33 Best Hotels in Shanghai, China

Name: Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Address: 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, Shanghai, Shanghai Shi, 200000, China
Telephone: 021-6322–9988
Price range: $$$$
Location: The Bund

Shanghai's stature as China's business capital hasn’t stopped it from catering both to business and leisure travelers, especially with its handful of boutique hotels. Business hotels can be divided into two categories: modern Western-style properties, with all the latest amenities, and older hotels built during the city's glory days. The latter make up for a lack of service, modern fixtures, and convenient facilities with an abundance of charm, tradition, and history.

Judging by the number of international chain hotels in Shanghai, the city has proven just how much it has opened to the outside world. Many aren't merely hotels; they're landmarks on the Shanghai skyline. Even the historic properties feel the pressure to update their rooms and facilities.

Shanghai may have an excellent subway system and cheap, plentiful taxis, but if you want to take full advantage of the city's popular sights, restaurants, and nightlife, opt to stay in downtown Puxi, incorporating the quiet, leafy green Former French Concession, the historic Bund promenade, and the bustling shopping street of Nanjing Dong Lu. From these neighborhoods you'll have easy access to the rest of Shanghai.

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund

$$$$ | 2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu, Shanghai, 200000, China

The fact that one part of this Bund-side hotel occupies what was once the Shanghai Club contributes to its history-steeped, picture-perfect elegance: from the moment you step inside, you'll be dazzled by the marble flooring and crystal chandeliers. If you can, splurge on one of the luxurious and very spacious heritage suites—you won't be disappointed.

The Waterhouse at South Bund

$ | No. 1--3 Maojiayan Lu, Shanghai, 200000, China

Aesthetics dominate at this hotel in a converted, 1930s warehouse—designed by local architecture champions Neri & Hu—and though rooms might feel too minimalist for some, there's no arguing that they aren't beautiful in their simplicity. The modern French restaurant in the hotel is excellent in its own right.

The Westin Bund Center Shanghai

$$ | 88 Henan Zhong Lu, Shanghai, 200002, China

With its distinctive room layouts, glittering glass staircase, and 90-plus works of art on display, the Westin Shanghai is a jewel on the Bund. Crowne Deluxe rooms are miniature suites; sliding doors divide the sitting area, bathroom, and bedroom. Luxurious amenities include rain-forest showers, extra deep tubs, and Westin's trademark Heavenly Beds.

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