chocolate Happy Land.
The bottom line
A solid 4-star choice for travellers who want to be close to the greenery of the Shanghai Botanical Gardens and don’t mind being out of the city centre. The spacious rooms, friendly staff and breakfast buffet are consistent highlights, but budget extra time and money if you plan to explore central Shanghai.
7.7Best for garden lovers and those with a car or flexible schedule.
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