,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(121.46256,31.227055)/121.47568993270397,31.23415634279531,12.706988713658507/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
The Peninsula ShanghaivsFour Seasons Hotel Shanghai
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Peninsula Shanghai is the choice of most reviewers compared to Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai. The Peninsula Shanghai is ranked #2 in Shanghai with approval from 15 publications including Concierge, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
The Peninsula Shanghai
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Time Out
Rough Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter Show All Reviews
No.32 Zhongshan East First Road, Shanghai 200002
From $300/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Shanghai's most decadent hotel is dressed to impress, from its stepped, faux Deco facade to the grand pillared lobby decorated in cool celadon tones."
DK Eyewitness "One of Shanghai's finest hotels, offering superlative luxury and fabulous views of the river and Pudong skyline from its rooms, restaurants, bars, and most notably from the extensive open-air terrace."
Star Service "This property bespeaks elegance from its 1930s style to its personalized service from start to finish." Full review
i
Deluxe River View rooms facing the Bund are among the most requested.
Gayot "Standing tall above the shores of the Huangpu River, this hotel was inspired by the Art Deco period when Shanghai was known as Paris of the East."
Time Out "Sister hotel to the Hong Kong legend, the 235-room Peninsula is a living example of how to do opulent heritage glamour, and is possibly the most elegant hotel in the city." Full review
Rough Guide "The latest incarnation of the exclusive Hong Kong luxury brand."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"The gorgeous Art Deco lobby outfitted in celadon green walls and black marble floors transports you back to Shanghai’s golden age." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Your most valuable asset here is savvy chief concierge Simon Huang, who may very well be the best in town." Full review
Afar Magazine "Art deco design elements occur throughout the property, and traditional decor employs lacquer, marble, granite, wood, and original art." Full review
Jetsetter "Art Deco–inspired beauty on the Bund, with spectacular views of the Huangpu River and city skyline." Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai
Frommer's Concierge
Fodor's Jetsetter Travel + Leisure Star Service Gayot Time Out Forbes Travel Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
No.500 Weihai Road, Shanghai 200041
From $338/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Well located in the thick of Puxi... the modern 37-story Four Seasons offers top-quality pampering." Full review
Concierge "This 37-story hotel is the first Four Seasons in mainland China, and is located between two major shopping streets, Nanjing and Huaihai in downtown Shanghai."
Fodor's "This 37-story luxury hotel caters to a largely business clientele, but it's also a great getaway for leisure travelers." Full review
Jetsetter "Bustling Shanghai sleep with four restaurants, an indoor pool and splurge-worthy spa." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just a block south of Nanjing Road in the heart of downtown, this 37-floor luxury tower sits snuggled among similarly soaring office buildings." Full review
Star Service "Amidst the hustle and bustle of one of Shanghai's busiest commercial areas in Puxi, this international deluxe property provides guests with a refined base from which to explore the city." Full review
Gayot "Get pampered from head to toe at the Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai."
Time Out "This 422-room luxury retreat is located within walking distance of the shopping, entertainment and business hubs of Nanjing Lu and Huaihai Lu." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai is a 422-room hotel located in Shanghai’s Jing’an neighborhood, close to the colonial former French Concession." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler90.0
"Set in the 88-story postmodern Jin Mao Tower, this hotel with a 33-story atrium has "spectacular views of the Huangpu," and claims to have the world’s longest laundry chute." Full review
