This charming business hotel, renovated in 2008, offers a new level of hospitality through an inspired mix of modern French style overlaid with traditional Chinese values. It comprises a total of 219 rooms over 23 floors and its upscale elegance combines with the utmost comfort to create an atmosphere that is as classy as it is cordial. The state-of-the-art facilities, coupled with attentive, personal service, make this the ideal choice for business and holiday travellers alike. This air-conditioned hotel has a lobby with a 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom and lift access. It also offers a hairdressing salon, a children's playground (for a fee), a café, a bar, a pub, a disco and 4 restaurants. Further amenities include, conference facilities, WLAN Internet access and, for a fee, room and laundry services and a car park.

The hotel is situated in the heart of the western district of Shanghai, close to the business and retail centre and just a few metro stops from the Bund. Zhongshan Park is less than 1 km from the hotel and Jingan Temple around 2 km. Hongqiao International Airport is about 15 minutes away and the journey to Pudong International Airport takes about 50 minutes.

The hotel's lively karaoke venue serves a full assortment of cocktails and refreshments to accompany guests' personal live entertainment. The Gran Bodega is an authentic Spanish restaurant offering 'Spanish cuisine at its best' as prepared by a talented chef from Barcelona. Together with selected Spanish wines, it is like bringing Spain to Shanghai. The Seisui Restaurant is an authentic Japanese restaurant specialising in sushi, traditional roasts and Japanese-style hotpot. The hotel offers all-inclusive packages. A continental breakfast buffet is available for breakfast while buffet, à la carte and set menu options are offered at lunch and dinner.