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Pudong Shangri-La, ShanghaivsBanyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai is the choice of most professionals compared to Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund. Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai scores 88 with recommendations from 14 publications including Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Concierge.
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Frommer's
Concierge
Jetsetter
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Time Out
BlackBook
Rough Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
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No.33 Fucheng Road, Pudongxin District, Shanghai 200120
From $122/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Not only is the Shangri-La currently the biggest and boldest hotel in town, but it has the best location in Pudong, with unbeatable views of the Bund across the river." Full review
Concierge "It may not tower as high as the Grand Hyatt, but this hotel's gorgeous views stretch across the Huangpu River to the stately Bund and rival those of its taller... neighbor."
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Just be sure to request accommodation that overlooks the water.
Jetsetter "Towering over the Pudong riverfront, directly facing the magnificent landmark facades of the Bund, the 952-room Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai provides a pampered retreat in the heart..." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This glamorous hotel with its elegant lobby, and the modern addition of the Grand Tower, provides the best of both worlds."
Star Service "Located directly across the river from The Bund, the city's original Shangri-La hotel melds convenience and comfort within Pudong's constantly evolving skyline." Full review
Time Out "This 952-room twin tower hotel, situated on the banks of the Huangpu river, is a Shanghai institution." Full review
BlackBook "It oozes five-star class, from the fine molecular gastronomy of the signature Jade on 36 restaurant to the immaculate hotel-wide floral presentations."
Rough Guide "The other monster hotel in Pudong, with almost a thousand rooms."
Condé Nast Traveler "This massive Pudong property in "an unbeatable location" occupies two architecturally distinct towers above the Huangpu River, in the financial hub of Lujiazui." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The twin glass towers of this enormous 952-room hotel are a prominent feature of the Pudong riverfront skyline." Full review
Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund Star Service Time Out Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine Frommer's
No.19 Gong Ping Road, Shanghai 200085
From $285/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Starting at a sprawling 60 sq m, guest rooms are among the largest in the city." Full review
Time Out "Banyan Tree, the Southeast Asian resort chain synonymous with spas and romance, arrives in Shanghai this month with a Hongkou waterfront property just around the Huangpu bend." Full review
Travel + Leisure "If a visit to this megalopolis of 23 million feels overwhelming, then Banyan Tree’s first Shanghai property, located on the northern part of the iconic Bund waterfront, provides the ultimate escape." Full review
Afar Magazine "Shanghai’s first Banyan Tree resort is a sleek 12-story hotel with 130 rooms." Full review
Frommer's "You’ll find good value here, but if you want walking-distance location to Bund restaurants and hot spots, you should look elsewhere." Full review
