Always thought Shanghai had too many forgettable hotels and not enough accommodation for travelling on a shoestring? Welcome to Snail's Place -- set in the heart of the city (near Nanjing Xilu), convenient to the subway, buses and eating places, it offers new facilities in a renovated turn of the century mansion! Run by a group of Australians. Beds cost 50 Yuan per night. Opening on September 20-just in time for the Grand Prix! Taking reservations now!

Tell your friends who are coming to Shanghai! Those who want to work in return for accommodation are welcome! Just reply to this message or write to: hotmail.com|wwei_clei