You only have one life to live so make the most of it. When you visit Shanghai stay at the Waldorf Astoria. The Shanghai Waldorf was the first new purpose-built Waldorf Astoria outside the United States. The hotel exudes the elegance of the early 1900s that was the signature of the Bund. The building was once the Shanghai Club, an exclusive men’s club catering to the Shanghai elite.
At one time members would stand the 100-plus-foot mahogany bar based on their social standing, the higher the standing the closer to the Bund. Today guests can sit or stand anywhere they desire in the Long Bar enjoying their choice of libations, a wide selection of Cuban cigars, and another luxury of the olden days, the Oyster Bar. If you want to learn how to make one of their signature cocktails then sign up for their cocktail making experience.
Elegance is everywhere throughout the hotel from the marble pillars to the glittering chandeliers to the many conversation areas. In the Salon de Ville tearoom enjoy being pampered while taking part in high tea. The three-tiered stand offering luscious cakes and sandwiches is presented with panache while guests are seated on sumptuous sofas.
Viewed from above, the Grand Brasserie exhibits it unique design
that is both classic and modern. While dining during their expansive breakfast or for lunch or dinner guests are afford a view of the landscaped interior courtyard. No stay would be complete without a
Dim Sum lunch at the Wei Jing Ge Chinese restaurant. It is the perfect way to try a variety of Chinese delicacies. The attic décor with large open rafter wood ceilings and an eclectic display of art and Chinese reproduction antique create a memorable dining experience.
The stylish opulence doesn’t stop with the public areas. The spacious accommodations have plush beds, fine linens, walk-in closets, and a large marble bathroom with in-mirror TV and Toto washlets. Guests will appreciate the work area with complimentary WiFi, an LCD TV, and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests may also enjoy the Library Lounge. For more information log on to www.waldorfastoriashanghai.com.
