The Peninsula Shanghai
On Shanghai’s historic Bund, The Peninsula combines Art Deco-inspired interiors, exceptionally large rooms and rooftop views that connect the city’s 1920s glamour with the Pudong skyline.
The Peninsula Shanghai occupies No. 32 on the Bund, directly on the city’s most famous riverfront promenade. Opened in 2009, it was designed as a modern addition that references the Bund’s interwar architecture rather than competing with it through height.
The interiors lean strongly into Shanghai Art Deco, with lacquered woods, polished stone, geometric detailing and a restrained palette. Rooms are among the city’s most generous, and river-facing categories look across the Huangpu toward the towers of Pudong.
The location creates a useful dual perspective on Shanghai. Guests step outside into the historic Bund and former International Settlement, while the views from the hotel constantly frame the newer city across the water.
Sir Elly’s Restaurant and rooftop terrace capitalize on that panorama, and the wider dining program combines international and Chinese influences. Spa and wellness facilities add the expected full-service luxury-hotel infrastructure without distracting from the property’s architectural identity.
The Peninsula Shanghai is particularly effective for travelers who want to understand the contrast between old and new Shanghai from one address. Its Art Deco vocabulary feels rooted in the Bund, while the skyline views make the city’s rapid transformation impossible to miss.