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The Waterhouse At South BundvsMandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Both hotels are recommended by professionals. On balance, Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai scores significantly better than The Waterhouse At South Bund. Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai comes in at #3 in Shanghai with positive reviews from 12 publications such as Travel + Leisure, The Telegraph and Time Out.
The Waterhouse At South Bund
Frommer's
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
BlackBook
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
No.1-3 Maojiayuan Road, Shanghai 200011
From $256/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "If post-industrial chic is your preferred style, consider staying at this newly opened boutique hotel lodged inside a 1930s warehouse near the Shiliupu Wharf." Full review
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Be sure to request a room with a bath if that matters to you.
Concierge "The edgy, pared-back appeal of this former 1930s factory is exactly the draw for the modish, designer crowd that frequently books the 19-room boutique property."
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"Singaporean design maestro... has skillfully captured the current zeitgeist of Shanghai by revamping a former army compound on the Huangpu River into an industrial but welcoming 19-room guesthouse." Full review
Time Out "The Waterhouse, a 1930s warehouse converted into a palace of industrial chic by local design superstars Neri & Hu, is possibly the coolest hotel in the city." Full review
BlackBook "While the rest of Shanghai pumps up the glamour, the Waterhouse at South Bund is smart to emphasize its low-key charm."
Travel + Leisure "Shanghai hotels tend toward the vertical and voluptuous, but one look at this austere lobby... and it’s clear the Waterhouse has broken the mold." Full review
Jetsetter "Warehouse turned minimalist marvel on the Bund draws cool creative types with its ultra-chic rooms and destination restaurant." Full review
Afar Magazine "The design blurs internal and external, public and private, with public spaces opening to glimpses of guest rooms, and accommodations looking onto public areas." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Gazing out onto supreme views of Pudong or into the crisp courtyard, the Waterhouse’s rooms are perfection itself. " Full review
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Star Service Time Out BlackBook
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot Travel + Leisure Condé Nast Traveler Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
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111 Pudong Road (S) Pudong, Shanghai 200120
From $418/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Located in Lujiazui, Shanghai's evolving financial hub, the Mandarin Oriental is among the more recent luxury openings on this side of the river." Full review
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There are only one-bedroom suites in the hotel tower; guests looking for more space can ask for connecting rooms or upgrade to multibedroom suites in the residential tower.
Time Out "After a Guangzhou opening earlier this year, luxury hotel brand Mandarin Oriental has this month opened their first Shanghai hotel with a new property in Lujiazui." Full review
BlackBook "Its got 362 swish, stylish and magnificently appointed rooms. But you'll likely be spending most of your time at its eponymous spa or amidst the dizzying array of epicurean offerings."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"As you pull up to the new Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai, one thing is clear — you can successfully create a city hotel that feels like a secluded escape." Full review
Gayot "From the moment it opened, the opulent Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai solidly established itself as an accommodation of choice."
Travel + Leisure "In Shanghai, a five-star hotel is only as good as its spa. And the brand new Mandarin Oriental went above and beyond creating the ultimate in opulent relaxation." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler89.8
"I particularly loved the spa and gym, with its gorgeous indoor pool and free Pilates classes, and the excellent Yong Yi Ting restaurant." Full review
Afar Magazine "Rooms have taupe furnishings, with flashes of indigo and lotus-green, and abstract ink paintings of traditional Chinese garden landscapes." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Tourists willing to sacrifice a little bit of extra travelling time will likely be bowled over by the the hotel’s large ultra-luxurious rooms, extensive facilities and sterling service." Full review
Oyster5.0
"The five-star Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai is one of the top hotels in Shanghai with luxe amenities, elegant decor, and impeccable personal service." Full review
