At the Hotel Indigo® Shanghai on the Bund hotel, found along the south end of the Huangpu River, our lobby's eclectic sculptures and installations bring artifacts, such as retired rickshaws and shipyard metal reclaimed from historic Shiliupu Dock, to life. Our neighbourhood is reflected in each of our guest rooms through carefully sourced Shikumen bricks, spa-like bathroom decor suggesting Pudong’s skyline, and murals of nearby Yu Garden. Enjoy our indoor pool with river views before you share authentic xia long bao dumplings in the library at Quay, our neighbourhood cafe, or taste the glamour of old Shanghai at CHAR Bar & Grill. We offer four event spaces with natural light perfect for everything from brainstorms to fashion shows. For something different, ask our team members for tips on dining in Cool Docks or shopping on Nanjing Road.
Fully-equipped gym with famous brand "Startrac" in a refreshing environment overlooking the Huangpu River.
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Symbols of both old world and new converge here on the bustling Bund river, where iconic views of the modern city skyline meet the elegant, ancient Yu Gardens for a rest from the commercial hub of new-world Shanghai. Linking past and present and the traditional Chinese and Western worlds has long been a theme here, with architecture and culture that clearly reflect the area’s global and cross-generational influences. Writer Zhang Ailing merged classic Chinese literature with Western writing methods here, and actress Zhou Xuan personified the dreams of young women in movies filmed, further strengthening the running river of culture, character and history that flows from past to present in this colourful neighbourhood.
On five acres in the heart of Old Town, the garden includes the impressive 50-foot-tall Great Rockery, decorative and furnished historic pavilions, an artificial lake with the city’s oldest teahouse, authentic small steam buns (a famous local snack of Shanghai) and a host of natural features. This scenic park has served as a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city for more than 400 years.
Visitors can experience what the city was like decades ago as they peruse the antique stores, purchase gorgeous silks sold by the metre, or enjoy a shopping break for a cup of tea. The western side is lined with century-old stores that reflect the Ming- and Qing-style architecture with swinging doors, upward curving eaves and decorative balustrades in vivid red.
The picturesque Bund is a stretch of superb buildings originally built for the British along the Huangpu River. Once the main artery for trade in Shanghai, today it has become a promenade that offers some of the best views of Shanghai. Visit the Cool Docks, said to become the “next Xintiandi" of Shanghai for its combination of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops.
This market offers vast reams of fabric and trimmings at bargain prices. Bring your favourite pieces and have the on-site tailors sew made-to-measure replicas. Expect to pay approximately RMB800 for a suit, including material and workmanship.
Shanghai is known for two kinds of opera, Shanghai Opera and Shaoxing Opera. Shanghai Opera is originated from the folk song called Dongxiang tune in the Pudong district of Shanghai. Today, there are still plenty of performances in traditional theatres like the Tian Chan Yifu Theater on Fuzhou Road, No. 701.
Don’t be fooled by the location; this restaurant garners some of the city’s best reviews for dim sum. The bilingual menu offers tempting photos of mouth-watering delights, such as xiao long bao, dumplings with a pork or crab filling and a bit of soup inside very thin dough. For dessert, try the sweet soufflé egg whites, puffy doughnuts filled with banana and red bean.
The oldest teahouse in the city is a large pavilion in the lake in Yu Garden. The Mid-Lake Pavilion Teahouse (Hu Xin Pavilion) has been serving tea since 1855, although it was built in 1784 during the Ming Dynasty. Take your time while enjoying an excellent cup of tea and snacking on tasty rice dumplings or preserved plums, as you listen to traditional Chinese music.
We'll host seminars for 10-100 in our 4 meeting rooms, or stage product launches and fashion shows. Brainstorm on beanbags or refuel at the espresso bar. Our creative ideas will impress clients and inspire your team to think from a fresh perspective.