Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li, ShanghaiCapella Shanghai Jian Ye Li in Shanghai, China has a corrected score of 4.4 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 3 of 420 hotels we score in Shanghai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.8 before correction: Booking.com 4.7, Tripadvisor 4.8. Rooms from about $796 a night (cached, not a live quote).Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li is a five-star urban resort located in the Xuhui District cultural preservation zone. The property consists of 55 three-story villas converted from the final cluster of shikumen townhouses in the area. The interiors feature Parisian influences and the hotel includes a garden, a rooftop terrace, and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Guests can access a spa, a swimming pool, and various massage services. It suits travellers seeking historical architecture alongside modern amenities like air conditioning and underground parking. The hotel is situated near the Zhaojiabang metro station. One limitation is that check-in at 12pm is subject to availability.What stands out

Michelin-starred dining

Historic shikumen architecture

Private villa accommodation

On-site spa and pool

Watch out for

Check-in time depends on availability

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