On January,i had a business trip to Shanghai and stayed for three days. And, it is hard to find a satisfying hotel,especially the cheaper one.This issue didn't happen before for me.About this situation, i talked with local residence and hotel operators.They shared with me some informations on Shanghai Expo preparations. They told me some tourists have been to here and stayed shanghai. So, it is very strict on hotels supply.And the price is becoming high.
So, here i have a suggestion for this issue. The best way is getting some helps for local friends or local friendly residences. Find a friendly home and pay some money.This will sove the hotel problem when Shanghai Expo opens.
linton