InterContinental Shanghai Harbour City, an IHG Hotel
Shanghai, China
Pudong
Vibe
Spread across a private island on Dishui Lake, five petal-shaped wings curve outward into peaceful parkland and open water.
“Petal island playground”
Striking five-petal blossom architecture by Atkins, featuring nautical motifs and ripple-textured interiors across five sweeping wings.
Dedicated Club InterContinental floor with sunset terraces, private check-in, and deep cruise-liner-style balconies in most rooms.
Private island grounds featuring an open-air lakeside infinity pool, walking trails, marina access, and dedicated children's clubs.
On South Island in Dishui Lake, surrounded by parkland water and gardens.
Rooms
Balconies styled like cruise-liner decks and window-side soaking tubs look out over lake waters or landscaped island gardens.
Wellness
A heated indoor pool gazes through full-height glass, paired with a lakeside infinity pool, sauna, and island jogging paths.
Backstory
Formerly the Crowne Plaza, South Island was extensively redesigned and reopened in 2022 as an InterContinental resort on Dishui Lake.
Eat & drink
Cai Feng Lou serves Cantonese and Jiangnan dishes, while Commune, Moowoo Korean BBQ, and the waterfront lounge offer lakeside dining.
The neighborhood
Surrounding trails wind along the lakefront marina, connecting peaceful island grounds to the wider parkland of Dishui Lake.
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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.