Shanghai, ChinaPeople's Square
Conrad Shanghai
Chinese-accented skyline tower
People's Square Shanghai, China
Opened
2006
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
HiltonChinese-accented skyline tower
The 66-story tower integrates classical Chinese architectural lines into a contemporary high-rise rising above the central shopping district.
What it’s good at
Notable
Traditional Chinese calligraphy, pottery, and paintings punctuate sleek urban rooms across the tower.
Listed
The skyscraper rises directly over the bustling Nanjing Road East pedestrian thoroughfare.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
A curving ceiling sheet of small, shimmering glass light fixtures leads the way to the front desk, and a curving Chinese rooftop cornice hangs above.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
East Nanjing Road's pedestrian promenade buzzes directly outside, with People's Square and nearby metro stations just steps away.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows look out across the city, and marble bathrooms are fitted with deep soaking tubs.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and gym
A heated indoor pool sits under skylights on the tenth floor, beside a sunlit gym overlooking the skyline.
At the table
Asador serves dry-aged beef beside an outdoor terrace, and Lane 11 cooks across nine open show kitchens.
How it began
The skyscraper opened in 2006 as Le Royal Méridien before reopening under the Conrad banner in 2022.
Shanghai
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Our shorthand
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.