Samokatus Hotels

Housed in a 1929 Art Deco landmark on Nanjing Road, the Fairmont Peace Hotel on the Bund blends vintage glamour with modern Fairmont comforts. Guests consistently praise the exceptional, attentive staff, the historic lobby and the nightly Old Jazz Band — all complemented by a superb Bund location and sweeping Pudong views.

Perched dramatically above the sacred Ayung River, this iconic luxury resort blends stunning bowl-shaped architecture with lush Ubud rainforest. Renowned for its world-class proactive service and transformative wellness programs, it features private pool villas and a breathtaking suspension bridge entrance.

Set in a meticulously restored 1908 palace near the Arc de Triomphe, The Peninsula Paris offers ultra-luxury rooms with cutting-edge technology and exceptional dining. Highlights include the double-Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant L'Oiseau Blanc and the opulent Cantonese Lili. However, some guests note cold service and check-in delays that fall short of the brand's legendary standards.