CAPELLA SHANGHAI, JIAN YE LI, Shanghai

Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li - An all-villa urban resort in preserved shikumen lanes with Michelin-starred dining and private courtyards

Located in Xuhui's cultural preservation district, this 5-star Shanghai hotel transforms historic red-brick lanes into 55 private residences and 40 villas with stone entrances and inner courtyards. Each villa features multiple levels connected by a central stairway, encompassing a private courtyard, living area, and entertainment room with 51-inch flat-screen TV and branded sound system. The marble-clad bathrooms offer separate bath and standing shower facilities, while a rooftop terrace provides views across shingled neighborhood rooftops. Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li houses Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire, the first China restaurant by three Michelin-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire, serving French cuisine with treetop vistas. La Boulangerie produces fresh French pastries daily, served alongside Prosecco and dim sum during breakfast. The property includes a 24-hour fitness center, business facilities with 452 square feet of meeting space, and a cozy library. Within 10 minutes' walk from Zhaojiabang subway station (Lines 7 and 9), the hotel sits 2 miles from Xintiandi and 3 miles from The Bund.

Pros

Complimentary minibar stocked with local specialties like dried hawfruit and White Rabbit candies

Located in a leafy district with boutiques and creative restaurants accessible by foot or shared bicycles

Private courtyards and rooftop terraces provide exclusive outdoor spaces

In-room massage services available from skilled therapists

Cons

30-minute walk to Huaihai Road shopping area

3 miles from The Bund waterfront