The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, PudongvsThe Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai
Both The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong and The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai are endorsed by writers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai. The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong has a TripExpert Score of 89 with accolades from 13 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Concierge and Star Service.
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong Show All Reviews
No.8 Century Avenue, Lujiazui, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 200120
From $270/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Its stepped, terrace strewn with large loungers has arguably the best views in Shanghai."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The Pudong hotel fills the top floors of a 58-story financial district building that's a quick walk from the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower." Full review
Star Service
"The ifc Mall, a gleaming shopping center with a supermarket, restaurants and bevy of luxury brands, is just steps away." Full review
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Several suite options are in the mix, but not all have Bund views, so be sure to request accordingly.
Gayot
"At The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, guests seeking a seamlessly integrated business and leisure experience are welcomed on the upper floors of a modern 58-story tower."
Time Out
"It might be the wrong side of the river for tourists, but the Ritz-Carlton Pudong does have the advantage of occupying the top 18 floors of the Shanghai IFC mall." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong pays homage to Shanghai’s former Art Deco glory by putting a modern bent on it — as spots on the cutting-edge Pudong side of town are known to do." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"It’s almost impossible to actually walk anywhere in the frenetic Pudong neighborhood, so lucky for you that Ritz-Carlton’s second Shanghai property offers plenty of reasons to stay put." Full review
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Indulge in a luxurious, hour-long ginger and jasmine foot massage at the spa, on the hotel's 55th floor.
Afar Magazine
"One of Pudong’s marquee buildings, the Cesar Pelli–designed Shanghai IFC, is the setting for this 285-room property. Occupying the top 18 floors of the South Tower, the Ritz-Carlton..." Full review
Jetsetter
"Glamorous Pudong hotel with a central location, rousing rooftop bar and destination spa." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"This vivacious Art Deco jewel crowning a corporate skytower ticks all the boxes for a pampered east-bank stay, especially with its engaging service, blissful spa and excellent dining options." Full review
The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai Show All Reviews
No.1376 Nanjing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai 200040
From $137/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Still tenaciously guarding its position as Shanghai's top choice hotel for many business travelers and world leaders." Full review
Concierge
"The Portman Ritz-Carlton was the city's first luxury hotel when it opened in 1998."
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Guests are spoiled for choice when it comes to dining: There are four house restaurants to choose from, including Palladio, which serves modern Italian dishes in a formal setting.
Fodor's
"Outstanding facilities and a prime location in the Shanghai Centre have made the Portman Ritz-Carlton one of the city's most desirable destinations for more than a decade." Full review
Insight Guides
"The Portman combines smooth luxury with a bustling location in the Jing An district, surrounded by a wealth of sightseeing and dining choices."
DK Eyewitness
"Thoughtful and attentive service intelligently anticipates guests' needs, with discretion when required."
Star Service
"This hotel is respected foremost for its location on Shanghai's swankiest street in Puxi and is most commonly known by taxi drivers and locals as the Portman." Full review
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Connecting rooms are available on request.
Gayot
"Boasting a location on famous Nanjing Xi Lu near the historic Bund, The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai provides downtown convenience and refined style."
Time Out
"Housed in Jingan's Shanghai Centre, with a medical clinic, supermarket, and multiple cafes on tap, the original Ritz-Carlton is hard to beat for location, quality of service or excellent facilities." Full review
BlackBook
"Something of a Puxi standard-setter, the Ritz-Carlton has long been a favored VIP and CEO hangout."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai opened as the brand’s first branch in China and has become Shanghai’s largest hotel, with 610 rooms." Full review