Shanghai
The Peninsula Shanghai
Highlights
- Prime Bund location with Huangpu River & skyline views
- 235 rooms & suites with bespoke luxury design
- Marble bathrooms with rainfall showers & deep soaking tubs
- Multiple dining venues, including a rooftop bar with panoramic views
- Spa with treatments blending regional traditions & modern wellness
- Heated indoor pool, fitness center & steam baths
Arrival & Location
Standing proudly on the Bund, The Peninsula Shanghai commands views across the Huangpu River to the glittering towers of Pudong. Its location bridges old and new — the stately colonial facades of the waterfront promenade on one side, and the futuristic skyline on the other. Crossing into the hotel, the rhythm of the city recedes into a world of polished marble, warm light, and an understated grandeur that sets the tone for the stay.
Architecture & Interiors
The hotel’s design reimagines 1920s Art Deco elegance for the modern traveler. Gleaming bronze details, geometric motifs, and soaring ceilings echo Shanghai’s golden era, while contemporary touches create an atmosphere of timeless refinement. Rooms and suites are spacious and richly appointed: floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of the Bund or Pudong, while lacquered woods, plush textiles, and marble baths with deep soaking tubs invite guests to linger. Quietly integrated technology ensures comfort is seamless, allowing the craftsmanship and ambiance to take center stage.
Dining & Leisure
Dining at The Peninsula Shanghai reflects the city’s cosmopolitan spirit. Yi Long Court presents refined Cantonese cuisine in a space lined with traditional screens and modern artistry. Sir Elly’s offers contemporary European dishes, paired with one of the city’s most striking rooftop terraces overlooking the river. The Lobby remains a Shanghai institution, where afternoon tea is served beneath soaring ceilings and chandeliers — a ritual as much about atmosphere as it is about delicate pastries and fine teas. Evenings find their rhythm in the Compass Bar, where rare whiskies and creative cocktails accompany live music and views of the illuminated Bund.
Wellness, Service & Essence
The hotel’s wellness spaces provide a serene counterpoint to the energy outside. The Peninsula Spa combines advanced treatments with time-honored traditions, complemented by an indoor swimming pool bathed in natural light from river-facing windows. A modern fitness center and tranquil relaxation lounges further encourage balance. Service throughout is discreet and anticipatory, every detail quietly managed before a request is spoken. At The Peninsula Shanghai, the grandeur of the city’s past meets the refinement of modern luxury — a dialogue between heritage and innovation, unfolding in perfect poise.
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