Shanghai Sheshan Shimao Intercontinental Hotel, which is rated as one of the “Top Ten World Architectural Wonders” by National Geographic, is like a bright pearl inlaid in the abandoned quarry at the foot of Sheshan in Shanghai. It attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique architectural style and luxurious service experience.
The hotel is located at No. 5888 Chenhua Road, Songjiang District, Shanghai. It is developed and constructed by Shimao Group and managed by InterContinental Hotels Group. Its architectural pattern is extremely special, with 2 floors above – ground and 15 floors below – ground, reaching 88 meters below the ground surface. The total building area is more than 61,087 square meters. The hotel has a total of 336 guest rooms and suites, and all guest rooms are equipped with viewing balconies, allowing guests to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the cliff waterfall.
As soon as you enter the hotel lobby, the design with the theme of “Adventure in the Center of the Earth” will make you 眼前一亮. The three – dimensional bronze – colored wall echoes the rock formation of the quarry, as if you are in a mysterious land at the center of the earth. The dynamic water curtain in the center of the lobby pours down like the Milky Way falling from the sky, constantly changing its shape, bringing a shocking visual enjoyment. Taking the fully – transparent sightseeing glass elevator down to the bottom of the pit, with a height of 80 meters and a speed of 2 meters per second, you can immerse yourself in the panoramic view of the quarry while feeling the passion of speed.
The landscape of the hotel is amazing. During the day, you can enjoy the waterfall flowing down from the 100 – meter – high cliff, and the water splashes when it hits the pond. At night, a grand cliff light and shadow show will be staged here. Inspired by the “Classic of Mountains and Seas”, combined with technologies such as lights, lasers, fog machines and drones, pictures of mysterious beasts and fantasy star – scenes are presented on the cliff of more than 18,000 square meters, as if taking people into a mythical world.
The hotel’s dining experience is also very rich. The Yuhuo Under – water Restaurant on the – 15th floor is surrounded by a giant aquarium. When dining, sharks, manta rays, etc. swim over your head, as if you are in a dragon palace under the sea. Caifenglou Chinese Restaurant provides authentic Cantonese cuisine and Shanghai – style cuisine, allowing diners to taste the delicious food on the tip of their tongue. The buffet breakfast in Yuan Coffee All – Day Restaurant has a wide variety of dishes, including freshly – fried steaks, jianbing guozi, etc., and you can also enjoy it on the terrace with an excellent view.
In terms of entertainment and leisure, the hotel has an indoor heated – water swimming pool. The unique design of “Clear Spring Karst Cave” with “Mushroom Bubble” decorations is like a dream. Swimming in it, you can also enjoy the outdoor waterfall landscape. In addition, there are children’s playgrounds, SPA centers, indoor rock – climbing, kayaking and other projects. Whether it is a family trip or a couple’s vacation, you can find your own fun.
For family – friendly trips, the hotel will also launch special activities from time to time, such as the “Little Experience Officer” activity. Children can collect stamps to exchange for dining rights or buffet dinners by completing tasks such as wooden – plank – road adventure, water – curtain – show watching, and water – sports challenge, and can also obtain the “Little Experience Officer” honorary certificate.
In short, Shanghai Sheshan Shimao Intercontinental Hotel is not just a hotel, but a miraculous journey of the perfect integration of architecture and nature. Here, you can feel the uncanny workmanship of nature and the ingenious combination of human wisdom, and experience unprecedented luxury and shock. It is an ideal choice that you must stay in once in your life.
