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The Peninsula Shanghai vs Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World

The Peninsula Shanghai and Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World are both endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Peninsula Shanghai is preferred by most professionals compared to Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World. The Peninsula Shanghai has a TripExpert Score of 92 with accolades from 14 reviews like Travel + Leisure, Forbes Travel Guide and Jetsetter.

The Peninsula Shanghai
The Peninsula Shanghai
9 / 10
No.32 Zhongshan East First Road, Shanghai 200002
From $300 /night
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  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge 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."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"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."
Star Service Star Service
"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.
Gayot Gayot
"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."
Time Out Time Out
"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
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The latest incarnation of the exclusive Hong Kong luxury brand."
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
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
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Your most valuable asset here is savvy chief concierge Simon Huang, who may very well be the best in town." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Art deco design elements occur throughout the property, and traditional decor employs lacquer, marble, granite, wood, and original art." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Art Deco–inspired beauty on the Bund, with spectacular views of the Huangpu River and city skyline." Full review
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Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
7 / 10
No.88 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200003
From $88 /night
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  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Frommer's 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 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 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 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 Lonely Planet
"Classic elegance? No way, but the perch just north of People's Park is a highly prized plot."
Oyster 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