Shanghai - Hotels - BlackBook Guides

99 Madang Lu, Shanghai
877-875-5036

Andaz Shanghai

In keeping with the Andaz brand's established aesthetic inclinations, you won't find any glittering chandeliers here. Instead, the hotel's strikingly modern, latticed exterior-- said to be inspired... read more

No. 2, Zhong Shan Dong Yi Rd., Shanghai 200002
+86-21-6322-9988

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai On The Bund

The Waldorf Astoria in Shanghai continues the brand's love affair with the halcyon days of opulence. By restoring the neo-classical grandiosity of the old Shanghai Club, the hotel is a dazzling hom... read more

585 Zhong Shan Dong Er Rd., Shanghai 200010
+86-21-3302-9999

Hotel Indigo

Despite China's embrace of hotel grandiosity, the Indigo stands apart with its playful, relaxed modernism courtesy of Atlanta-based design superstars HBA> Even with Chinese-inspired lamps, rugs,... read more

Maojiayuan Rd., No 1-3, Shanghai 200011
+86-21-6080-2988

The Waterhouse at South Bund

While the rest of Shanghai pumps up the glamour, the Waterhouse at South Bund is smart to emphasize its low-key charm. With just 19 rooms, the lodging sits in striking contrast to the luxury behemo... read more

1 Fenyang Lu, Shanghai 200031
8621-5461-9898

Howard Johnson Huaihai Hotel

Forget those images of downbeat, edge-of-town HoJo hotels, the China franchise has upgraded the brand to sophisticated four-star status - albeit with a few China bling touches (think, bright neon l... read more

199 Huangpu Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6393-1234

Hyatt on the Bund

Opened in late 2007, this deluxe hotel from the Grand Hyatt stable occupies twin towers overlooking the Huangpu River. Located on the up-and-coming north Bund area, it sits next to the new Shanghai... read more

931 Nanjing Xi Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6217-9000

Jia Shanghai

Sassy, smart and sexy, Jia Shanghai is Yenn Wong’s follow-up boutique hotel to the original Hong Kong property designed by Philippe Starck. The location is super central, occupying a renovate... read more

399 Nanjing Xi Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 5359-4969

JW Marriott

Located on the upper floors of a landmark pyramidal tower on the edge of People’s Square, this is one of Shanghai’s leading corporate five-star abodes. A fine suite of meetings and conv... read more

68 Taicang Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 5382-1600

Lapis Casa

A short hop from Xintiandi, this rather offbeat hotel has chosen an unusual stylistic agenda: a Mediterranean-themed casa whose rooms are dressed with retro 1920s Shanghai furnishings and flourishe... read more

16, Lane 351 Huashan Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6248-6118

Old House Inn

Tucked down a narrow lane this tiny, super quaint boutique hotel is located in an old Shanghai house. The entire ambience is retro-deco Shanghai, with wooden floors, four-poster beds and 1930s-styl... read more

Shanghai Center, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6279-8888

Portman Ritz-Carlton

Something of a Puxi standard-setter, the Ritz-Carlton has long been a favored VIP and CEO hangout. To meet competition from the city’s new luxe lodgings, a multi-million-dollar overhaul of th... read more

78 Xingguo Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6212-9998

Radisson Plaza Xingguo

An underrated, often overlooked luxury option occupying a tree-filled former tycoon’s estate in Shanghai’s diplomatic quarter. The main tower is surrounded by elegant villas, and there ... read more

9 Lane 355 Jianguo Xi Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6471-9950

The Nine

There’s no website, no deluxe spa or fine-dining restaurant and it never advertises its services – but The Nine’s six rooms are always booked out weeks in advance. The hotel is tu... read more

30 Shaanxi South Road, Shanghai 200040
+86-216-247-8881

Hengshan Moller Villa

This extraordinary turreted Gothic mansion was built in 1936 by racing tycoon Eric Moller, allegedly to replicate a Disneyesque dream of his daughter. It has been comprehensively renovated since, b... read more

Changde Rd. , Shanghai 200040
021-32039999

The Puli Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel in the heart of JingAn District prides itself on offering the best "urban zen" experience in this bustlin' town. Not an easy feat, considering the proximity to nearby business and ente... read more

1555 Dingxi Rd., Changning District , Shanghai 200050
+86 21 6240 8888

New World Hotel

Coins itself the "home of modern Oriental hospitality." Overlooking the tranquil Zhongshan Park and adjacent to the former SEGA World (with its close followed multiple suicides) and the 10-story Ne... read more

82 Xinie Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 5403-9888

Mansion Hotel

This classical villa is laden with historical intrigue – being formerly owned by Big Ears Du, the Al Capone of 1930s Shanghai. Completely revamped, it is now a boutique heritage hotel set beh... read more

33 Fucheng Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 6882-8888

Pudong Shangri-La

Pudong’s finest is a glassy riverside hotel with close to one thousand rooms. It oozes five-star class, from the fine molecular gastronomy of the signature Jade on 36 restaurant to the immacu... read more

889 Dongfang Lu, Shanghai
(86-21) 5050-4567

St. Regis

Superbly managed five-star hotel in Pudong. The location is a little unfavorable for leisure travelers, but perfect for corporate vistors needing close access to the business districts and conventi... read more

Bund Center, 88 Henan Zhong Lu, Shanghai 200002
(86-21) 6335-1888

Westin

Rather quirky five-star hotel strategically sandwiched between People’s Square and The Bund. The tone is set by a funky lobby, featuring giant potted palms, a cantilevered glass staircase, an... read more