Banyan Tree Shanghai O T Bund, ShanghaiBanyan Tree Shanghai O T Bund in Shanghai, China has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.3 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 45 of 420 hotels we score in Shanghai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.8, Tripadvisor 4.8. Rooms from about $316 a night (cached, not a live quote).Banyan Tree Shanghai On The Bund sits on the banks of the Huangpu River in the northern Bund area. This smoke-free hotel overlooks the Lujiazui skyline and is a short walk from Waibaidu Bridge and the nearest subway station. It suits travellers seeking river views and high-end facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, a fitness suite, and a rooftop terrace. Guests can choose from three on-site restaurants or visit the spa for massage treatments. Rooms include air conditioning, minibars, and flat-screen televisions. While the location is central to local attractions, some guests find the property decor feels slightly dated.What stands out

River and skyline views

Close to subway and bridge

Three on-site restaurants

Indoor swimming pool

Watch out for

Dated interior decor

Strict room upgrade policy

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