Entry No. 37 · Shanghai, China
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
Rising above Lujiazui's skyscrapers with sweeping Bund views, the Ritz-Carlton Pudong delivers Shanghai luxury from the 52nd floor and above.
- Brand
- Marriott · Ritz-Carlton
- Tier
- Ultra-Luxury
- Room
- Deluxe King River View
- Cash
- ¥2,000–4,000 / night
- Points
- 50,000–70,000
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Location
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong occupies the top floors (52-58) of the Shanghai IFC tower in Lujiazui, Pudong’s financial district. The hotel sits directly above the ifc Mall luxury shopping center and is connected to the Lujiazui Metro station. The Bund is directly across the Huangpu River (accessible by the Bund Sightseeing Tunnel or taxi), and Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 40 minutes by car.
AddressShanghai IFC, 8 Century Avenue, Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai 200120, China
Phone+86 21 2020 1888
The Property
The Ritz-Carlton Pudong is a sky hotel — the lobby, rooms, restaurants, and all facilities are located on floors 52 and above, providing a permanently elevated perspective on one of the world’s most dramatic skylines. The design is sleek and contemporary with Art Deco influences. An indoor pool with skyline views, a comprehensive spa, and a fitness center complement the hotel’s dining and service offerings.
Check-In
Check-in takes place on the 52nd floor after a high-speed elevator ride that sets the tone for the experience. The staff is polished and professional, with Bonvoy elite recognition handled smoothly.
Deluxe King River View
The Deluxe King River View room is stunning — floor-to-ceiling windows on the 53rd floor and above frame the historic Bund waterfront across the Huangpu River. At night, the Bund’s colonial-era buildings illuminate in a golden glow that is one of the great urban hotel views anywhere. The room is elegantly appointed with a comfortable king bed, work desk, flat-screen TV, minibar, and Nespresso machine.
Bathroom
The bathroom is luxurious with marble throughout, a deep soaking tub, separate rain shower, dual vanities, and Asprey amenities. The tub is positioned by the window, offering the surreal experience of bathing 50+ stories above Shanghai.
Restaurants & Bars
Flair (Rooftop Bar)
The 58th-floor rooftop bar is one of the most spectacular bar settings in the world — an open-air terrace with panoramic views of the Pudong skyline, the Bund, and the Huangpu River. Cocktails are creative and the atmosphere is electric.
Scena (Breakfast)
Italian restaurant serving an elegant breakfast with skyline views. Quality is high with both Western and Asian options.
Bottom Line
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong is a sky-high luxury experience that makes you feel like you are floating above one of the world’s most dynamic cities. The Bund views from the room are unforgettable, the Flair rooftop bar is a bucket-list experience, and the overall service meets Ritz-Carlton’s exacting standards. For Shanghai’s most dramatic hotel experience, this is the one.
Value
| Cash rate | ¥2,000–4,000 / night |
|---|---|
| Award cost | 50,000–70,000 |
| Implied cpp | 0.67¢ |
Cash rates average ¥2,000-¥4,000/night ($280-$560 USD). Bonvoy redemptions run 50,000-70,000 points/night. At $400 average, a 60,000-point redemption yields ~0.67cpp — above Marriott’s 0.5cpp. Book The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong through Scott & Thomas