Le Royal Meridien Shanghai

Location. One of the city's tallest landmarks, Le Royal Méridien Shanghai stands in the center of Shanghai on historic Nanjing Road East, opposite the People's Square. This stylish Chinese property overlooks the Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Grand Theater.
Hotel Features. Multiple on site dining venues include Le Bistrot that prepares international cuisine, Favola Pizzeria, Ristorante and Bar that specializes in Italian fare, and Chill, where an innovative menu addresses healthy lifestyles. Classic Cantonese dishes are offered at Ai Mei while drinks accompany musical entertainment at 789 Nanjing Road Bar. Approximately 2, 000 square meters of conference space with translation and sound systems, LCD projectors and screens, professional lighting, and wireless and high speed Internet access (fees apply) accommodate corporate or social gatherings. A fully equipped business center with computer rentals adds value to this versatile hotel's virtues. Leisure property amenities include a fitness center with a steam room and sauna, and an indoor heated pool. An on site spa offers massage, body wraps, scrubs and facials. Practical property amenities include laundry services, Limo rentals, limited airport transportation and 24 hour concierge and reception services.

Guestrooms. Sophisticated style and modern design apply to all 770 guestrooms and suites housed within this 66 story hotel. Accommodations showcase views of the Huangpu River, People's Square Park or the Shanghai skyline. All rooms and suites feature 42" plasma televisions, DVD/CD players, desks, rain shower systems, sofa beds and floor to ceiling windows. Glass walls separate the bedrooms from the bathrooms where deep soaking bath tubs and a centrally located floating wash basin add distinction. The Presidential Suite actually fills the entire 63rd floor and offers 360 degree views. Select accommodations feature kitchenettes, bathroom telephones and refrigerators upon request.

Expert Tip. This hotel is located on Nanjing Road, China's premier shopping street. Especially attractive, the hotel stands at the east end which is protected by an all weather pedestrian arcade.