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The Peninsula Shanghai
Ultimate guide to The Peninsula Shanghai — a 5-star Bund landmark at 32 Zhongshan East 1st Road with all-suite-style luxury rooms, Peninsula Spa, 25 m pool, Sir Elly’s rooftop dining, and Nanjing Road nearby. The ultra-luxury heritage-leaning pick at the north end of the classic Bund.
Live partner rates · no FlightLogic markup · 5-star classification
The Peninsula Shanghai is our ultra-luxury Bund pick: a modern Peninsula on Zhongshan East 1st Road with spa, 25 m pool and Sir Elly’s rooftop views. Book it for a special stay; look at Peace, Waldorf, Westin or Indigo if you want Bund energy at a lower tier.
Property amenities
- Peninsula Spa
- 25 m pool
- Fitness centre
- Sir Elly’s rooftop
- Multiple restaurants
- Concierge / butler-style service
- Ballroom / events
- Free Wi-Fi
Room features
- Peninsula bed
- Advanced in-room technology
- Spa-like bathroom
- River or city views by category
- Work desk
- Daily housekeeping
Room types
What's nearby
Stated distances are measured from the property; other entries note how you'd get there. Walking times in Shanghai run longer than the distance suggests once heat, crossings and pedestrian detours are counted.
Landmarks
- The Bund promenade At the door
- Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street ~5–10 min walk
- Fairmont Peace Hotel Short walk along the Bund
- Lujiazui skyline View across the river
Transit
- East Nanjing Road Metro ~8–12 min walk
- PVG ~45–60 min typical
- SHA ~40–55 min typical
- Bund ferries / tunnel Short walk
Shopping & food
- Sir Elly’s / Yi Long Court On-site
- Nanjing Road Short walk
- Bund fine dining Immediate area
- Lujiazui Across the river
Check-in, check-out and languages
- Check-in
- From 15:00
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Languages at reception
- English, Mandarin
River-view suites are the product — confirm aspect and suite category carefully.
Who The Peninsula Shanghai suits — our verdict first
Peninsula is for travellers who want the top of the Shanghai luxury ladder on the Bund itself — space, service ritual and rooftop dining included. It is not trying to win on price against Westin or Kempinski.
If your budget tops out at mid-five-star, choose elsewhere on this hub and keep Peninsula for a milestone trip.
Getting there from PVG and SHA
From PVG: Maglev to Longyang Road then Metro Line 2 toward the city, or a taxi/Didi door to door — typically 40–60 minutes depending on traffic and exact address. From SHA Hongqiao, Metro Line 2 is usually the backbone; finish with a short walk or taxi.
With Peninsula pricing, most guests simply Didi from the airport — the time saved beats Maglev transfers with luggage.
Where it sits: The Bund
The north-central Bund address puts Nanjing Road and the promenade on foot. You are in the postcard, not across the river looking at it.
Expect crowds on the waterfront; the hotel is the calm bubble you return to.
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Live rates for The Peninsula Shanghai — no FlightLogic markup.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are among Shanghai’s most spacious at this level, with Peninsula’s tech-and-bath signature. Suite categories and river views drive the rate ladder hard.
Spa and 25 m pool are real amenities, not afterthoughts — book treatments early at weekends.
Eating at the hotel and nearby
Sir Elly’s rooftop is a destination in its own right; Yi Long Court covers Chinese fine dining. You need never leave for a special meal, though the Bund’s other tables are steps away.
Budget for hotel dining if you want the full Peninsula experience.
How it compares with our other Shanghai picks
Vs Fairmont Peace: both Bund icons; Peninsula is newer ultra-luxury, Peace is art-deco heritage. Vs Waldorf: similar luxury tier, different heritage building story. Vs W: W is lifestyle; Peninsula is classical luxury.
Peninsula wins when money is less important than the stay being flawless.
Booking notes and practical tips
Indicative nights £400–£800+. Book far ahead for holidays and major events. No FlightLogic stay review on this page unless we publish one later.
Live partner rates still apply — Peninsula inventory moves through OTAs including our stay partner.
Verified facts
- Address: 32 Zhongshan East 1st Road — Bund
- Five-star Peninsula; first new Bund building in decades when it opened
- Spa, 25 m pool, fitness centre
- Sir Elly’s rooftop restaurant/bar with Bund views
- Short walk to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
- Ultra-luxury rate tier vs most of our Shanghai list
Good for
- Special-occasion and honeymoon stays
- Travellers who want top-tier Bund luxury service
- Guests who value spa + pool + rooftop dining in one address
- Peninsula loyalists
- Travellers happy to pay for the best room tech and space
Not ideal for
- Mid-range budgets
- Anyone wanting a party hotel (see W Shanghai)
- Bargain hunters comparing Kempinski / Westin rates
Airport transfer
Flying via Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)? From PVG: Maglev to Longyang Road then Metro Line 2 toward the city, or a taxi/Didi door to door — typically 40–60 minutes depending on traffic and exact address. From SHA Hongqiao, Metro Line 2 is usually the backbone; finish with a short walk or taxi. See our Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) guide for terminals, transit options and arrivals logistics.
FlightLogic has not yet stayed at The Peninsula Shanghai, so this page carries no editorial review or score — it is a verified entity listing, with location facts checked August 2026 and prices always live from the booking partner. Our review integrity policy explains why we never publish ratings without a named author's stay.
Book The Peninsula Shanghai
Typical night £400–£800 (indicative — the live rate decides)
Rates and availability are live from our stay partner* — you book on their site at their price, with no FlightLogic markup.
Check live rates & availability*Frequently asked questions
Where is The Peninsula Shanghai?
At 32 Zhongshan East 1st Road on the Bund in Huangpu District, a short walk from Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street.
Is The Peninsula Shanghai all suites?
Rooms are large by city standards and suite-led in feel; check the exact category on your rate as naming varies by channel.
Does it have a pool and spa?
Yes — a 25-metre pool plus Peninsula Spa and fitness facilities.
Peninsula vs Fairmont Peace?
Both are Bund landmarks. Peace is the restored 1929 art-deco icon; Peninsula is a newer ultra-luxury Peninsula with rooftop Sir Elly’s and a full spa/pool offering.
How much does it cost?
It sits at the top of Shanghai’s rate ladder — often roughly £400–£800+ a night depending on season and view. Use live rates for current prices.
Nearest Metro?
East Nanjing Road is the usual station — about an 8–12 minute walk.
Check-in time?
From 15:00; check-out by 12:00 on standard rates. Check the live partner rate for current prices, inclusions and room availability.
Good for honeymoons?
Yes — river views, spa and rooftop dining make it a frequent special-occasion pick. Book a river aspect explicitly.
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Facts last verified August 2026.