Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Shanghai, China
Minhang
Vibe
Stepping inside yields a calm, high-tech haven insulated from the sprawling transit junction and outdoor bustle outside.
“Purified transit cocoon”
Chuan Spa Five Elements therapies, a skyline lap pool, and integrated two-layer air purification monitors.
Contemporary interiors by LTW Designworks featuring double-glazed picture windows overlooking the Hongqiao district skyline.
Connection 12 rooftop bar with an open-air terrace alongside a relaxed ground-floor lobby lounge.
In the Hongqiao Hub, connected by pedestrian bridges to Hongqiao Railway Station and airport terminals.
Rooms
Double-glazed picture windows frame the district skyline, while individual pollution monitors track continuous multi-stage air filtration in every room.
Wellness
A heated high-floor lap pool looks over the city, alongside traditional Chinese medicine therapies at Chuan Spa.
Backstory
Opened in 2017 within The Hub development, the property debuted Langham's Cordis brand in mainland China.
Eat & drink
Cantonese dim sum at Ming Court complements buffet stations at C Market and evening cocktails at Connection 12.
The neighborhood
Covered overhead and subterranean walkways provide direct, sheltered access to Hongqiao Railway Station, metro lines, and airport terminals.
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The app
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.