JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow SquarevsWaldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Both JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square and Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund is preferred by most professionals compared to JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square. Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund scores 87 with praise from 10 reviewers such as BlackBook, Time Out and Travel + Leisure.
JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square Show All Reviews
No.399 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200003
From $121/night
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Frommer's
"A handsome five-star hotel... Service is top-notch." Full review
Concierge
"A spacious fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and a branch of the Mandara Spa tick all the boxes for modern luxury."
Lonely Planet
"Housed across the upper 24 floors of one of Shànghǎi’s most dramatic towers, the JW Marriott boasts marvellously appointed rooms with spectacular vistas." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"One of Shanghai’s first ultrahigh hotels (it opened in 2003), the JW is still one of the city’s best-located properties." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With considerable panache, Le Royal Méridien Shanghai executes its Art Deco–inspired design throughout its 761 rooms, high above People’s Park on Nanjing Road East." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Wood-panelled doors, exceptional service and remarkable 360 degree views of People's Square and central Shanghai."
Star Service
"In downtown Shanghai, near People's Square, this hotel takes over the top 20 stories of the 60-story Tomorrow Square multiuse development." Full review
Time Out
"With a prime central location over floors 41-59 of the Tomorrow Square complex, the JW Marriot Shanghai is a stone's throw from People's Square and a short stroll to Xintiandi." Full review
BlackBook
"Located on the upper floors of a landmark pyramidal tower on the edge of People’s Square, this is one of Shanghai’s leading corporate five-star abodes."
Rough Guide
"Housed in the top floors of one of Shanghai’s most uncompromising landmarks (something like an upraised claw), this swanky venue is both well located and has magnificent views."
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