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The Temple House

Chengdu, China • Chun Xi Road • SPLURGE

avg. $311 / night

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At a glance

Qing dynasty courtyards and contemporary towers converge in Joyce Wang interiors that reference traditional Sichuan joinery.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts exploring Chengdu's cultural layers

Highlights:

  • Restored Qing dynasty courtyards anchoring contemporary limestone towers
  • Joyce Wang interiors mixing bleached oak with black-lacquered Sichuan joinery
  • Subterranean pool with elliptical ribbed ceiling and ripple mosaic floor
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PB hotel design editorial

At the center of the development sits a cluster of restored Qing dynasty courtyard buildings, their grey-tiled sweeping roofs and timber-latticed facades pressed up against two contemporary stone towers that rise nine floors above Chengdu's Chunxi Road shopping district. This layered collision — ancient and new sharing a single site — is exactly the organizing idea behind The Temple House, the Swire Hotels property that opened in 2015 with architecture by Make Architects and interiors by the Hong Kong-based Joyce Wang Studio. The towers are clad in textured limestone panels divided by dark metal reveals, a massing that keeps the new construction in quiet dialogue with the historic structures below without pretending to mimic them. Joyce Wang's interiors translate that same conversation into furniture and material. Guest rooms in the contemporary tower range from spare and luminous — bleached oak panelling, off-white wool rugs, modular seating in pale linen — to the more theatrically Chinese register of the black-lacquered fretwork bed canopies visible in the upper-floor suites, their geometric lattice pattern lifted directly from traditional Sichuan joinery. The restaurant, by contrast, leans into a darkly glamorous mid-century mood: green leather Chesterfield banquettes, dark emperador marble columns, and a coffered brass ceiling grid that throws warm reflected light across walnut barrel chairs. Below grade, the pool chamber is among the more quietly dramatic spaces in any Chinese city hotel, its concentric elliptical ceiling ribs — illuminated in alternating bands of gold and shadow — echoing the ripple mosaic inlaid into the pool floor beneath.

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About

Upper House Chengdu is one of three Houses of the Upper House brand, located in the heart of Chengdu within Taikoo Li Chengdu, a bustling open-plan complex combining retail and heritage. The 100-room House and its 42 serviced residences form an integral part of the city government’s conservation project to preserve the surrounding heritage buildings next to the thousand-year-old Daci Temple. Elegant bamboo trees frame the House’s entrance, which is set in a beautifully restored hundred-year-old Chinese courtyard built in the Qing Dynasty. Mi Xun houses the MICHELIN-starred Mi Xun Teahouse serving vegan Sichuan cuisine - the only restaurant in the city to be recognised with a Green Star - as well as an award-winning spa. Upper House Chengdu also offers a dynamic collection of outlets including The Temple Café – the all-day dining restaurant, Tivano – a MICHELIN guide selected Italian restaurant, and Jing Bar – a lively bar featuring live DJs.

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The Temple House Reviews

3,937 reviews

"This was our family's first time in Chengdu, and staying here honestly made the trip unforgettable. The staff were absolutely the sweetest, they greeted us the moment we walked through the door and made sure we had everything we needed, big or small. They were always standing by to help with my grandfather's wheelchair, which meant the world to us. When it started raining, they appeared with umbrellas. When we wanted to head out, they were right there to pick us up and help push him along. And the little things? Like when my clothes tore, they noticed and brought us a needle kit. It felt like they could read our minds. Everything they did came from the heart, not just a script. We left feeling so warm and grateful, and we're absolutely coming back."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Aug 18, 2026

"This was my first time visiting Chengdu, and my stay at this hotel turned out absolutely wonderful. Special thanks to Sky at the front desk, who thoughtfully arranged a fantastic room for me. Concierge Alfred kindly recommended an amazing local Sichuan restaurant with authentic flavors that I truly loved. The hotel boasts sleek, minimalist and elegant public spaces with brilliant design. I swam in the pool in the morning and practically had the whole area to myself. All pool staff were incredibly polite, and Nick from the breakfast restaurant patiently helped me refine my swimming strokes every time I visited. Even the security guards always greeted me warmly whenever we crossed paths. The service throughout the property was attentive and heartfelt. The only small downsides are that my guest room felt a little dim, and the shower room is somewhat cramped. Still, the gorgeous design of all public areas more than makes up for these tiny flaws. Overall, I had an excellent experience and would highly recommend this hotel."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Aug 18, 2026

"Our stay at The Upper house Chengdu was fantastic. We really appreciate all the help provided by Troy, who made our trip much smoother."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Aug 17, 2026

"I was in Chengdu for business and took the opportunity to make some time to discover this beautiful city. I work for a luxury goods company, and Upper House Chengdu came highly recommended by our executive management — it is also the hotel where our Chairman stays when visiting Chengdu. After experiencing it myself, I completely understand why. The location is absolutely perfect. You are right in the center of everything, surrounded by shopping, restaurants and the energy of Chengdu. Yet the moment you enter the hotel, the city seems to disappear. It becomes this incredibly peaceful, quiet and luxurious sanctuary — truly the best of both worlds. The rooms are outstanding. Ours was extremely spacious, modern and beautifully designed, and most importantly, spotlessly clean. Everything has been exceptionally well thought out, down to the smallest details. Every amenity you could possibly need is provided — and then some. I genuinely cannot think of a single negative comment or recommendation regarding the room. It was simply perfect. Breakfast is excellent, with a huge selection combining an extensive buffet with à la carte options. There is something for everyone, and the quality is exactly what you would expect from a hotel of this caliber. But what truly elevates Upper House Chengdu is the people. Every member of the team we encountered was incredibly kind, polite and welcoming. There is a genuine desire to go the extra mile and make sure you are having an exceptional stay. This review would not be complete without a very special mention of Mr. Danny Qi, Director of Guest Experience. Mr. Qi assisted me with restaurant reservations and so much more throughout our stay. He truly understands what exceptional luxury hospitality and customer experience mean. His attention to detail, responsiveness and ability to anticipate what a guest needs made our entire stay incredibly smooth and effortless. Our experience in Chengdu simply would not have been the same without him. And a little P.S.: dinner at The Bridge, which Mr. Qi helped arrange, was one of the highlights of our entire trip. I now completely understand why my management recommended Upper House Chengdu. I am genuinely not sure how you could find a better hotel in Chengdu. It checks every box for a sophisticated, elevated luxury stay: beautiful design, immaculate rooms, an unbeatable location, excellent food and, above all, truly exceptional service. I will absolutely be back on my next visit to Chengdu and could not recommend Upper House Chengdu more highly."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Aug 16, 2026

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