Jing'an Temple Shanghai, China
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$
Rated for
Luxe Social ClassicOutside the door
The house
MarriottPioneering Jing'an landmark
Evening candle-lighting rituals illuminate the lobby, where cascading facade water sets a tranquil tone amid vintage Shanghai glamour.
“This conveniently located contemporary tower has large rooms with Chinese artwork, onyx panels, and fresh flowers.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Attentive concierge care, forty-third floor Club Lounge culinary presentations, and plush Acqua di Parma bath amenities.
Notable
Live jazz sets and craft cocktails draw nightly gatherings to the Art Deco lobby lounge.
Notable
An enduring West Nanjing Road anchor known for evening lobby candle-lighting rituals held across decades.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
Rooms come dressed in brown and tan tones with gold curtains, the bathrooms finished in cream marble and Acqua di Parma toiletries.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set along bustling West Nanjing Road, the complex places Jing'an Temple, luxury boutiques, and acrobatic theatre performances directly at your feet.
The rooms
Warm tan palettes meet qipao-inspired fabrics, paired with cream marble bathrooms featuring separate soaking tubs and walk-in showers.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated indoor lap pool sits beneath arched ceiling beams, and a seasonal outdoor pool looks toward the skyline.
The spa and gym
Private treatment rooms host restorative body massages, and the 24-hour fitness centre includes an indoor squash court.
The Ritz Bar & Lounge
Under glowing glass globes and Art Deco arches, the lounge serves afternoon tea and craft cocktails to live jazz.
The guest rooms at The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai are comfortable and stylish. The white bed linens and pillows stand out against the long brown tufted headboard…
At the table
Portman's Restaurant serves Black Angus steaks and regional seafood under geometric ceiling lights from breakfast through dinner.
How it began
Designed by architect John C. Portman Jr., the tower debuted in 1998 as mainland China's inaugural Ritz-Carlton property.
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How we rate hotels.
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.