The Capella Shanghai Jianye Li is located at No. 480, Jianguo West Road, Xuhui District. It is situated in the core of the Hengfu Historical and Cultural Area, adjacent to cultural landmarks such as Wukang Road and Anfu Road. It is within walking distance of Xia Yan's former residence and the Yongkang Road Art District. The hotel was transformed from the Shikumen architectural complex of the 1930s. It fully retains Shanghai-style elements such as plain red bricks, horse-head gable walls, and semi-circular arched dooropenings. The exterior facade adopts the original restoration process, while the interior was designed by the late design master Jaya Ibrahim, integrating Chinese rattan screens, French walnut furniture and marble bathrooms. Create an immersive atmosphere where the old and new times interweave. 55 independent villas are scattered like pearls, including Shikumen villas (starting from 111 square meters), garden villas (facing private gardens), luxury two-bedroom villas (156 square meters, with independent dining rooms) and supreme three-bedroom villas (245 square meters, with rooftop terraces). Each villa is equipped with a private courtyard or terrace, an independent bathtub, an intelligent temperature control system and Hermes style decoration. Some of the villas retain their original wooden staircases, allowing you to touch the historical texture as you walk.
Michelin one-star restaurant Le Comptoir de Pierre Gagnaire is managed by chef Pierre Gagnaire. With the concept of "home-style bieateries", it combines French classics with local Shanghai ingredients. Signature dishes include ginger-flavored lobster, crab salad with pineapple slices, and pan-fried foie gras. With an open kitchen and a design inspired by Parisian salons, it recreates the charm of the 1930s Shanghai style. La Boulangerie Bakery serves fresh French bread and croissants throughout the day. The open kitchen is filled with the aroma of butter, making it a popular choice for urban brunch.
Auriga Spa is hidden among the trees and features over ten treatment rooms. It combines traditional Chinese massage with Swiss high-tech beauty equipment and offers special services such as "Tea Spirit Care". The fitness center is equipped with Tainojian equipment and a yoga room, where you can practice Tai Chi or yoga under the guidance of professional instructors. Within a three-kilometer radius, there are many scenic spots such as Wukang Road, a historical and cultural street, Jing 'an Temple, and pocket parks. You can experience the wonderful coexistence of the bustling atmosphere of Shanghai's lanes and the prosperity of the city on foot.
