Not motels in the sense of a ‘motoring hotel’, but nevertheless worthy of a proper mention, are the clean, simple and cheap Motel 168 (www.motel168.com) and Motel 268 chains that have swept through Shanghai. Motel 168 rooms were originally priced at ¥168 per night (hence the name) but they have improved their standards and raised their prices, which now average at about ¥348 for a double room. Motel 268 is often found next door to the 168s and offers a slightly more expensive but higher standard of accommodation. Call the reservations hotline on 400 820 7168 for further details.­­­­