Shanghai, ChinaJing'an Temple
Hengshan Moller Villa Hotel Shanghai
Fairytale Nordic dreamscape
Jing'an Temple Shanghai, China
Opened
2002
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Design ClassicOutside the door
Fairytale Nordic dreamscape
Gothic spires, steep gables, and glazed Chinese roof tiles enclose a whimsical Nordic fantasy surrounded by manicured lawns.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A 1936 Scandinavian fairytale estate with Gothic spires, Chinese glazed tiles, and protected municipal historic landmark status.
Notable
Whimsical storybook architecture combines steep gables, glazed roof ceramics, and intricate maritime teak woodwork inside.
Notable
Traditional afternoon tea rituals hosted in wood-paneled salons and across the manicured garden terrace.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set where Jing'an meets the French Concession, the estate is a short stroll from Middle Huaihai Road and West Nanjing Road.
The rooms
European period furnishings and carved wooden wainscoting line the chambers, with soaking tubs in marble bathrooms overlooking the lawns.
At the table
Afternoon tea arrives on tiered silver stands across the lawn, and private wood-paneled chambers host Shanghainese and Cantonese dinners.
How it began
Shipping magnate Eric Moller built the estate in 1936, bringing to life a fairytale castle his daughter sketched from a dream.
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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.