THE PENINSULA SHANGHAI, Shanghai

The Peninsula Shanghai - A Historic Bund Hotel with River Views, ESPA Spa, and Art Deco Luxury

Located directly on The Bund, this 5-star Shanghai hotel features panoramic views of the Huangpu River and Pudong's skyline. The Peninsula Shanghai rooms showcase exotic woods, black lacquer, and carved glass, equipped with 46-inch plasma TVs, Nespresso machines, and marble bathrooms with spa-jet tubs. Nine tea rooms host calligraphy and incense-making classes, while the Peninsula Spa by ESPA delivers acupuncture and nutritional treatments. Sir Elly's Restaurant presents cocktails on its outdoor terrace, while Arva serves homemade pasta with black truffle. The property sits adjacent to the former British Consulate gardens, with Metro Line 2 providing direct access to Shanghai's key districts. Notable landmarks within 1 mile include People's Square, The Shanghai Museum, and Shanghai Natural History Museum.

Pros

Nine dedicated tea rooms offer traditional Chinese cultural experiences

Outdoor terrace dining with panoramic Bund views

Private spa-jet tubs in marble bathrooms

Adjacent location to historic British Consulate gardens

Cons

2.5 miles from Shanghai Tower

Limited dining options within immediate walking distance