Hotel presentation
- The legendary and lavish Fairmont Peace Hotel originally known as the Cathay Hotel opened in 1929, conveniently located on the iconic Bund overlooking Shanghai’s Huangpu River. Each of 270 guests rooms are inspired by Art Deco design emblematic of the vibrancy and entrepreneurial sprit of Shanghai. 178sqm unique Nine Nations Suites have been preserved from the original Deluxe Suites of the Cathay Hotel since 1929, nine different countries namely China, India, England, America, France, Spain, Japan, Italy and Germany.
- Since 2010, Fairmont Peace Hotel was fully revitalized and opened after three-year thoughtful restoration as an Art Deco masterpiece and landmark of Shanghai on the Bund.
- Fairmont Peace Hotel located on the Bund is within walking distance of many major attractions, including Yu Yuan Garden and Nanjing Shopping pedestrian Road. The Bund is known as a “Museum of International Architecture” and Fairmont Peace Hotel is one of the defining features of the Bund’s skyline.
- General Information
- Grand Opening Date: 2010
- 232 elegantly appointed guestrooms with 38 glamorous suites. (Total: 270 rooms/suites)
- Number of Meeting Space: 14 meeting rooms
- Number of Food and Beverage Outlets: 4 restaurants and 1 bar
- Willow Stream Spa and Gym
- Peace Museum
Meeting Facilities
The Fairmont
Peace Hotel is offering twelve different event venues with art deco masterpieces design according to event size.
- Peace Hall 540sqm: Glamorous Art Deco Peace Hall where the best parties and celebrations were held since 1929.
- The Rooftop 695sqm: Stunning events space, one of the largest and most historic roof terraces on The Bund. The view is one of the finest in Shanghai, looking out on three sides over the Huangpu River and across the water to the incredible skyline of Pudong.
- Nine Heaven 105sqm: Adjacent to the roof terrace is Nine Heavens Hall, which was once used exclusively for Sir Victor’s private parties. It has been perfectly restored to its original 1920s glory and offers 270-degree views of the river. Both private dining rooms and Nine Heavens Hall are available for hire and all three form the perfect extension of the outdoor roof terrace.
- Cloud Nine 87sqm: Glass house venue on rooftop with extension of the outdoor roof terrace and full air condition and heating.
- Chun Shen 215sqm: the original name for the Huangpu River. The 215-square-metre space is flooded with natural light and has been immaculately designed to complement the Art Deco style of the Fairmont Peace Hotel, with wood panelling lining the walls and original cast-iron windows that offer a compelling view of the Bund that will lend any event a sense of excitement and prestige.
- All event venues Shanghai Room 90sqm, Thames room 110sqm and other venues are offering cutting-edge audio-visual technology as well as high-speed and wireless Internet access. A full-service Business Centre provides comprehensive support for all technical needs.
Restaurant & Bars
The Fairmont Peace Hotel is proud to present their 5 signature
restaurants, bars and lounges reviving the iconic hotel’s rich history for fine
dining and entertainment. Holding the Far East’s most legendary hotel address
back in Shanghai’s 1930s ‘Paris of the Orient’ heyday, the hotel was
one of the world’s most prestigious places to dine and socialize. Reviving this
sense of style and sophistication, the 5 venues – Dragon Phoenix, The Cathay Room, Jasmine Lounge, The
Jazz Bar and Victor’s – combine world-renowned
chefs, genre-defining cuisine, exquisite services and spectacular art deco
design to continue the hospitality of this legendary landmark.
Dragon Phoenix
is one of the city’s most prestigious Shanghainese cuisine restaurant for impressing guests and business
associates. The superbly cooked regional Chinese cuisines are served under its
timeless heritage interiors with reference to the symbols of the Chinese
Emperor, while the restaurant on the eighth floor overlooks the Huangpu River and the soaring Pudong skyline. Our Chinese master chef John Ma, was selected as one of the master chefs
to serve Shanghainese cuisines for China president Xi, France
president Macron and other delegations in 2019 China International
Import Expo.
The Cathay Room, signature French restaurant on the ninth floor
serves guests throughout the day in casually elegant surroundings. The inviting
room used to host its founder, Sir Victor Sassoon and his friends for a night
of quality food, wine and company. The Cathay Terrace Bar, at the refreshing open-air terrace outside The Cathay Room can
be reserved for exclusive private dinners with customized menus.
The Old Jazz Bar, quite simply a Shanghai institution. Originally designed as an English pub named the Horse & Hound it was a showcase for the popularity of jazz in the 1930s, and the bar’s successful jazz bands provided entertainment for many politicians, celebrities, movie stars and global travelers. The revamped space is practically a throwback to the city’s romantic 1930s ‘golden age’. Its timeless cocktails and legendary jazz make it a not-to-be-missed destination for Shanghai residents and visitors who get into the swing in the early evening with the world-famous Old Jazz Band, whose six veteran musicians have been a fixture at the Peace Hotel for decades. The oldest jazz band in Guinness record, average 82 years old performs their band every day from 19:00pm to 23:00pm and the band plays nostalgic dance and swing tunes from the 1920s and 1930s.
Jasmine Lounge at lobby, which launched the
trend for high tea and tea dances in Shanghai
during the 1930s. An atmospheric spot to enjoy the vibrancy of the heritage
hotel lobby, Jasmine Lounge serves the finest selection of teas from around the
world, with afternoon tea delicacies on every Sunday.
Victor’s Cafe, a gourmet French
patisserie and boulangerie looking out to Nanjing East Pedestrian Road and named after the hotel’s
founder Victor Sassoon.
It serves an assortment of fine pastries, artisanal breads and handcrafted
pralines.
