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Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li

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Step inside Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li and into the past of this futuristic city. Concealed by the Xuhui District’s high-rises are Shanghai’s last remaining Shikumen townhouses from the 1930s, a cluster of which have been converted into 55 elegant one- to three-bedroom villas. The compound’s design has a distinctive Parisian flair and the retail space is anchored by the consecutively awarded one-Michelin-starred French restaurant.

480 West Jianguo Road, 200031 Shanghai, China
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Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li

About Capella Shanghai Jian Ye Li

Insider tip

The spa is a true urban sanctuary, where skilled therapists provided signature treatments that correspond to the moon’s phases, along with sleep and qi-balancing therapies.

In the hotel’s own words

Discover an urban sanctuary where you least expect it, nestled in the Xuhui District’s last remaining cluster of shikumen townhouses. With only a few of the original shikumen lanes remaining, Capella Shanghai is proud to protect and evolve the city’s cultural legacy. The design concept, created by Jaya Design International, embodies the spirit of Jian Ye Li - reflected in the fusion of French and Chinese elements, a nod to its heritage and the golden era during the 1930s.

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The heart of our urban sanctuary are the one, two and three-bedroom Shikumen Villas, which blend historical Shanghainese courtyard living with Parisian design flair. When staying in Jian Ye Li guests will be looked after by our team of knowledgeable personal assistants who are there to provide bespoke experiences tailored to each stay.

Through the use of the finest ingredients and innate gastronomic creativity, three-Michelin star chef Pierre Gagnaire has spent five decades transforming simplicity into a symphony of flavour. We are delighted that his iconic name and reputation anchor the dining experience at Capella Shanghai.

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  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Rooms and suites

4 room types, as described by the hotel.
Villas
Size
1Shikumen Villa (King/Twin）
Located within the hotel's west section · Originally built during the 1930s, the shikumen villas housed middle-upper class traders and expatriates working in Shanghai. In 1945, the area was transformed into a residential area for local Shanghainese and became a hive of activity around the narrow lanes.
1,195–1,270 ft²
2Two Bedrooms Shikumen Deluxe Villa
Located within the hotel's west section · Our Deluxe Shikumen Villas look out across the lush greenery meandering around the traditional architecture, and inside embody the history we are proud to protect, contrasted with modern details and design flair.
1,679–1,733 ft²
3Three Bedrooms Shikumen Grand Villa
Located within the hotel's west section · The heart of our urban sanctuary are the one, two and three-bedroom Shikumen Villas, which blend historical Shanghainese courtyard living with Parisian design flair.
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4Shikumen Garden Villa (King/Twin)
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Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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