by Joachim Fischer, Gran Melia, Shanghai

Lunging up from the prestigious Pudong District, overlooking the Huangpu River, Gran Meliá Shanghai Hotel dwells as a breathtaking testament to architectural ingenuity. The sleek and streamlined exterior climbs the sky—broadcasting elegance, commanding admiration, inspiring a world.

The Hotel brings a touch of Spain to China. It is the first and only Hotel of the Spanish hotel chain in China. Not only the Spanish ham in the restaurant, also the warm and professional service of the Spanish management will build a new place for overseas tourists and Chinese alike. With a dazzling array of world-class dining, a full-treatment YHI spa, and the brand-signature RedGlove Service, Gran Meliá Shanghai represents a new tier of luxury hotel accommodations.

An invigorating presence blankets every surface. It’s a rich and illuminating passion that radiates from this Shanghai, China hotel. The city’s eloquence is in the expertly planned décor, a loyal staff, and the cinematic view from the Red Passion; revealing a living, breathing Shanghai cityscape.

Gran Meliá Shanghai is located in the centre of the new area of Pudong, one of the most dynamic locations in the whole of the city. Pudong has become renowned as the financial heart of Asia and offers endless opportunities for business travellers. If you are visiting just to see the sights, the location is unbeatable, providing easy access to the city’s major tourist attractions including the Pearl Tower, the Super Brand Mall, the Shanghai Aquarium, the Financial Tower (with the highest observation tower in the world) and is only a short distance on public transport from Nanjing Road and People Square.

Gran Meliá Shanghai is located at a convenient distance from both Shanghai airports. It is just 30 minutes from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and 40 minutes from Pudong International Airport, with taxi and shuttle services to the city centre. The high speed Maglev train from Pudong International Airport takes you to a metro station on the same line as the hotel in only eight minutes.

Accommodations
Accommodations are themed for unconditional comfort and unite the precise balance between spacious living and relaxation. The rooms and suites that fill Gran Meliá Shanghai, one of the leading luxury hotels in Shanghai, ignite the imagination and define “warmth” as more than just a sensation, but a standard of living. Each guestroom sharing a spectacular view of Shanghai.

All 686 guestrooms include panoramic views, iPod connections, spacious marble bathrooms with walk-in showers and separate bathtubs, flat-screen TV with satellite programming, central air-conditioning with individual control panels, Separate working desk IDD and fax lines, Computer connection points and voice mail access, high-speed Internet with WiFi, a security safe, a mini bar, complimentary tea and coffee service, as well as 24-hour room service.

Bold design and a compassionate atmosphere decorate the guestrooms at Gran Meliá Shanghai Hotel; it’s the city’s rich culture, and a distinguished Sol Meliá heritage that emanates from the walls, dresses every linen, and gives this luxury hotel in Shanghai an irresistible charm.

Enjoy a Spanish lunch and a Chinese dinner, have a swim in the rooftop pool with a great view of the river, go dancing in the Cuban Club or just visit the Cigar Lounge and relax after a busy day in Shanghai. All this and more you can find in a single hotel.