Opulence in Shanghai: first seven star waterfront hotel

Opulence in Shanghai: first seven star waterfront hotel

The Wanda Reign on the Bund is Shanghai’s first ‘seven star’ hotel, located romantically along the waterfront. And it’s got more than its fair share of history and heritage attached. Set along the Huangpu River, this hotel is a museum of art and antique pieces by contemporary Chinese artists, and it’s making bigger waves on account of its owner Wang Sicong. At 28, Wang Scion is a flamboyant Chinese real estate baron who makes headlines for his night-out splurges and lavish ways of life. And his personality is well reflected in the hotel. All of the 193 guestrooms are controlled via iPads, and styled in Art Deco-themed aesthetics available in two different styles: modern glamour in a beige color scheme, and darker, mahogany burl wood with magnolia details. But this isn’t all—you can expect further pampering in your room with a sleep fragrance, music and bedtime reading material— and the butler service goes without saying. Guest rooms and suites are outfitted with amenities by L’Occitane and Hermès. And then there’s the sprawling 288 sq metre Chairman Suite that features a living room, dining area, adjoining pantry, bar, study, master bedroom sauna and massage bathtub. Even the staff uniforms are created by designer Laurence Xu, the first designer to join Paris Haute Couture Week. Now we’re talking decadence!