The East China Hotel (Huadong Dajiudian) is located near the railway station, enjoying convenient transportation facilities for those travelling in or out by rail. The stations is only a 2 minute walk away, as is the nearest subway station with direct links to the city. This is about a 15 minute drive from Hongqiao Airport. The East China Hotel has 328 various standard rooms, including deluxe rooms and suites, all equipped with satellite TV, IDD, air conditioning and mini bar. Four different restaurants here serve Shanghai, Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine. Guests can also enjoy the European style bar. The luxurious multifunction hall can hold 400 people, suitable for international conferences, exhibitions and various banquets or cocktails. Other facilities include a business centre, ticket reservation office, shopping arcade, beauty salon, night club, gymnasium and sauna.