Intercontinental Shanghai Ruijin, ShanghaiIntercontinental Shanghai Ruijin in Shanghai, China has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 51 of 420 hotels we score in Shanghai. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 4.8. Rooms from about $209 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Ruijin Er Road in central Shanghai, this five-star hotel occupies a large campus featuring 1930s Art Deco buildings and French provincial villas. The property contains 355 rooms set within 100 acres of landscaped gardens. It is situated near Tianzifang, Huaihai Road, and the Shanghai Museum. Facilities include a heated swimming pool, a spa, a gym, and a club lounge. The hotel suits travellers seeking a quiet setting amidst historical architecture. While the grounds are extensive, some guests find the interior design lacks local character. On-site dining is available alongside professional concierge and front desk services.What stands out

Historical Art Deco architecture

Large landscaped gardens

Heated swimming pool

Central location near landmarks

Watch out for

Generic interior design

Inconsistent restaurant experiences

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