3 Best Hotels in Shanghai - Reviewed by the Shanghai Travel Pros at Adventure Life

Browse our top picks for hotels, lodges, resorts and accommodations in Shanghai for 2026-2027. Adventure Life's Shanghai travel experts have hand-picked each of the hotels below for their unique local flavor, excellent service, and great base for exploring Shanghai. Still can't decide where is the best place to stay in Shanghai? No worries, contact one of our Shanghai travel experts and they'll help you plan the perfect accommodation and trip to Shanghai.

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Broadway Mansions Hotel

The Broadway Mansions Hotel is located in the historic Art Deco tower, a 1934 building classic of the glamorous bygone era of Shanghai. Enjoy a variety of cuisine options, fitness center, and breathtaking views of Shanghai's skyline.

The Peninsula Shanghai

The Peninsula Shanghai opened in 2009 and is the first new building on the riverbank Bund in the last few decades. It has 235 rooms and suites, five restaurants and bars, a spa, an indoor swimming pool and a fitness center. You can also enjoy a high end shopping experience with the 25 shops in the Peninsula Arcade.

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Hyatt on the Bund

Stay at the luxury Hyatt on the Bund while visiting Shanghai. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Bund and Pudong Districts and convenient access to main city attractions. Experience sophisticated comfort combined with attentive guest service during your luxury Shanghai hotel stay.

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