Built in 1934, the building was designed for the family of the famous architect I.M. Pei (Louvre Pyramid, Paris). The building embraces the strong passion the powerful Pei family had and, like a themed mansion, maintains a combination of culture, style and history within this unique city center hotel. The exceptional and thoughtful design within the interior of this City Heritage building has resulted in a hotel of uncompromising style and beauty. It is a luxurious oasis set in middle of downtown Shanghai, with a peaceful haven of immaculate manicured gardens and spectacular ponds filled with Japanese Coy. A magnificent spiraling “Dragon” staircase with its stunning original glass ceiling, leads from the lavishly adorned lobby, to floors filled with memorabilia of Shanghai’s golden 1930’s. Some prized artifacts from old China include; an original 1900’s stone Gazebo & a tablet with “long life” written in 100 different Chinese characters among other items. The Pei Mansion offers 25 exquisitely appointed guestrooms which combine heritage charm, contemporary Chinese design, luxury amenities and furnishing. The individually selected mattresses and premium down beddings are carefully chosen to help you sleep well after a busy day.