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The Peninsula ShanghaivsJumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai
The Peninsula Shanghai and Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai are both endorsed by professionals. On balance, The Peninsula Shanghai is preferred by most writers compared to Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai. The Peninsula Shanghai is ranked #2 in Shanghai with positive reviews from 15 sources like Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and Afar Magazine.
The Peninsula Shanghai
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Time Out
Rough Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
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No.32 Zhongshan East First Road, Shanghai 200002
From $300/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- 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."
"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."
"This property bespeaks elegance from its 1930s style to its personalized service from start to finish." Full review
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Deluxe River View rooms facing the Bund are among the most requested.
"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."
"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
"The latest incarnation of the exclusive Hong Kong luxury brand."
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
"Your most valuable asset here is savvy chief concierge Simon Huang, who may very well be the best in town." Full review
"Art deco design elements occur throughout the property, and traditional decor employs lacquer, marble, granite, wood, and original art." Full review
"Art Deco–inspired beauty on the Bund, with spectacular views of the Huangpu River and city skyline." Full review
Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel Shanghai
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Gayot
Time Out
Forbes Travel Guide
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
No.1108 Meihua Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 201204
From $95/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"The location means the majority of guests are exhibition and conference attendees, plus adventurous upscale travelers with an interest in art."
99.6
"A 401-room high-style hotel across from the international exhibition center in Pudong." Full review
"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
"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."
"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
4 Stars
"Upon arriving at Jumeirah Himalayas Hotel, you’ll immediately notice the futuristic perpendicular patterns covering the building’s façade." Full review
"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
"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
"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