Built into the side wall of a former quarry in the Sheshan Mountain Range in south-western Shanghai, enter Intercontinental Shanghai Wonderland

Two floors are located below ground level and underwater of the 18-storey building

All of the 336 rooms and suites offer impressive views of the waterfalls and surrounding cliffs

Built into the side wall of a former quarry in the Sheshan Mountain Range in south-western Shanghai, enter Intercontinental Shanghai Wonderland

Two floors are located below ground level and underwater of the 18-storey building

The Glass Path from the hotel

The Quarry Bar

All of the 336 rooms and suites offer impressive views of the waterfalls and surrounding cliffs

The suite life: The furniture and lighting in every room was custom-designed or selected by Viel, and tailor-made by the likes of B&B, Maxalto, Flos and Flexform.

Dark oak floors provide on elegant contrast to the ivory coloured walls and semi-transparent bronze mesh screens.

A thoughtful feature of the 25-metre swimming pool: Overhead lights to assist guests swimming backstroke.

Probably nowhere else you'd rather be at night when the bathtub at Bvlgari Shanghai looks this good.

The Sukhothai Shanghai is located in the Jing’an district, marking the hotel's first foray into Mainland China.

Each room at The Sukhothai Shanghai is designed by the internationally-acclaimed Neri&Hu Design.

There are 31 residence-style suites from 44 to 172 square metres, amongst the largest in the city.

All guest rooms and suites are also appointed with a spacious bathroom, replete with amenities from Australian organic brand Grown Alchemist.

The grand entrance to The Middle House, an elegant oasis designed by Milan-based architect and designer Piero Lissoni.

URBAN Lounge offers a collection of over 100 premium gins and tonics and a special trolley with infused fresh herbs to be served with premium teas.

Inside Studio 70: Luxury bathroom accessories by SV Casa and artisanal bath products by Bamford.

Studio rooms start at a generous 50 square metres, and goes up to 100 square metres.

Indulge in an extraordinary selection of Chinese cuisine at Sui Tang Li, inspired by Cantonese, Sichuan and Shanghainese delicacies.

Good to know: Café Gray Deluxe at The Middle House is the sister restaurant to the iconic Café Gray Deluxe at The Upper House, Hong Kong.

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New hotels in Shanghai to check out during your next visit

Oriental luxury

Text: Amelia Chia

When you think of Shanghai, visions of colonial-era buildings, a brilliant night skyline, and steaming xiao long baos along narrow streets might come to mind. This vibrant city is China's biggest metropolis, and it comes as no surprise that tourists and businessmen alike have been flocking to Shanghai in droves over the last decade. With its pulsating energy, various businesses have also chosen to park themselves in this global financial hub. Case in point: most recently, our homegrown brand PS.Cafe's first international outlet. When it comes to speakeasies and luxury fashion brands, Shanghai has no lack of them.

Over the last year, the hotel scene has taken off as well — with the openings of InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai, The Middle House, and The Sukhothai Shanghai. From ritzy spas to opulent suites to world-class dining options, you'll find them all in these three brand-new residences. And perhaps, there's finally good enough reason to enjoy a relaxing weekend in Shanghai. It might seem like an unlikely choice, but these hotels are about to convince you otherwise.

Make a reservation with InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai, The Middle House, or The Sukhothai Shanghai.