This was the best hotel on our recent tour with China Spree. Apparently the rooms have been recently upgraded to match the incredibly gorgeous public rooms. It is located so that you can easily stroll downtown to catch the local nightlife, or shop local shops. The included breakfast buffet offered something for every nationality, and served good coffee. The lobby bar in the evening was a fun place to grab a beer or an ice cream with friends.

Be aware that beds in Chinese hotels are EXTREMELY firm. To be honest though, after a couple nights we got used to it and found ourselves sleeping easily through the night with no muscle aches or pains. The ammenities here include toothbrushes, slippers, robes, bottled water and an inexpensive internet center in the main lobby.

What a gem. First stayed in this centrally located hotel in 1996... it was good. It has been remodeled and when we stayed there in June 2005 it was exceptional. I thought that it was the best hotel on our 21 day tour(#2 spot goes to the Chongquing Hilton). Rooms beautiful, service great and breakfast outstanding. Great location for exploring. Locals very friendly... and to think it is only about 65 miles or less from Shanghai. Our tour company picked a real winner. The tour company we used was also exceptional.
Hope to return to the Nanlin when go to the 2008 Olympics.