Shanghai Spa Hotels | Best Spa Hotels in Shanghai

Shanghai, China’s largest city and one of the largest financial hubs in the world, has a multi-layered allure perfected over time. Built along the Huangpu’s journey through the mainland, the city is home to a 500-year old Yu Garden, a colonial-era Bund, and a mélange of distinctive modern skyscrapers. But there’s much more to Shanghai than that. Its very name embodies a rare breed of culture, spirituality, and glamor. Among the many gifts of this culture are the principles and techniques of traditional Chinese medicine. Witness how these are translated into holistic therapies at Shanghai’s many luxury spas, most of which also complete the picture with Thai, Ayurvedic, and European treatments. Feel relaxed, refreshed, and glammed up at Shanghai, one of the most evocative cities in the world. We recommend the following Shanghai spa hotels.

# 1

The Peninsula Shanghai

With a location that can best be described as the heart of Shanghai, the Peninsula manages to hold its own as the only modern building on the city’s historic Bund. And it does that in style, with its meticulously crafted architecture that pays a tribute to Art Deco without straying from modernity. Stay here to enjoy proximity to Shanghai’s historic neighborhoods and the Yu Garden’s Ming pavilions, in addition to gorgeous views of the city’s new skyline from across the Bund. Rooms and suites at the Peninsula Shanghai showcase artistic interiors in serene color tones, and rich details such as quilted headboards, fine moldings, and mood lighting. Check out the hotel’s themed suites before you book; many of these have luxurious terraces, fireplaces, and vintage furniture. Guests at this hotel are spoilt for choice when it comes to dining options, besides being spoilt in all the right ways at the Peninsula Spa. Featuring Shanghai-inspired décor and an Art Deco inspired indoor pool, the 5-star rated spa offers Oriental thermal infusions, chakra balancing massages, Ayurveda inspired treatments, harmonizing bamboo massages, foot reflexology, bespoke facials suited to your skin type, and plenty of skincare treatments and sensory journeys for both men and women. All this unfolds in an atmosphere of pure tranquility, enhanced by heated floors and soothing artwork.

# 2

Four Seasons Pudong Shanghai

Set amid the glamorous skyscrapers of Shanghai’s sophisticated Pudong district, Four Seasons makes a grand statement with its sleek glass fronted façade, its expansive marble lobby, and its intoxicating interiors that blend rich wooden details with stunning contemporary art. The aura of new-age sophistication is certainly dialed up at this iconic hotel, but at the same time, its dark, softly lit interiors offer an unusually soothing ambiance. Rooms here are spacious and clutter free, finished in geometric arrays of white and chocolate brown, and accented with sudden hints of China red. They have ultra-comfortable beds, and ultra-spacious bathrooms with deep soaking tubs. Indulge in Chinese and French cuisine at the hotel’s restaurants, and head to the 41st floor anytime you need to relax. This floor is home to the Four Season’s breathtaking infinity pool, as well as its Flare Spa, a composite of 4 treatment rooms, 2 VIP spa suites with their own whirlpools and rain showers, a full-service gym, relaxation zones for men and women, and a nail salon. On the spa menu are Guerlain facials, circulation improving massages, foot reflexology massages, four hands massages, body scrubs and beauty treatments, a range of gentlemen’s skincare treatments, and bespoke experiences crafted as per your needs and preferences.

# 3

Mandarin Oriental Pudong Shanghai

With an address in the busy Lujiazui business district, Mandarin Oriental is perfect for traveling executives with little time to spare, and ironically, for tourists with plenty of spare time on their hands. This is because the hotel houses a range of fine amenities and services that more than make up for its distance from the historic neighborhoods and sights of old Shanghai. The iconic 127-floor Shanghai tower is close by, though, and views from the hotel itself are fantastic, covering the Huangpu River, the northern stretch of the Bund, and the skyscraper-studded skyline of Pudong. Mandarin Oriental Pudong has glamorous modern interiors, with subtle references to the legacy of the Orient. You’ll find Chinese artwork practically everywhere in the hotel, and deliciously decorated rooms featuring fine prints and stylish lighting with intuitive iPad controls. If you have jetlag to beat, or a couple of hours to kill, direct them towards the hotel spa, which is a serene amalgam of pale oak flooring, sand-colored marble, and soft lighting. There are as many as 13 luxe spa suites here, some of them designed for couples or VIPs. The spa also has dedicated hydrotherapy spaces including a crystal steam room, an ice fountain, a sauna, and aromatherapy experience showers. Other areas include a tea lounge serving healthy refreshments, and a boutique offering natural skincare products. The Mandarin Oriental spa has a vast repertoire of facials, massages and treatments based on ancient and contemporary techniques. Services of a beauty salon are also available here.

