Andaz Xintiandi ShanghaivsURBN Boutique Shanghai
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, URBN Boutique Shanghai scores significantly higher than Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai. URBN Boutique Shanghai is ranked #10 in Shanghai with approval from 12 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, Star Service and Time Out.
Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai Show All Reviews
No.88 Songshan Road, Shanghai 200020
From $158/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
BlackBook
"As much as Shanghai has become a nerve center of freewheeling high finance, the Andaz is expecting its guests to get in lots of play time."
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The luxurious Andaz Shanghai is located in the glitzy Xintiandi district... but maintains a boutique feel with a casual yet buzzy atmosphere and approachable service." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A super-chic 28-story hotel with 307 rooms, across the street from the Xintiandi shopping and eating hub." Full review
Jetsetter
"Hip hotel in a historic ’hood, with an LED-lit pool, an all-day bistro and downtown views from jigsaw-cut windows." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A contemporary hotel with a youthful feel in downtown Shanghai, it's a stone's throw away from the shopping mecca of Huaihai Road and the peaceful, yet disappearing, Shikumen communities." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Features 307 rooms with wood floors, boldly upholstered walls, and what Andaz calls DigiValets—iPads that control room functions such as lighting, temperature, and curtains." Full review
Fodor's
"This stylish boutique hotel offers the usual Andaz freebies like tea and coffee in the reception and free soft drinks and snacks in the minibar." Full review
Frommer's
"The location is perfect for experiencing the city, as you’ll sleep in a little urban retreat but step right outside into the bustling Xintiandi development." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Housed in one of the twin skyscrapers just north of Xīntiāndì, Andaz (meaning ‘personal style’ in Hindi) is among the latest luxury hotels to open in the French Concession." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The rooms are gorgeous...an extremely well-equipped gym, spa and pool will keep you in fine trim, but it’s the restaurant, bar and lounge that you’ll want to show off." Full review
URBN Boutique Shanghai Show All Reviews
No.183 Jiaozhou Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai 200040
From $155/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"Not all guests may be willing to accept some of the hotel's design and functional quirks... and occasionally spotty service, but this "green" property has its heart in the right place." Full review
Concierge
"Eager-to-please staff create an atmosphere far more relaxed than at the rest of the city's growing league of high-end small hotels."
Fodor's
"Made with environmentally sensitive technology and recycled materials, it's a truly unique place to stay." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"Serene little URBN is a hotel with lofty environmental ambitions, implementing eco-friendly elements such as solar shades and water-based AC, and allowing patrons to buy carbon credits." Full review
Star Service
"Ecoconscious and style-savvy guests will love this 1970s post office and factory warehouse turned hotel that aims to be China's first carbon-neutral hotel." Full review
Rough Guide
"Though it doesn’t quite live up to its considerable hype, this hip little hotel is still pretty good value for this price range."
Travel + Leisure
"China isn’t exactly known for sustainability, but the new Urbn Hotels & Resorts group aims to change that." Full review
Time Out
"Rooms start from 1,500RMB, plus 15 percent service charge." Full review
Jetsetter
"Design-conscious, eco-friendly downtown hotel, with 26 stylish rooms and an organic restaurant and bar." Full review
Gayot
"Environmentally friendly policies set the standard at this chic urban hotel."