When looking for a short weekend getaway from Shanghai, the Jiangsu province in China makes for the top-most choice for most travellers. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this province is rich in natural beauty, with elaborate waterways, enchanting gardens, historical-charm, art-culture, pagodas, and the grand canal. You could be travelling here for business or leisure. This is going to be the most memorable trip of your life. Whether you choose to stay in Jiangsu, or in Suzhou, or Shanghai and commute to your favourite place, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in and around Jiangsu province.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Experience living in Suzhou, Pingjiang Road
This listing is a private room in a house located on the second floor of an old-fashioned high rise Republic of China building in Suzhou. The exterior of the building hasn’t been changed ever since it was constructed during the pre-liberation era. The house is newly renovated in 2011 and has all modern amenities. The common amenities in the house include a bathroom with hot water, spacious living room with 40-inch TV, high-speed Wifi, two washing machines, a well-furnished kitchen, and a small meditation room. The room offers utmost privacy and complete security as it is next to a police station.
Suzhou, Jiangsu, ChinaSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the bedroom is cozy and the bathroom is standardized to fit our needsCleanliness:
this place is wonderful the room was nicely decorated clean and had everything i neededHost:
other then the host the room is nicely decorated bed is comfyRead more reviewsLocation:
location wise is good directly opposite the central business area
2. French concession garden
This is a unique two-storey loft located on the Thai Condominium Taiyuan road, near the Shanghai Conservatory of Music. The superhost has designed this loft as a blend of classical Chinese and latest Western style. There’s antique furniture, totem decor, artistic interior, and bold use of colours here and there to lighten up the entire mood of the place. The tall windows and the entry door open up towards a small garden which receives ample sunlight throughout the day. So, even in winters, you get plenty of natural light and warmth. What makes this place truly unique is its location and a wide range of amenities such as - TV, internet, fridge, oven, water heater, washing machine, kitchen, bathroom, etc.
Shanghai, ChinaAccommodates: 3
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nice amenities in the toiletthe apartment is perfectly proportioned and has everything you needbeautiful downtown apartment in the quiet historical french concessionbed is really firm (gf didn't like it) but i enjoyed itCleanliness:
but; cheap clean cosycoco's place was very clean and lovely just like the pictureshouse was very clean when i arrived and coco was very responsive to my messagesHost:
the host is nice and helpfulthe host is nice and helpfulthe host is really nice to welcome me even made wrong reservationfrank the host was really responsive and nicecoco is a friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellent and close to public transportvery good location to experience shanghainese real lifesafe and quiet locationthe house is in a very good location in shanghaihouse is located close to the street easy to find
3. Studio French concession, 5 minutes to subway
This self-contained studio apartment is nestled in an old bungalow in the historical neighbourhood of Shanghai. This is a quaint apartment with plenty of amenities in the neighbourhood including the subway, convenience stores, popular restaurants, and happening nightlife in the heart of Shanghai. It can comfortably accommodate two adults, so it is a preferred rental by solo travellers and couples travelling for business or leisure.
Shanghai, ChinaAccommodates: 2
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the only suggestion is to make the bed softer ;) great staygreat to have cable tv wifi fresh drinking water tea and biscuitsplease kindly upgrade tv for the next future guestsi think if we left the window open the room would have been nicerthe street turns quiet at night allowing a very comfortable sleepCleanliness:
the flat was nice and cleanit's clean and cosy with everything i neededthe studio was clean very stylish and comfortablethe apartment was clean and the ayi came a few times throughout my staythe apartment is exactly how faye describes- small stylish clean and well-maintainedHost:
she was very helpfulthe host will make sure your self check in goes smoothlythe appartement is perfect and the host reacts quicklyfaye was very helpfulthe host was absolutely fantastic providing quick responses and suggestions to all my queriesRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great which is 8 mins walk to mrt stationbest location with best experienceregarding location is awesome very close to the subway and walking distance to almost everythingwalk distance to several good western restaurantswe enjoyed the location in french concession
4. Oriental studio at Nanjing Road, 3 minutes to subway
Situated in a historical building constructed in the 1920s, this exquisite Oriental studio is perfect for solo travellers or a couple. It is beautifully furnished like a five-star hotel room, replete with a modern kitchen, bathroom, living area, and bedroom. This studio is centrally located on Nanjing West Road and is steps away from the public transport, offices, convenience stores, tourist sites, and restaurants. The real cherry on the cake is that this studio is available for an unbeatable price. Without squeezing your budget, you get to stay in a spacious studio at a prominent location in Shanghai.
Shanghai, ChinaAccommodates: 2
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air conditioner works very well and this helps a lot during the cold daysthe apt isn't that big as we thought but it's well designed very cozy and cleanplace is spacious for a studio clean wifi working bed comfortable even a nice working tableroom was great tasty decotation and super convenient location especially 1930's historical building apsolutely worthythe bed is a little hard(not actual mattress) that we couldn’t sleep very wellCleanliness:
clean and beautifulthe apartment is clean and comfortablea clean and neat placecomfortable clean organizedroom is very clean and comfortableHost:
faye was a great hostshe was very responsive and very accommodating to our requestsfaye was helpful and quick to replyfaye gave us excellent recommendations and was a responsive hostthe hosts are so kind and thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location classic shanghai lane housethe location is amazinggreat location in shanghaithe location was excellentgreat location and cozy room
5. Great balcony room at the heart of XinTianDi
Enjoy your stay in this lovely private room with balcony on the 20th floor of a building in the heart of the city of Shanghai. Not only will you get to stay in the best location, merely 2 minutes from the metro station near XinTianDi, but you also get the exciting skyline view from your private balcony in your bedroom. There’s also a table and chair set on the balcony for you to grab your choice of drink and spend some time at leisure. Apart from the usual amenities, this apartment also offers free washer, dryer, and printer. You don’t need to worry about laundry, and you can take a printout in case of an emergency.
