Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Alila Shanghai has opened its doors to welcome guests to a revitalizing urban retreat, alongside vibrant immersion in the lively Jing’an area and the scintillating city beyond. The property overlooks and provides exclusive private access to Zhangyuan, a complex of restored shikumen stone-gate townhouses that have been transformed into luxury retail spaces ready for guests to explore.
“Marrying the striking design and artisanal luxury experience that the Alila brand is globally known for, at Alila Shanghai, tranquil moments of retreat are perfectly combined with vibrant cultural experiences, creating a beautiful dichotomy not to be missed,” said Yap Jtwen, general manager, Alila Shanghai.
“Our team is honored to welcome the local community and travelers to be immersed in our new luxury resort-style hotel in the center of Shanghai.”
Harmonious Design
Designed by acclaimed interior designer Ju Bin, Alila Shanghai is tastefully integrated into traditional Shanghai style with a focus on sustaining the city’s cultural influence, while also refreshing the look and feel by creating havens of understated elegance accented by pops of color and modern amenities for the utmost comfort.
Throughout Alila Shanghai, tactile natural materials—ranging from roughly hewn stone to timber marquetry, rattan detailing, and paper louvers—alongside a neutral color palette and lush greenery, have been incorporated to modernize certain elements with the aim of transporting guests to a relaxing, nature-infused luxury retreat.
Arrival Experience
As soon as guests approach Alila Shanghai, they will notice a palpable change in mood from the intense hustle and bustle of the city to a space of clarity and calm. A canopy of trees drapes over the driveway, which is flanked by dry stone walls leading to a tranquil resort-style entrance featuring a wall of water, cobblestone paving, and a barrel-vaulted rattan-like ceiling.
Upon arriving at the Lobby floor (Level 4), guests will be overtaken by a sense of calm as they emerge into a landscaped oasis inspired by Shanghai’s classical gardens. A series of open areas and walkways surround a small lake and a striking 17-foot-high ‘Gathering’ tree adorned with stainless steel and Jingdezhen ceramic leaves by local artist Oscar Wang serves as the focal point.
Wellness & Cultural Experiences
Spa Alila invites guests to surrender their stresses with customized holistic treatments inspired by the healing and wellness attributes of nature. Comprising five treatment rooms, a Turkish bath, and a soothing relaxation space, spa-goers can indulge in signature treatments that feature the curative benefits of all-natural ingredients.
To further the property’s commitment to wellbeing, guests will have access to premium daily fitness facilities, an individual yoga room, and unique programming designed to further connect guests with Shanghai’s intangible cultural heritage through unique collaborations with local artisans.
