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The Portman Ritz-Carlton

Shanghai • Jing An • OPTIMIZE

avg. $175 / night

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At a glance

John Portman's Shanghai tower with a monumental atrium, classical Chinese joinery screens, and limestone-vaulted pool.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts visiting Shanghai

Highlights:

  • John Portman-designed 50-story tower completed in 1998
  • Atrium lobby with monumental spatial ambition
  • Arched limestone colonnade pool with vaulted ribs
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PB hotel design editorial

John Portman's hand is unmistakable in the tower that rises above Nanjing West Road in Shanghai's Jing'an district — the same architect who reinvented the American atrium hotel with the Hyatt Regency Atlanta brought that same monumental spatial ambition to the Portman Ritz-Carlton when the property opened in 1998 as the centerpiece of his Shanghai Centre complex. The 50-story tower delivers 578 rooms above a mixed-use podium that has functioned as a self-contained urban quarter since the development's completion, with the illuminated red star of the nearby Exhibition Centre visible from upper-floor windows — a pointed reminder of the city's layered political history framed within a room of warm camel carpeting and leather-upholstered headboards. The interiors carry a palette of amber, champagne, and dark-stained timber throughout, with fretwork screens deployed as room dividers — their geometric lattice patterns drawing from classical Chinese joinery — and framed ink-wash prints introducing a quieter cultural register above beds dressed in crisp white linens. The bar space demonstrates a more recent sensibility, a brushed-copper counter beneath a cascading chandelier of smoked-glass globes on brass armatures, the ceiling above it animated by a deep-blue metallic installation that suggests a night sky seen through a grid. The indoor pool, housed within an arched colonnade of cream limestone and vaulted white ribs, carries the structural confidence that Portman brought to every space he touched — less decorative gesture than genuine architecture.

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About

The award-winning 593-room Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai is a landmark located in a retail, dining and entertainment complex on the famous West Nanjing Road. Situated in the heart of the commercial, shopping and entertainment district of the city, our luxury hotel features unparalleled service, exquisite dining experiences and spacious accommodations. Business center and extensive health club with swimming pool and 24-hour gym are also featured at our downtown Shanghai hotel. The Club Level features relaxed lounging, internet connection and sumptuous delicacies served throughout the day.

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Free Internet

Wheelchair Access

The Portman Ritz-Carlton Reviews

12,231 reviews

"We enjoyed a memorable stay during 9 days with our family at this amazing hotel. Quiet atmosphere. Location very central. Great rooms. Impressive view. Professional et friendly staff. Excellent Chinese and European breakfast (delicious pastries and cakes) We thank particularly Sofia and Linda so lovely ! Everything was perfekt. Highly recommended for both family and business staff."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 19, 2026

"This review is for Bas Wilbers and his entire operations team staff. I am writing to formally log an emergency complaint regarding a severe safety city code violation and a complete operational failure during our current stay at the Ritz-Carlton Shanghai. Due to the hotel’s slow reaction and failure to maintain a safe environment, I demand an immediate full refund for our stay and an urgent manager-arranged transfer to an alternative premium Marriott property in Shanghai for our remaining nights. On July 3rd-4th 2026, hotel staff workers heavily painted doors/hallways/walls directly in front of our rooms. The severe chemical vapors (oxymethylene/formaldehyde) which has potential to cause blood cancer, instantly filled our space and recirculated through ventilation to many other floors and triggered an acute, dangerous asthma attack in my young son. The hotel's handling of this medical and safety crisis has been entirely unacceptable: Negligent Delays & Communication Friction: When we called the front desk to report the toxic fumes, staff reacted with absolute indifference, ignoring the urgency of the situation. Forced Physical Escalation: Because our urgent phone requests were ignored, I was forced to leave my kids to physically confront the lounge concierge to secure a room change. Unresolved Contamination & Lost Time: The hotel failed to ventilate the area, allowing toxic fumes to spread through the property all day. We were finally forced to pack and move in the evening, only to find the smell had contaminated the whole hotel. This back-and-forth communication has cost our family two full days of our trip and caused immense stress. The Ritz-Carlton has breached its basic duty of care. We no longer feel safe staying in this building, nor do we have confidence in this specific team's capacity to manage guest health crises. Additionally, the Ritz Carlton Club lounge access on 43rd floor served afternoon tea scones which were not fully cooked (likely raw egg/not fully cooked egg) which right upon eating lead to food poisoning of our family members, including our children in which we all experienced severe immediate vomiting/diarrhea for 2+ days that required a hospital visit to cure."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 05, 2026

"This is truly a fantastic hotel. The rooms are spacious and well-maintained. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Yang working on the 42nd floor. She was friendly, helpful and always ready to solve my problems. It’s the excellent service that made my stay so pleasant."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jun 13, 2026

"I used to believe that Ritz-Carlton represented the highest standard of hospitality. As a Titanium Elite member, I booked this stay directly through the official Marriott app and expected a level of service consistent with a luxury brand. Unfortunately, my experience at The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai was deeply disappointing. During my stay, I experienced significant noise issues from neighboring rooms and the hallway, which seriously affected my ability to rest. I reported the issue during my stay, but it was never effectively resolved. What disappointed me even more was the customer care experience afterward. I opened a formal case on May 1 and followed up again on May 5. As of June 4, more than one month later, I still have not received any meaningful update or substantive response. At this point, my disappointment is no longer about the original hotel issue itself. It is about the apparent lack of urgency, ownership, and follow-through in handling customer concerns. This experience has fundamentally changed my view of luxury hotels and loyalty programs. Premium pricing and elite status mean very little if customer feedback is not taken seriously. I am sharing this experience so that future guests can make informed decisions and set realistic expectations."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jun 04, 2026

"The housekeeping staff JEAN showed first rate professionalism throughout my stay at the Hotel as observed by me in her deliverables, manner and attitude towards customers."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 25, 2026

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