Location & Access
Fairmont Peace Hotel is located at the center of Shanghai on the bund, must visit place whenever visiting to Shanghai.
- Easy access thru metro station Line 10 & 2 Nanjing Road East
- Shanghai Pudong international Airport 42.9km/ 50mins drive
- Shanghai Hongqiao international airport and train station 17km/ 30-40mins drive
Surroundings
Fairmont Peace Hotel is located in the heart of city downtown and Bund area adjacent with Nanjing East Pedestrian Street. Of the city’s most sought-after properties, this global hotel icon combines historic grandeur with modern amenities, making it ideal for 21st Century luxury travelers. With great location, every guests can be easy access to everywhere for their shopping, dining and exploring city. Just a few steps away from Fairmont Peace Hotel.
Room Accomodation
Guestrooms feature 1930s period flourishes along with contemporary comforts and cutting-edge technology. Fashionable luxury materials of the day, such as grey-vein marble, Noir St. Laurent dark limestone and walnut burl grain woods, adorn the interior surfaces. A soft buff and blue color palette, ornately coffered ceilings, polished copper balustrades and Lalique glass fixtures are also on display. The vintage furnishings conceal state-of-the-art in-room technology, like a 37-inch plasma TV, Dyson hairdryer and wireless and Broadband Internet with ‘plug-and-play’ connectivity. Marble clad bathrooms feature double vanities, a bath-side LCD screen and rainforest shower. The famous Nine Nations Suites, preserved from the original hotel, are unique 178-square-meter rooms that pay homage to the cultural and stylistic influences of nine different nations, namely India, England, China, America, France, Italy, Spain, Japan and Germany, and have hosted countless VIP, diplomats and celebrities over the decades.
Activities & Leisure
Fairmont Peace Hotel also offers museum tour while staying with us and it is very unique experience to join our tour that every guest can be immersive to being Shanghai 1930s-1980s history. With a luxurious Willow Stream Spa, fully equipped Fitness Centre and private sky-lit swimming pool. These wellness offerings are located in a sensitively designed low-rise extension to the original heritage building.
Services
- Great location on the iconic Bund overlooking Shanghai’s Huangpu River and Bund’s skyline.
- The hotel is in the unrivaled shopping area on Nanjing East Pedestrian Road, where it is the perfect place to explore Shanghai’s spectacular scenery and vibrant lifestyle.
- With origins dating back more than nine decades, one and only landmark Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai that retains all of the prestige and style of its heritage, blended seamlessly with 21st century service and facilities.
- Reputation Performance Score in Greater China is No 1.
- Winning awards from TripAdvisor, Conde Nast and seven consecutive years for Forbes four stars.
- Unique Art Deco Designed Nine Nations Suites. -Nine different countries namely India, England, America, France, Spain, Japan and Germany.
- One of the most historic live music band since 1930s at Old Jazz Bar, Guinness world record with average age is 82 years old.
- Peace Museum offering the fascinating history and presents the story of the hotel from Cathay to Fairmont Peace Hotel, with collected items and memorabilia since 1929.
- Five dining and entertainment venues are where heritage and haute blend to reflect new spirit of Shanghai.
Room accommodation |
|
---|---|
Total rooms |
270 |
Twin rooms |
45 |
Single rooms |
187 |
Suite rooms |
38 |
Free wifi |
Yes |
Meeting space |
|
Ballrooms |
14 |
Meeting rooms |
15 |
Max surface |
540 sqm |
Max height |
6 m |
Natural light |
Yes |
Pillarless |
No |
Outdoor space |
Yes |
LED screen on-site |
Yes |
Projector resolution |
8000 lm |
Free wifi |
Yes |
VIP rooms |
Yes |
Restaurants |
|
Num restaurants |
5 |
Dragon Phoenix |
Chinese restaurant with quintessential Shanghainese specialties |
Cathay Room |
Fine European cuisine |
Jasmine Lounge |
Afternoon Tea & Tea Dance |
Victor's Cafe |
pastries and cakes, gourmet baguettes, sweet and savory crepes, homemade quiches, soups and fresh sa |
Transportation |
|
Distance to airport |
16 km (20 min / HongQiao International Airport SHA) |
Distance to airport 2 |
48 km (40 min / Pudong International Airport PVG) |
Distance to train station |
4 km (15 min / Shanghai Railway Station) |
Distance to train station 2 |
23 km (40 min / Hongqiao Railway Station) |
Subway station |
500 m (3 walk / East Nanjing Rd - line 2) |
Subway station 2 |
500 m (3 walk / East Nanjing Rd - line 10) |
Meeting Room | Sqm (m2) | Height (m) | Classroom | U-Shape | Cocktail | Floor: Floor M |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chunshen | 155 | 2.6 | 80 | 40 | - |
Thames Room | 110 | 2.65 | 40 | 24 | - |
Heritage Room | 55 | 3 | 18 | 21 | - |
Chunshen1 | 30 | 2.5 | 12 | 10 | - |
Chunshen2 | 30 | 2.5 | 12 | 10 | - | Floor: Floor 11 |
Rooftop | 695 | - | - | - | |
Nine Heaven | 105 | 2.6 | 30 | 27 | - | Floor: Floor 8 |
Peace Hall | 540 | 6.5 | 200 | 80 | - |
Salon2010 | 90 | 3 | 42 | 33 | - |
Shanghai Room | 90 | 3 | 36 | 27 | - |
Salon1956 | 30 | 3 | - | - | - |
Salon1929 | 25 | 3 | 12 | 10 | - |
Business Center | 25 | 3 | - | - | - | Floor: Floor 9 |
Scotland Room | 35 | 2.6 | - | 16 | - |
England Room | 24 | 2.6 | - | 12 | - |