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Deluxe Room, Peninsula Hotel Shanghai, China

Peninsula Hotel Shanghai

City
Shanghai, China

The Peninsula Shanghai occupies a splendid location, with direct frontage on the historic Bund. The interior design combines contemporary and Art Deco styles and some of the 235 rooms offer wonderful city views.

Faultless service is combined with fine dining, an indoor swimming pool and spa for an extremely comfortable stay.

Why we like Peninsula Hotel Shanghai

A historical landmark hotel, the location is fabulous, and it manages to maintain a welcoming feel despite its size.

Facilities

Spa
Indoor swimming pool
Fitness Centre
A choice of restaurants
Bar

Activities

Wander the Bund of an evening, explore the cities futuristic skyline and spend hours lost among the treasures of the Shanghai Museum. For a real treat, it is possible to hire the hotel’s private yacht to cruise the Huangpu River.

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Peninsula Hotel Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Peninsula Hotel Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Peninsula Hotel Shanghai, Shanghai, China

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Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

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From the outside, The Opposite House is clearly different from many of the other 5* hotels in the city – huge wooden entrance doors contrast with the striking green glass exterior and lead into an informal lobby area. This ultra-modern and contemporary hotel was designed by renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and built largely using reclaimed materials.

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The striking, contemporary exterior of The Waldorf Astoria stands in contrast to the soft and elegant interior where sleek modern art combines with oriental charm. The 176 rooms are spacious and stylish with most located in the main, modern building and a few in a separate wing, in the style of a hutong courtyard. Butler service and access to a private terrace or courtyard garden are all an option. With a wonderfully central location, guests at the Waldorf can easily explore the highlights of the city or relax in the spa or by the heated pool.

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Banyan Tree Lijiang is located a short hop from the cobbled streets of old town Lijiang, with views towards the towering Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Each of the 55 villas is furnished in a local style and are set in their own private garden with either a heated pool or plunge pool. Additional facilities include a spa, gym and tennis court.

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