Recently, the Pearl River Delta has truly become my happy hometown. I’ve spent half of the last month in Guangdong.
Here I am again in Shenzhen to explore a hotel. In recent years, luxurious hotels in Shenzhen have been consistently impressive, with a lineup that is unprecedentedly strong.
This hotel review has been in the works for nearly half a month, and today I’m finally ready to share this experience with you.
The highlight of the day is the Shenzhen Nanshan Shangri-La, which opened at the end of last year and officially started operations at the end of January this year.
Although it’s not officially stated, this Shangri-La in Nanshan, Shenzhen, can indeed be considered the “flagship store” of Shangri-La in China. Of course, the prices are at a different level compared to most Shangri-La hotels; from what I’ve seen, it may very well be the most expensive one in the Greater China area, except for that in Hong Kong Island.
Since this hotel can be called the “public favorite flagship store,” there must be reasons behind it. For example, as a high-altitude hotel, the views are stunning, the hardware and soft decor are impressive, and the dining options are noteworthy…
This hotel is extremely photogenic and is particularly recommended for those who love taking pictures.
The Nanshan Shangri-La hotel is located in the Shenzhen Bay Super Headquarters Base at the Shentian Huiyun Center. Just a brief mention of this Super Headquarters Base: many skyscrapers will be built here in the future, and it is expected to become one of Shenzhen’s iconic locations.
Currently, there is only one completed super high-rise building, adjacent to the Shenzhen Bay Coastal Belt, facing Hong Kong across the sea, backed by the Overseas Chinese Town Inner Lake Wetland, bordered by the Shajiao Golf Course to the west, and leading to the Overseas Chinese Town Happy Coast to the east. One can imagine how great the view is now.
I quite like the style of this hotel; it captures attention as soon as you step inside.
Upon entering, you will see the grand lobby, which stands 11.5 meters high and is guaranteed to catch anyone’s eye instantly.
We need to complete the check-in process on the first floor. However, the guest rooms are located on the 67th to 75th floors, so we first head to the 66th floor before transferring to the guest elevator to reach our designated floor.
The hotel has a total of 272 rooms arranged in a square layout in the upper levels, with a spectacular sky garden in the center.
Let’s delve into the details.
Starting with the rooms, each room pays great attention to detail, and the design is worth exploring.
Although the rooms have different orientations, they all boast good views outside. Our room directly faced the Shajiao Golf Course, though unfortunately the weather wasn’t very good during our stay.
The room’s main color palette is a soothing light gray-green, creating a very comfortable ambiance, with decorative elements reflecting the hotel’s design theme of “A Hundred Birds Returning to Nest,” resulting in a soft and warm atmosphere.
The bedrooms start from 43 square meters, providing ample space.
The minibar design resembles a “birdcage,” aligning with the design theme and becoming a striking feature in the room. (Coffee machine and filtered water are standard.)
The bathroom is bright and airy, with a separation between dry and wet areas.
The amenities are quite high-end, featuring a complete Dyson hairdryer set, smart sensing toilets, an intelligent guest control system…
The bathing products are from the L’Occitane Grasse Jasmine series, which I particularly like.
You can find charging outlets and unlimited charging options in the drawers. It seems several newly opened Shangri-La hotels have this design feature, which feels quite safe.
Many details in the room have a particularly high-quality feel; let me share a few pictures.
Now, let’s talk about the hotel suites. The suites are generally located at the corners of each floor, allowing for lighting on two sides, which means more natural light, a wider view, and a more open spatial feel.
The suites are designed as a standard one-bedroom, one-living room layout, with the bathroom offering the best view.
The entire wash space is quite large and L-shaped, with excellent lighting so you can easily see the scenery outside while in the bathtub.
Furthermore, many of the fixtures in the suite are upgrades from the base room type, for example, the suite has two bathrooms and shower rooms; the amenities differ; and the suite’s drinking water can produce hot water…
Shangri-La’s signature—Dining
Once we’ve covered the rooms, let’s talk about another major highlight of the Nanshan Shangri-La—its dining options.
