Shanghai, ChinaPeople's Square
JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square
Portman spire showcase
People's Square Shanghai, China
Renovated
2015
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe WellnessOutside the door
The house
MarriottPortman spire showcase
Elevators rise straight to the 38th-floor sky lobby, where floor-to-ceiling windows look out across the geometric tower and Shanghai skyline.
What it’s good at
Listed
John Portman-designed geometric spire featuring a 38th-floor sky lobby and a record-holding 60th-floor executive library.
Listed
High-altitude guestrooms spanning floors 41 to 59, complemented by a dedicated 59th-floor executive lounge with skyline views.
Listed
Mandara Spa therapies, a 24-hour health club, and an indoor lap pool connected to a seasonal outdoor deck.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly on Nanjing West Road, the hotel sits steps from the Shanghai Grand Theatre, the Shanghai Museum, and People's Square metro lines.
The rooms
Occupying floors 41 through 59, rooms feature warm wood finishes and picture windows overlooking People's Square and the surrounding cityscape.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
On the seventh floor, a heated indoor lap pool opens onto a seasonal outdoor pool and sun deck.
The gym and spa
The 24-hour fitness centre overlooks the surrounding streets, and the spa offers traditional Chinese bodywork.
Restaurant
JW's California Grill
Prime steaks and seafood are served on the 40th floor against sweeping city views.
Wan Hao Xuan Chinese Restaurant
Cantonese dishes and dim sum are served beside floor-to-ceiling skyline views on the 39th floor.
At the table
The 38th-floor sky lobby hosts an all-day international buffet and cocktails beneath an illuminated geometric canopy.
How it began
The spire is capped on the 60th floor by an executive library recognized by Guinness as the world's highest from ground level.
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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.