480 West Jianguo Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai 200031, People’s Republic of China
Wherever Capella casts its lustrious light, things glow beautifully, as they do along the canopied, soulful avenues of Shanghai's French Concession, illuminating Jian Ye Li, the city's last enclave of shikumen (stone gate) lane houses. Opulently restored, 55 heritage, multi-levelled courtyard villas enclose an enchanting labyrinth of luxury envisioned by the late Jaya Ibrahim, adorned with touches of 1930s Shanghainese sophistication and more than a little French je ne sais quoi, with the culinary candescence cast by Pierre Gagnaire’s constellation of Michelin stars.
Best time to visit : All Year
La vie en rose lives on in this cloister of calm in China’s busiest metropolis, sauntering distance through a discrete portal from the cafes, local eateries, boutiques and galleries that line this quietly cosmopolitan part of Shangai. For us, the luminous lamp-lit lanes add to the allure of residential life within, where the hallmark stone entranceways enclose lush floral-scented gardens, gently rippling fountains, sculptural bronzes and songbirds.
The heart of our urban sanctuary are the one, two and three-bedroom Shikumen Villas, which blend historical Shanghainese courtyard living with Parisian design flair. When staying in Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li, a Shanghai luxury hotel, guests will be looked after by our team of knowledgeable Capella Culturists who are there to provide bespoke experiences tailored to each stay.
Check-in: 3.00pm / Check-out: 12.00pm
Originally built during the 1930s, the shikumen villas housed middle-upper class traders and expatriates working in Shanghai. In 1945, the area was transformed into a residential area for local Shanghainese and became a hive of activity around the narrow lanes. The contemporary elegance of the villa’s newly designed interiors contrast with Chinoiserie accents, an expression of heritage and modern indulgence.
Our Deluxe Shikumen Villas look out across the lush greenery meandering around the traditional architecture, and inside embody the history we are proud to protect, contrasted with modern details and design flair. French-accented furniture, elements of Chinoiserie and a soothing palette of colour and materials make up these private sanctuaries.
With interiors created by Jaya International Design, our Shikumen Grand Villas recreate an exclusive 1930s communal living experience. Step inside and discover an elegant blend of French-inspired furniture and elements of intricate Chinoiserie. The space is curated through rhythm and symmetry to provide generous space to relax in and retreat to, accented by intricate wall paintings and artwork.
Nestled in one of the Xuhui District’s last remaining cluster of original Shikumen lanes, Capella Shanghai features distinctive Western and Chinese design elements that define the shikumen architectural style. Chinese matou, or ‘horse head’ gables adorn these brick and stone-accented townhouses while the bespoke interior design is a careful blend of classic Chinese elements and 19th-century French flair.
480 West Jianguo Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai 200031, People’s Republic of China
With 25 years of hospitality experience in some of the world’s leading hotels, Ronan Henaff boasts expertise at driving profitability by inspiring and managing talents through his creditable leadership style which blends teamwork, accountability to the company's vision and active mentorship at Capella Shanghai.