As the saying goes, “Any Shangri-La restaurant is highly recommended.” The Shangri-La Group’s dining options have always enjoyed a stellar reputation, with even a ‘bible’ of Shangri-La dining in the industry. Therefore, the Nanshan branch is no exception.
Chinese Restaurant: Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is the Shangri-La Group’s brand restaurant for classic Chinese cuisine. Typically, restaurants named “Huang Ting” and “Summer Palace” have a flagship feeling, and personally, I think you can go for it without hesitation.
In the highly competitive dining scene of Nanshan, this Summer Palace quickly made its mark shortly after opening; on the day we visited, all ten private dining rooms were fully booked. (They really have a lot of private rooms; it might be one of the hotels with the most private dining rooms I’ve been to) It’s quite impressive that, given its size, it can achieve full occupancy.
This Summer Palace has directly transported the red palace walls into the restaurant, making it a beautiful backdrop for pictures against a new Chinese style.
The head chef Lin Yuechu looks quite young, but he has ample experience and is very innovative, having come from the “Cantonese Culinary School” at the Li Yuan Restaurant and has served as a head chef in many hotels.
We tried the set menu “Vermilion Bird Spring and Autumn,” recommended by the chef, which is available until the end of June.
From my personal taste, I highly recommend the honey-glazed black pork char siu, iron-plate orchids and matsutake stewed abalone, and lime rock salt grilled Wagyu.
The lime rock salt grilled Wagyu uses M7 Wagyu, bursting with juice as soon as you take a bite, while the zest of the lime balances the fatty richness of the Wagyu. The honey-glazed black pork char siu features Spanish black pigs, with tender meat that is a perfect blend of fat and lean, though the only downside might be that it isn’t enough to satisfy hunger, haha.
Just a note, there’s a spiral staircase in the Chinese restaurant, which is a great photo spot.
All-Day Dining Restaurant: Gather 66
The all-day dining restaurant is located on the 66th floor, separated from the lobby by a courtyard, symbolizing “Gathering” in name.
Honestly, I think it’s quite challenging to create distinctive or captivating buffet experiences, and this all-day dining restaurant has done a commendable job.
Breakfast is truly abundant; there’s so much food.
Among the offerings, the noodle station is particularly noteworthy, with side dishes and toppings that surpass many noodle shops.
For dinner, the highlight is a global gourmet feast, with an extensive variety—truly everything! You’d need a 256GB stomach to fully enjoy it!
The seafood station during the regular meal is very comprehensive, offering lobster claws, white clams, jade snails, and breaded shrimp… I especially recommend the marinated seafood, which is friendly for those with sensitive stomachs.
Additionally, there’s table service; on the day we visited, it included Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and small green dragons.
Moreover, our photographer sister emphasized that I definitely needed to praise the coconut, which is incredibly fragrant and sweet!
This buffet is quite interesting; while not cheap, it gives you a sense that it’s worth every penny.
Lobby Bar
Across from the all-day dining restaurant is the lobby bar, which is the favorite spot for “internet-famous” girls, perfect for photos. The combination of abundant greenery and exquisite artistic decorations creates an airy garden atmosphere on the 66th floor, filled with natural light.
Here, you can enjoy afternoon tea or sip on drinks as night falls.
| Sky Garden
When we checked in, the afternoon tea theme harmonized beautifully with “A Hundred Birds Returning to Nest,” dominated by refreshing greenery, inspired by the vibrant spring of Lingnan.
This afternoon tea is not just photogenic but also quite filling, and I recommend starting with the savory snacks.
However, the afternoon tea menu changes with the seasons, and it has already been updated.
My personal favorite was the cucumber Longjing cold brew, which is based on refined Longjing tea with a distinct cucumber flavor, combining the light fragrance of Longjing with the refreshing taste of the fruit, resulting in a rich overall flavor.
I also really liked the uniquely shaped golden silk bird’s nest garden, which features asparagus, carrots, and pea sprouts that are quite refreshing.
Executive Lounge—Horizon Club
When we visited, the Executive Lounge was still undergoing adjustments, so we didn’t get to experience it, but the Shangri-La Horizon Club is well-known for its extensive drink selection and diverse happy hour offerings… you don’t need to worry about this aspect at Shangri-La.
Common Areas
