Virtuoso Best of the Best 2009 - (Page 50) GrAnd hyAtt ShAnGhAI Shanghai, China Grand Hyatt Shanghai enjoys an enviable location in Pudong, the city’s financial and business district. When you’re not wheeling and dealing, take time to enjoy the lavish offerings of this world-class hideaway. Choose from an eclectic lineup of room categories – all with beautiful Art Deco décor and state-of-the-art technology – take in 360-degree views of the city from the Cloud 9 bar. Dine on Cantonese specialties from dim sum to abalone at Canton, and be sure to get out and explore the Jade Buddha Temple. If it’s relaxation that you want, don’t miss out on the steam room and massage treatments offered at the Hyatt Club Oasis. dIStAnCe FroM ShAnGhAI AIrPort (PvG): vIrtuoSo AMenIty Buffet breakfast for two daily and complimentary pressing service of two items per person, once per stay. In the know Cloud 9 features strolling entertainers, including a fortune teller, a magician and a craftsman specializing in the ancient art of paper-cut. 40 minutes 50 AS I A & PACIF IC PArk hyAtt ShAnGhAI Shanghai, China Occupying the 79th through 93rd floors of China’s tallest building, the brand-new Park Hyatt Shanghai is already turning heads. Savvy travelers dine in 100 Century Avenue restaurant, which includes seven kitchens serving Western, Chinese and Japanese cuisine. A Western-style bar offers a whiskey cellar and live music. Most of the rooms feature cozy daybeds – perfect for in-room spa treatments – and oversized rain showers, fully stocked private bars and walk-in dressing rooms. Summoning you from downstairs are the Water’s Edge spa, the Tai Chi courtyard and the state-of-the-art Wellness Studio. dIStAnCe FroM ShAnGhAI AIrPort (PvG): vIrtuoSo AMenIty CNY600 (approx. US$85) food and beverage credit per room, once per stay. In the know Check out the views from the observation bridge atop the Shanghai World Financial Center – the highest outdoor observation deck in the world. 45 minutes the PortMAn rItZ-CArLton, ShAnGhAI Shanghai, China Timeless, graceful and elegant, The Portman RitzCarlton Shanghai is located on the famous Nanjing Xi Lu. In keeping with such illustrious company, the hotel makes a big impression in every way. Discerning guests stay in any of 610 well-appointed rooms and suites, dine in their choice of six restaurants and lounges – including Tables, with its engaging open kitchen and macrobiotic menu – and indulge at the extensive health club, which includes a swimming pool and racquetball courts. The spa offers traditional Chinese and acupuncture massages. dIStAnCe FroM ShAnGhAI AIrPort (PvG): vIrtuoSo AMenIty Lunch for two (excluding alcohol, tax and gratuities), once per stay. In the know The hotel’s Shanghai Center Theatre is home to the city’s most exhilarating acrobatics, performed nightly by the Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe. 30 minutes
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