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W Shanghai - The Bund
Ultimate guide to W Shanghai - The Bund — a 5-star lifestyle hotel at 66 Lvshun Road on the North Bund with 374 rooms, indoor and outdoor WET pools, WOOBAR, AWAY spa and wide Huangpu / Lujiazui views. The design-and-nightlife pick versus classical Hyatt, Peninsula and Peace.
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W Shanghai - The Bund is the lifestyle North Bund stay: 374 design-led rooms, indoor/outdoor pools, WOOBAR and sweeping Lujiazui views. Book it for energy and views; choose Peninsula, Waldorf or Peace for classical Bund luxury, or Hyatt on the Bund for a quieter large-hotel alternative nearby.
Property amenities
- Indoor and outdoor pools
- WOOBAR
- AWAY spa
- FIT gym
- Multiple restaurants and bars
- Event space
- Concierge
- Free Wi-Fi
Room features
- W bed
- Floor-to-ceiling windows (many rooms)
- Design-led interiors
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- 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
- North Bund waterfront At the door
- Lujiazui skyline (view) Across the Huangpu
- Classic Bund promenade South · taxi / walk
- International Cruise Terminal Short walk
Transit
- International Cruise Terminal Metro ~2–5 min walk
- PVG ~45–60 min typical
- SHA ~40–55 min typical
- Shanghai Railway Station Short Metro / taxi
Shopping & food
- WOOBAR / hotel restaurants On-site
- WET Deck On-site
- North Bund dining Short walk
- Nanjing Road Taxi south
Check-in, check-out and languages
- Check-in
- From 15:00
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Languages at reception
- English, Mandarin
Request a high floor river view if the skyline is why you booked — and ask about room location relative to WOOBAR if you need quiet.
Who W Shanghai - The Bund suits — our verdict first
W is for travellers who want Shanghai to feel theatrical — neon-leaning design, pool deck selfies and a bar programme that runs late. It is still five-star luxury, just not the hushed Peninsula kind.
If you need early nights and silent corridors, read Hyatt on the Bund or a classical Bund hotel instead.
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.
Cruise Terminal Metro is one of the closest luxury-hotel Metro drops on the river — useful when you do take rail.
Where it sits: North Bund
Lvshun Road on the North Bund faces the full Lujiazui “three-piece” skyline. You are not on the colonial facade strip; you are opposite the modern postcard.
That view is the product. Everything else — WOOBAR, WET Deck — orbits it.
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Rooms and facilities
374 rooms with playful W design cues and serious floor-to-ceiling windows on view categories. Some rooms put the bathtub in the view — check category photos.
Ask for a quiet room away from event floors if your schedule is sleep-heavy.
Eating at the hotel and nearby
The Kitchen Table, YEN, LIQUID, WOOBAR and WET Bar cover breakfast through late night. You can stay on-property for a full social evening.
Still worth one classic Bund or Yu Garden food outing for contrast.
How it compares with our other Shanghai picks
Vs Hyatt on the Bund: same North Bund zone; W is lifestyle, Hyatt is classical large Hyatt. Vs Peninsula/Waldorf/Peace: those are heritage/classical luxury further south. Vs Indigo: Indigo is quieter boutique South Bund.
W wins when nightlife and design are non-negotiable.
Booking notes and practical tips
Indicative £220–£450. Bonvoy categories and suite upgrades matter here. Weekend WOOBAR noise is part of the brand — plan accordingly.
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Confirm current inclusions, view categories and any seasonal closures on the live partner rate before you book — hotel pages cannot freeze every amenity detail as eternal fact.
Verified facts
- Address: 66 Lvshun Road, Hongkou — North Bund
- Five-star W Hotels; 374 rooms opened 2017
- Indoor + outdoor WET pools and WET Deck facing the skyline
- WOOBAR, LIQUID, YEN, The Kitchen Table and WET Bar
- AWAY spa and FIT gym
- International Cruise Terminal Metro very close
Good for
- Design and nightlife travellers
- Couples who want pool + WOOBAR energy
- Guests chasing dramatic river views
- Marriott Bonvoy W loyalists
- Social stays rather than quiet heritage hotels
Not ideal for
- Travellers seeking hushed classical luxury
- Light sleepers above nightlife floors
- Ultra-budget trips
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 W Shanghai - The Bund, 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 W Shanghai - The Bund
Typical night £220–£450 (indicative — the live rate decides)
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Check live rates & availability*Frequently asked questions
Where is W Shanghai - The Bund?
At 66 Lvshun Road in Hongkou District on the North Bund, steps from International Cruise Terminal Metro.
How many rooms?
374 rooms and suites, opened in 2017. Check the live partner rate for current prices, inclusions and room availability.
Does it have a pool?
Yes — indoor and outdoor WET pools with a deck facing the Lujiazui skyline.
Is WOOBAR open to non-guests?
Often yes, subject to capacity and door policy — hotel guests should still reserve peak times.
W Shanghai vs Hyatt on the Bund?
Both sit on the North Bund with skyline views. W is a lifestyle/design hotel with stronger nightlife; Hyatt is a larger classical five-star renovated in 2024.
Is it on the historic Bund promenade?
It is on the North Bund facing Lujiazui — not on the densest colonial facade stretch by Nanjing Road. Taxi or walk south for that promenade.
Check-in time?
From 15:00; check-out by 12:00. Check the live partner rate for current prices, inclusions and room availability.
Good for couples?
Yes if you want views, pools and bars. Choose a classical Bund hotel instead if you prefer a quiet heritage atmosphere.
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Facts last verified August 2026.