Shangri-La Qiantan, Shanghai  

On Shanghai’s riverside Qiantan in Pudong, about 9 km from downtown Shanghai. Close to Shanghai Botanical Garden, Taikang Road and the Yuyuan Bazaar. Address: 551 West Hai Yang Road, Pudong.

A sophisticated yet comfortable riverside hotel that weaves local Shanghainese culture and natural green elements into its design. The property has 585 guestrooms with artful touches and river-facing views through floor-to-ceiling windows; executive rooms enjoy access to a private club lounge. Rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, desks and plush bathrobes and slippers.

Large wellness club (about 2,000 m²) with spa services and a sauna, plus a fitness center and manicure/pedicure area. On-site essentials include a library, concierge, parking, laundry/dry cleaning, ATM and 24-hour room service. Relax in a garden-like bar or lounge and soak up calm riverside mornings.

Around 7,000 m² of meeting and event space with conference facilities to host everything from board meetings to large events. Concierge provides business services, postal/courier support and paid services at the desk. Wi‑Fi is available throughout and rooms include work desks for stay‑ready productivity.

Four restaurants and bars cover global flavours and regional specialties. An all-day dining venue offers station-style international choices, while a Chinese restaurant focuses on refined Huaiyang cuisine. There’s also a botanically inspired bar serving herb-forward cocktails and a lounge known for premium teas, coffees and house-made pastries; a private club lounge serves executive guests.