# 4

The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai Pudong

Occupying the uppermost reaches of an imposing 58-floor skyscraper in Lujiazui, the Ritz-Carlton places you in the heart of glamorous and every-busy Pudong, Shanghai’s upscale financial and commercial district. From this sky-high setting, the hotel is able to offer fantastic views of the Oriental Bund TV Tower, the Bund, and the cityscape beyond. The spacious and sunny rooms here smartly showcase Art Deco elements within their modern interiors, and invite you to stay in and marvel at panoramic city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. There are plenty of feathers in the Ritz-Carlton’s cap, including the highest alfresco dining area in all of China, and a magnificent spa on the 55th floor. This luxurious 1500-square-foot wellness facility comprises an indoor heated pool, a round-the-clock gym, a dry sauna, a steam room, and 10 treatment rooms with gorgeous views over Shanghai. Head here for therapeutic experiences crafted using ESPA and Valmont products, and to indulge in signature journeys such as the Oriental Pearl Spa Treatment, a traditional Chinese Foot Reflexology Ritual, a rejuvenating Hot Stone Massage, a traditional Chinese Tuina massage, and a variety of facials and body scrubs to leave your skin feeling hydrated and rejuvenated.

# 5

The Puli Hotel and Spa

A glamorous hotel that tends to feature in fashion magazines, the Puli has a coveted location in Shanghai’s city center, is well connected to the historic sights of old Shanghai, and faces the Jing An temple and park. The vibe here is one of deliberate seclusion, though the buzzy skylines of Shanghai’s newer districts are clearly visible from across the Hangpu. Treat your eyes to delicious minimalist interiors, featuring expanses of polished black stone, Oriental antiques, and stylish lighting. The Puli has restful, streamlined rooms, a variety of atmospheric indoor and outdoor public areas, and multiple dining options with great views. But its crowning glory is the Anantara Spa, a softly lit haven of dark finishes, park views, and lovely aromas. In addition to a 25m indoor pool and a full-service fitness center, the spa has multiple jet pools, saunas, steam rooms, and teak-paneled treatment areas, and offers a curated collection of relaxing and rejuvenating therapies from the ancient traditions of China, Thailand, and India. The facials, massages and body care treatments offered here employ organic products and antioxidant rich tea, creating unique sensory experiences. You can expect to find season-inspired herbal compresses, body wraps and aromatherapy journeys on the spa menu at the Puli.

# 6

The Langham Xintiandi Shanghai

A striking modern high-rise in a historic neighborhood, the Langham offers a unique perspective on Shanghai. It shares real estate with the close-knit alleys and terracotta capped buildings of the shikumen area of Xintiandi, which is now metamorphosing into one of the city’s trendiest entertainment districts. The area around is a delight to explore, and a subway station is right across the street taking you practically anywhere in Shanghai. There’s a lovely swimming pool on the premises, as well as a Chuan spa with over 60 different treatments involving facials, body wraps and polishes, foot and hand therapies, and full body massages. All of these are drawn from traditional Chinese medicine and the principles of Wu-Xing.

# 7

Park Hyatt Shanghai

Bang in the middle of Shanghai’s Lujiazui business district, Park Hyatt occupies floors 79 to 93 of the Shanghai World Financial Center. It offers streamlined residential-style accommodation pairing the trademark Park Hyatt sophistication with subtle Chinese references. A plethora of dining options aside, this hotel is also home to the Water’s Edge Spa, an expansive wellness facility comprising a 20m infinity pool with dramatic city views, a whirlpool, a serene Tai Chi courtyard, 2 sauna rooms, and 2 treatment rooms. Treat yourself to a soothing Water’s Edge Signature Massage, a rigorous De-Stress Muscle Release treatment, aromatherapy inspired breath-work treatments, foot revitalizing treatments, acupressure massages, Tuina massages, reflexology, and detoxifying therapies.

# 8

Fairmont Peace Hotel On the Bund

Housed in a luxurious Art Deco building with a prime location on Shanghai’s historic Bund, Fairmont Peace Hotel offers a glamorous setting for your Shanghai getaway. Immerse yourself in the shopping experiences of Nanjing Road, explore the city’s historic parks and temples, and return to your elegant high-ceilinged room to view the nighttime splendor of Shanghai through your window. Fairmont Peace Hotel is home to the Willow Stream Spa, which consists of serene single- and double-occupancy spa suites, a plush mani-pedicure lounge, a relaxation zone, and a spa boutique. Experience traditional Chinese foot therapies, anti-ageing jade facials, and skin hydration rituals with aromatic bath oils, among a host of other facials, massages and treatments.

