The Sukhothai Shanghai

The Sukhothai Shanghai, a contemporary lifestyle hotel under The Sukhothai Hotels & Resorts of HKR International, is located in the coveted Jing’an district, marking a chapter of the prestigious international hotel and resort group as their first foray into the Mainland China’s hospitality scene.

An exquisite work of design by the internationally-acclaimed Neri&Hu Design and Research Office characterised by originality, simplicity and functionality, the hotel’s distinctive design features an alluring collection of materials and textures such as natural stones, fine woods, delicate silk and polished brass, a well-balanced yet stylish colour scheme, and carefully-designed details, while incorporating a series of sustainable practices in architectural design and material selection to reduce the environmental impact. The hotel also boasts a curated selection of over 30 artworks featuring local and international artists, including two large-scale interactive installations by Japanese digital art collective teamLab.

The Sukhothai Shanghai comprises 170 tastefully-designed guest rooms and 31 residence-style suites from 44 to 172 square-metres, among the largest in the city.  LEED accredited, guest rooms are fitted with diatom-silica clay walls in soothing neutral hues, the innovative, environmentally-friendly material is highly effective in air purification, humidity regulation and sound absorption to ensure a healthy and peaceful stay.

Vibrant and eclectic, The Sukhothai Shanghai’s five inspiring dining venues are poised to become the city’s dining destinations.  The Italian restaurant La Scala celebrates the humble Italian virtues of freshness and simplicity.  All-day-dining restaurant URBAN Café indulges guests with authentic Southeast Asian cuisines, while URBAN Lounge offers a sophisticated collection of global gins and premium tonics, light refreshment and afternoon tea.  The ZUK Bar, a cosy boutique bar with an outdoor terrace is the best location to enjoy artisanal cocktails with intriguing elixirs house-made by mixologists.  Modern café Beans & Grapes serves a healthy selection of quality light fare and beverages during the day.

The second floor is home to the Grand Shanghai Ballroom crafted for exquisite social and corporate events, conferences and exhibitions. The health and wellness facilities include a 198-square-metre Fitness Studio complete with state-of-the-art equipment and a separate studio for yoga, Pilates and group exercise.

With a passion for genuine hospitality, the hotel continues Sukhothai’s philosophy, taking an intelligent approach to deliver personalised service and enriching experiences to worldly travellers. The concierge team at the hotel introduces locally-inspired experiences for guests to explore the city through interactive, immersive programmes.