Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the BundvsFour Seasons Hotel Shanghai
Both Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai and Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund ranks slightly better than Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai. Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund is ranked #9 in Shanghai with approval from 10 sources like Star Service, Forbes Travel Guide and Afar Magazine.
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund Show All Reviews
No.2 Zhongshan Dong Yi Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200002
From $270/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"This elegant property from Hilton's top-shelf Waldorf Astoria Collection comes with high expectations in a city that is rich with luxury hotels." Full review
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Smoke-free and handicapped-accessible rooms should be requested when making reservations.
Gayot
"In a city as storied as Shanghai, it's only fitting that a legendary hotel group take over one of its most historic buildings."
Time Out
"This elegant historic hotel has restored the heritage Shanghai gentleman's club to its former glory, and rivals The Peninsula as the most glamorous hotel in town." Full review
BlackBook
"The Waldorf Astoria in Shanghai continues the brand's love affair with the halcyon days of opulence."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Like the city itself, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund is split in two: There’s the more than 100-year-old historic part of the building and the new modern tower." Full review
Frommer's
"Along with the Peace Hotel, the Waldorf Astoria is one of the few luxury properties in Shanghai with history in the building." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"It’s not easy to stand apart in Shanghai’s booming hotel scene, which is why Waldorf Astoria pulled out all the stops for its China debut." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
89.3
"Spread across two buildings... this hotel is a magnificent homage to Shanghai’s swank European past." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Rooms in the tower come with spellbinding Bund, Huangpu River, and Pudong views, while the 20 suites in the heritage building have painted timber panelling, hardwood floors, and polished mahogany." Full review
Fodor's
"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,..." Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai
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 Traveler
90.0
"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