# 9

JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square

This Downtown Shanghai hotel is across the street from People’s Square, and well-connected to museums, theatres, and the Bund. Its upscale rooms and suites have stylish furniture, rich wooden feature walls, panoramic city views, and luxurious modern bathrooms. Comfortable beds will ensure that you get your full quota of sleep, and 24/7 room service will let you take things at your own pace. Do what you need to do to beat your jetlag – a dip in the indoor or outdoor pool, a soak in the Jacuzzi, or a rejuvenating session at the sauna. JW Marriott is also home to the Mandara Spa, a warmly lit sanctuary of traditional Chinese therapies and stress-busting massages, offered in a serene, wood-finished space replete with Oriental accents.

# 10

Kerry Hotel Pudong Shanghai

Located in pulsating Pudong, right by Century Park, Kerry Hotel is housed within a sleek glass fronted skyscraper. Operating under the Shangri-La banner, this hotel has top-notch amenities and great service. Besides offering spacious modern rooms, the hotel showcases some unique experiences – a microbrewery, for instance, and the largest fitness facility in Shanghai. The latter includes an expansive gym, sports facilities, and a luxurious spa offering treatments inspired by the principles of Chinese martial arts. These include restorative massages, physiotherapy, and myriad facials and body care treatments.

# 11

Grand Hyatt Shanghai

Grand Hyatt Shanghai has an enviable location in Pudong’s Jin Mao Tower, an iconic spire crowned skyscraper rising to 88 floors. Views from Grand Hyatt’s rooms and restaurants are majestic, capturing the entire panorama of the glittering Shanghai skyline and the old city that it soars over. Stay in the Art Deco inspired rooms and suites of this hotel, and unwind at the Club Oasis Spa, a gorgeous expanse of Italian marble, mosaics, and picture windows. The spa has separate facilities for men and women, including hot and cold plunge pools, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpool tubs, and relaxation areas. Try its array of facials and body care treatments, enjoy an oasis stone massage, some aromatherapy, and oxygenation rituals.

# 12

InterContinental Shanghai Ruijin

Housed within the former State Guest House, Intercontinental Shanghai Ruijin offers you the opportunity to stay in a peaceful, tree-lined property on Ruijin Er Road, and admire the glittering skyscrapers of the city from a distance. Rooms and suites here are stately and attached to private terraces or patios. The property also houses the serene InterContinental Spa, which offers a range of hydrotherapies, beauty treatments, steam baths, sauna rituals, facials, body wraps, and massages. There are separate treatment and relaxation areas for men and women at this spa.

# 13

Marriott Hotel City Centre

This Marriott hotel sits right in the heart of Downtown Shanghai, offering easy access to the Bund, Nanjing Road, and public transit stations to get you to any other corner of the city. Rooms here have great city views, comfortable pillow-top beds, and 24-hour room service. There are diverse dining options here, in addition to a luxury spa which offers everything from foot baths, to eye treatments, to couple’s massages, to salon services including waxing and nail care. The spa’s facilities are complemented by an indoor pool, a sauna, and a gym.

# 14

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Ideally suited to sightseeing itineraries and shopping escapades in Shanghai, the elegant Grand Central Hotel is a 15-minute walk away from the Bund, not much further from the Yu Garden, and right by the shopping streets of Nanjing. Its imposing built form houses stately rooms and plush suites with their own Jacuzzis, saunas, and private gardens. Wellness facilities here include a gym, an indoor pool, a sauna, a treatments area offering a variety of massages, and a dedicated hair salon. Grab a bite at the hotel’s French or Cantonese restaurant after your spa day.

# 15

WH Ming Hotel Shanghai

Located near Huangxing Park in the Yangpu district, WH Ming Hotel is a little removed from the buzzier parts of the city. Sitting on the water’s edge, it offers travelers a much needed break from the urban mayhem of Shanghai. Even so, this is a modern hotel housed in a contemporary high-rise, and has state-of-art facilities to back up its spacious lake view rooms. The building houses the Fei Spa, one of the largest wellness facilities in Shanghai. This spa has artistically appointed spaces, set against views of lush greenery. The menu includes Chinese, Thai and European massages, which are offered in the 9 treatment rooms of the spa, and in the 22 spa suites in the hotel’s annex building. In addition to massages, guests can also enjoy water based treatments in the spa’s experience showers, Jacuzzi, and steam room.

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