Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Shanghai, China
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Is Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund good? Overview, pros and cons
Verdict: 9.0/10 (Staylist AI score). Guests praise: historic Bund building; wonderful personal concierges; great breakfast. No recurring complaint stands out.
Staylist AI overview · based on 7 public guest reviews
“Bund heritage icon, concierge stars”
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund is an irreplaceable heritage landmark — Bund No.2's century-old building with a retro spiral staircase, warm-lit lobby, old-Shanghai atmosphere, and the must-visit Long Bar. Suites preserve original layouts: wooden floors, fireplace decor, four-poster beds, walk-in closets and marble baths with clawfoot tubs. Personal concierges (Aaron, Caty, Hedy, Evelynn, Jude) are repeatedly praised for perfectly measured service, and the rich breakfast covers authentic local and Western dishes. A must-stay for photos and tourism.
- Service
- Perfectly measured, praised personal concierge service.
- Rooms
- Spacious heritage suites with clawfoot tubs.
- Food
- A rich breakfast with local dishes.
- Location
- Right on the Bund; unbeatable position.
- Facilities
- The atmospheric Long Bar is unmissable.
- Historic Bund building
- Wonderful personal concierges
- Great breakfast
- Long Bar
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sauna
- Gym
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How it compares
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund ranks #121 of 482 hotels Staylist lists in Shanghai and #54 of 152 5-star hotels there. At about $355 a night it is 150% above the median for 5-star hotels in Shanghai ($142). The closest listed alternative is HanTing Hotel (Shanghai The Bund Yuyuan Subway Station), 200 m away (score 9.3).
About the hotel
- Address
- No. 2 Zhongshan East 1st Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, 200002, China
- Hotel class
- ★★★★★ 5-star
- Chain
- Waldorf Astoria (Hilton)
- Opened
- 2011
- Renovated
- 2025
- Check-in / out
- From 15:00 · by 12:00
- Distance to centre
- 1.4 km
- Getting there
- Airport: Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (20.09 km) · Train Station: Shanghai Railway Station (6.89 km) · Metro: Yuyuan Garden (0.56 km)
- Children
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Nearby hotels
- HanTing Hotel (Shanghai The Bund Yuyuan Subway Station)200 m · 9.3 · $62
- Old bungalow with view of Shanghai Bund200 m · 7.9 · $47
- Ling Homestay (The Bund Branch)200 m · 9.6 · $117
- Jinglai Hotel·Bushe (Shanghai Nanjing East Road Bund Branch)300 m · 9.6 · $89
- The Westin Bund Center Shanghai300 m · 8.1 · $172
Amenities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sauna
- Spa
- Gym
- Public parking
- Airport pick-up
- Bar
- 6 Restaurants
- Cafe
- Taxi booking service
- Airport drop-off
- Station pick-up
- Conference room
- Multi-function room
- Currency exchange
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Laundry room
- Station drop-off
- Ling Long
Frequently asked questions
- What time is check-in at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund?
- Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00.
- Does Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund have a pool?
- Yes: indoor swimming pool.
- Is there parking at Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund?
- Yes: public parking.
- Does Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund offer an airport transfer?
- Yes: airport pick-up, airport drop-off.
- What wellness facilities does Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund have?
- Sauna, Spa, Gym.
- How far is Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund from the airport?
- The nearest airport is Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, about 20.09 km away.
- How far is Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund from the centre of Shanghai?
- About 1.4 km.
- Is Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund suitable for children?
- Children of all ages are welcome at this property.