Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel ShanghaivsRadisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Both hotels are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai scores slightly better than Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World. Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai comes in at 75 with accolades from 7 reviews such as concierge.com, Gayot and Afar Magazine.
Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai
No.1108 Meihua Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201204
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"The location means the majority of guests are exhibition and conference attendees, plus adventurous upscale travelers with an interest in art."
Condé Nast Traveler
99.6
"A 401-room high-style hotel across from the international exhibition center in Pudong." Full review
Star Service
"This deluxe operation stems from Middle Eastern roots and is right at home in luxury-focused Pudong, attracting business and leisure travelers to its doors in great numbers." Full review
Gayot
"When guests enter the Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel's stunning sixteen-meter-high lobby... they will feel as if they've stepped into an ancient Chinese history lesson."
Time Out
"The hotel boasts 401 rooms, including 61 suites; four restaurants including a steakhouse and Japanese sushi/teppanyaki restaurant; and a swimming pool and fitness centre." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Upon arriving at Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, you’ll immediately notice the futuristic perpendicular patterns covering the building’s façade." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This property opened in March 2011 under the direction of Arata Isozaki, the mind behind the design of Barcelona’s Olympic Stadium and the Los Angeles MOCA." Full review
Lonely Planet
"With its huge lobby hung with traditional Chinese paintings as a vast overhead screen swarms with hypnotic, colourful images... this unique hotel is simply jaw-dropping." Full review
Michelin Guide
"The Vegas-like excess of the public spaces, the accommodations come in rather on the tasteful end of things; they’re unflaggingly luxe in their comforts and equipment" Full review
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
No.88 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200003
From $88/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Opened in 2005, Shanghai's second Radisson hotel is a five-star outfit, but its service falls a little short of the service at top hotels in this category, such as the Westin and the JW Marriott." Full review
Fodor's
"Though the hotel caters primarily to business travelers, the suites—with huge living rooms, kitchen/dining rooms, and spacious baths—are convenient for families." Full review
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Time Out
"This hotel's trump card is its location. Handily situated on Nanjing Xi Lu, bang next to People's Square, it's a mere step away from the metro and a vast array of shops." Full review
Rough Guide
"A new and swish venue that has quickly become popular, offering a convenient location right at the corner of bustling Nanjing Lu, and, in general, a slick upscale experience."
Lonely Planet
"Classic elegance? No way, but the perch just north of People's Park is a highly prized plot."
Oyster
Upscale
"In the heart of Shanghai, right by People's Park, Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World is a towering upscale property with 520 rooms." Full review