Shanghai, ChinaAccommodates: 2
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room has a nice balcony with viewthe room is nice and the balcony view is terrificthe room is very comfortable with amenities and a nice balconythe view from the room is fantasticwe had the room with the balcony which was lovely and comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and the bed is very comfortablebathroom and overall cleanliness: the common areas are generally pretty cleanapartment itself is very clean and invitingand room is clean and comfortablethe room was clean and very comfortableHost:
friendly host and quick to responsearcher was a great hosthosts are very nice that makes me feel at homearcher is a great hostarcher is a awesome hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is the bestbest central location very near metrothe location was fantasticthe location is pretty good it's convenient to get to anywhere cause the subway station is so nearlocation is great right next to subway station and walking distance to shopping malls and restaurant
6. Shanghai home
This studio apartment is perfect for a family of four in a high-rise building. It has an ensuite bathroom, kitchen, two beds - king-sized, and a sofa bed respectively. This designer apartment is brightly lit, spacious, and will make for an unforgettable staycation in Shanghai. The studio is fully furnished and has all amenities such as washing machine, hairdryer, refrigerator, humidifier, speaker, microwave, air conditioning, fan, towel, etc. You will instantly fall in love with this place and feel at home!
Shanghai, ChinaTop guest reviews
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nice apartment with good viewthe apartment is very cozy and the views from the window are amazingif you are lucky enough and this room is available - go for itgood working heater which is even better than hotel’s onethanks to jeka the apartment was very easy to findCleanliness:
super clean and neatthe room is clean and clean which is very comfortablethe appartment is nice and clean and well equippedgreat neighborhood and clean apartment - two prerequisites for a wonderful staythe place is very clean and situated near the bundHost:
the host is very kind and helpfulnice place with nice ownerhost is super responsive and helpful :)the host is thoughtful and prepared some snacksour hosts were delightful and helpful in every wayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was greata lovely place very close to the bundgreat location and perfect studio for shanghailocation is very convenience:) nice placethis place is ideal
7. Temple duplex house loft with a movie screening room
This loft-style duplex is located within 5 minutes’ walking distance from the best area in Shanghai. It is clean, modern, and aesthetically pleasing. You are going to love its retro charm, and the cozy bedroom and bathroom. The hosts have very smartly utilised the place to squeeze in as many amenities as possible without making it look cluttered and at the same time, making you wonder in awe at how brilliantly the place has been set up! The kitchen, living area, bathroom, and bedroom can make for an ideal staycation for a couple. Since the bedroom is upstairs, guests with mobility problems may find it slightly inconvenient, so it is better to choose another listing from this page.
Shanghai, ChinaTop guest reviews
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pretty nice place to stay like the open kitchen and living room very muchCleanliness:
room is clean and have everything requiredthe loft is nicely renovated and clean2 the room is large high and cleanHost:
wonderful host and stylish spacejing was very responsive and helpfulgreat hosts as wellthanks so much for the nice hostgreat host and 5 star accommodation - very stylish interiorRead more reviewsLocation:
very nice apartment very central locationnice little loft at the heart of jing’an close to everything5 min walking distance to the best area in shanghaigreat instructions and exciting location but nice and quiet from roadnice room with convenient location july is also very friendly strongly recommend
8. Loft with large swing garden near the Shanghai Library
With Airbnb, you can find such beautiful places to make yourself feel at home while on a vacation in a foreign land. This picture perfect two-storey loft seems like a romantic movie set. It is often booked by artists for commercial shooting. Situated in the French Concession gardens, there is an unexplored small forest nearby. There’s an exclusive garden on the property with a large swing and outdoor tables with chairs which. There is a queen size bed and a single air mattress which can comfortably sleep three adults. There’s also a projector provided in the loft room so you can enjoy screening your favourite movies and spend some romantic time.
9. River-view landscape house on the top floor
There can be nothing better than staying on the top floor of a high-rise in Shanghai. This listing is a studio apartment in a building located at the intersection of Huangpu and Suzhou River, close to the Bund, Nanjing, and Sichuan Road. This studio can comfortably accommodate three guests in its attic bed and sofa bed. The apartment is brightly lit and has french windows overlooking the cityscape offering majestic views of the Huangpu river, cruise, and the Oriental Pearl TV tower. There’s also a well-furnished fully equipped kitchen, modern bathroom, and living area. Despite being the top-floor of the building, going up to the terrace or outside the window is prohibited. If you are not in the mood to cook, the building itself contains many popular western and eastern restaurants and an air bar.
10. Flat next to Yongkang Lu
Make yourself at home in this simple flat located next to the Yongkang Lu in a traditional Shanghai neighbourhood in the French Concession close to Line 1/10. This is a standard size apartment with a queen size bed in the bedroom, sofa bed in the living area, furnished kitchenette with all cooking appliances, a modern bathroom, and a beautiful little balcony with ample daylight. As you can see in its photos, the flat is fully equipped and has all amenities such as WiFi, TV, washing machine, air conditioner, and heater at your disposal for your entire duration of stay.
Enjoy true Chinese hospitality!
When you’re planning a trip to any famous Chinese city, you can use it as an opportunity to learn more about their art, culture, language, or just enjoy the cityscapes, natural beauty replete with mountains and rivers, and experience their lovely hospitality. They are wonderful hosts with warm and welcoming nature that you will always feel at home! Nothing can be better than Airbnb if you want to opt for the best staycation like a local! Happy travelling!
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