Alila Shanghai｜A Sanctuary in the City, Peace Amidst the Bustle

｜A Sanctuary in the City, Peace Amidst the Bustle. From stepping into the hotel to checking in at the front desk, and then taking the elevator to the room, the whole experience feels like traveling through time. Stepping out of the elevator, you immediately see the sky garden, surrounded by facilities such as restaurants, bars, and a library. The hotel offers its own blended essential oils—I really love their scent, and the manager was so kind to give us two small bottles. The only minor drawback is that the lighting in the public areas is a bit dim, and since we arrived at night, it was even a little hard to see clearly.
🛏 The room design is overall warm and inviting, with a spacious living room and a bathroom featuring large black accents. All the amenities in the room are very high-end, including a full set of ALILA LIVING products, natural spring water, French LEBON toothpaste, a cushion comb, SMEG electric kettle… Thoughtfully prepared by the bedside are a spray, earplugs, and an eye mask. The complimentary minibar is well-stocked with juices, drinks, and beer, offering a wide variety. The suite boasts a high-altitude view; when you open the curtains during the day, the room is filled with abundant natural light—truly super bright and airy! It’s rare to find such fresh air in a high-floor enclosed space.
🍸 The hotel offers guests free unlimited cocktail refills daily from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The cocktail we had that day was the “Shencheng,” with a subtle coffee aroma paired with cream, making it very easy to drink. The bar has both indoor and terrace areas. Watching the sunset on time, sipping drinks and chatting with friends as the sky darkens creates an excellent atmosphere!
🍪 Breakfast is semi-buffet style; main dishes need to be ordered, with both Chinese and Western set options available, as well as à la carte choices. Other drinks, desserts, and more are available buffet-style with a rich selection. I especially loved the oatmeal bowl! Healthy and filling, and it tastes great too! The fruit selection includes unlimited blueberries and cranberries!

Post by Jackson Beaumont | Jun 19, 2025