Accor and Jinjiang International Group today announced a new era for the world-renowned Peace Hotel, one of Shanghai’s most beloved landmarks. Built in 1929 by Sir Victor Sassoon as the Cathay Hotel, the art deco masterpiece has been owned by Jinjiang Group since 1984, and became a part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in 2010. The legendary hotel will remain open during its transformation before debuting in 2027 as the Raffles Peace Hotel Shanghai, a flagship among a celebrated portfolio that includes the illustrious Raffles Singapore as well as the historic Raffles London at The OWO.
Accor and Jinjiang International Group have established a strong trusted relationship, laying a solid foundation for the glorious future of the Peace Hotel. Accor’s global expertise in luxury hospitality is well recognized, and the Raffles brand will inject new vitality into this historical landmark. Raffles perfectly aligns with the century-old heritage of the Peace Hotel, with the ability to create an extraordinary guest experience that celebrates the modern charm of Shanghai culture.
At the upcoming Raffles Peace Hotel Shanghai, guests and the local community can look forward to an experience of elegant splendor, marked by fine art and design, extraordinary cuisine, and bespoke service. A refreshed design will capture the spirit of modern Shanghai while honoring the hotel’s glorious past and preserving the treasures designated by the National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit. With the brand’s unique blend of British etiquette, Asian grace, and touches of Chinese heritage, Raffles Peace Hotel Shanghai will be a world of inspiration, authentic culture, and the distinguished culinary and bar experiences that the well-traveled guests of Raffles worldwide have come to know and love.
Raffles is well-established in China, with a portfolio of spectacular retreats that blend modern luxury with heritage and are cherished by locals and travelers alike. Destinations include Macau, Shenzhen, and Hainan, along with key international locations in Singapore, Paris, London, Boston, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Maldives, Udaipur, Phnom Penh and Bali, among others. Most recently, Raffles debuted in Sentosa, Singapore and will open in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia later this year.
Raffles Peace Hotel Shanghai20 Nan Jing Dong Lu,WaitanShang Hai Shi, 200002China
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