[2025 Shanghai Stay] Travel Guide for InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland (Updated May)

InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland Chenhua Road, Songjiang District, Shanghai Have you ever thought about living in a deep pit and experiencing the dual shock of cliff waterfalls and the underwater world? InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland - This hotel, hailed as one of the "Top Ten Architectural Wonders of the World" by National Geographic, took 12 years to transform an abandoned mine into a luxurious residential work of art. It is deeply embedded in an abandoned quarry at an altitude of -88 meters, refreshing the definition of luxury in the Magic City! The hotel was designed by Martin Jochman, the designer of the Burj Al Arab in Dubai. It was inspired by deep pits, waterfalls and green hills. The main building grows on the rock wall like a vine. The iconic glass waterfall atrium runs through the building, interweaving with the rotating plank road and hidden water garden. The hotel is mottled with light and shadow during the day, and the cliff light show "Deep Pit, Mountain and Sea Hidden" at night is like a myth. Fisherman's Fire Restaurant: Located 10 meters underwater, the aquarium is surrounded by 5 theme areas, with blacktip sharks and coral reefs as companions. It specializes in seafood and Western food, making you feel like you are in "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea". Caifenglou Chinese Restaurant: Michelin-level Cantonese and Shanghai cuisine, Chinese aesthetic space combined with Shenkeng elements. Yuan Coffee All-Day Restaurant: The 180° floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the panoramic view of the pit, and the buffet breakfast is very popular.

Oh my god! Not in Sanya, but in Shanghai! I actually stayed in an underwater world 15 floors below the horizon Little fish swimming around, it's all my fish pond 🧜🏻‍♀️ I only knew about the hotel outside the deep pit before I didn't expect the inside to be even more amazing and interesting It's so novel to come for a staycation Just in time to share some of my favorite photo spots 🤳 (You need to swipe your card to access B14 & B15 🐳 𝐁𝟏𝟓 ▪️Underwater Honeymoon Suite: Hahaha, it's really sexy 😍 The room is on two floors, with a whole wall of fish tanks downstairs and direct access to the G floor upstairs. The room's balcony offers a view of everything. ▪️Banquet Hall: A whole wall of manta rays and groupers, all so cute. ▪️Underwater Restaurant: It's so romantic to have a date and eat here, even the jellyfish are applauding 🪼 🐡 𝐁𝟏𝟒 ▪️Helipad: The huge helipad is so beautiful, you can go out and take photos with the Ferris wheel and waterfall. ▪️Lava Bar: Anyway, it's my first time drinking on the 14th floor underground. It's not about breaking the height, but breaking the depth, hahaha. 🦭 𝐆 Floor ▪️Lobby: The coffee, afternoon tea, and egg tarts are amazing, so delicious! You can also listen to a live performance by a Filipino band. ▪️Terrace: You can see the Ferris wheel and sunset at sunset 🎡 ▪️Glass Walkway opposite the hotel: You can overlook the entire hotel! Super cool! So beautiful. 🍾 ▫️Spring Festival New Year Package: Hotel + Bar + Trip Moments + Coffee Breakfast + Light Show for only 1k+!! So worth it. ▫️You can also see the cliff show after 20:00, and there will be various themed activities during the Spring Festival.

InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland🏨Explore the underground wonder!🌌🌿InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland is known as a "world architectural wonder." Its uniqueness lies in the fact that the hotel is built in an abandoned quarry, perfectly blending with the natural landscape. Every corner here exudes the harmonious coexistence of design and nature. 🎁On your birthday, the hotel will give you a delicate cake. Cliff Light Show: Starts at 8:30 pm and lasts for 20 minutes. It is a large-scale cliff light show inspired by the ancient Chinese book of mythical creatures, "The Classic of Mountains and Seas." 🍽Buffet Dinner: Buddha Jumps Over the Wall is served separately. You can ask the waiter for more hairy crabs if you finish them. The buffet includes sukiyaki, salmon, lamb chops, seafood, and more. Take only what you can eat to avoid waste. Turn right when you leave the hotel, and you will find a free shuttle train to and from the Wonderland and Smurfs Park. See the timetable in the picture. 🚗Parking: You can park directly at the Wonderland Hotel for free. It's a 5-minute walk. Outdoor Wonderland: There are no large thrilling rides, and the area is not large, but it's enough for an afternoon. There are a carousel, Ferris wheel, water play pool, children's climbing park, and more. The glass walkway offers a panoramic view of the entire Wonderland Hotel. Smurfs Park: Most rides are available for children over 1.1 meters tall, including a small roller coaster, spinning cups, drop tower, and small planes. 🏢 Few people experience the Earthquake Bureau, where you can experience a 3-7 magnitude earthquake in a room. You can take a break there if you're tired.

Haven't been to the "Root of Shanghai" yet? That won't do! 😎 Today, I will take you to appreciate the charm of "Shanghai's Back Garden·Sheshan", away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and into the embrace of nature. 🍃This two-day and one-night Shanghai niche travel guide, save it and check in!💌📮 1. Travel route Day❶: Sheshan National Forest Park➠Yuehu Sculpture Park➠Shenkeng Secret Realm Day❷: Chenshan Botanical Garden➠Guangfulin Ruins Park 2. Basic information For details on the tickets🎫, business hours🕐, parking lots🅿️ and transportation🚌 of the five scenic spots, please see Figure ⑤. 3. Check-in Guide 📍❶Guangfulin Ruins Park: This place is known as the "Root of Shanghai"!😃 - The horse-head wall with blue bricks and white tiles⚪️, the same red wall as the Forbidden City🔴, the Hui-style architecture creates a beauty like Chinese paintings, which is super suitable for taking photos and checking in📷. - The Water Museum goes deep underwater, where you can learn about Shanghai's history and culture. It is a great place to take your kids out for a walk in the summer!👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 📍❷Chenshan Botanical Garden: - Mine Garden: You can start an exciting mine adventure in the city! When you cross the mine, you can also take pictures with the mine waterfall, which is great for taking pictures📷. - Exhibition Greenhouse: The three greenhouses are the Rare Botanical Garden, the Desert Plant Pavilion, and the Tropical Flower and Fruit Pavilion. You can see many plants that can only grow in the tropics. It is a good place to increase your knowledge🌵. - Hydrangea Garden: When hydrangeas are in full bloom, the botanical garden is full of hydrangeas, which is extremely beautiful🌸. Tour route: Entrance 1➠Children's Botanical Garden➠Mine Garden➠Exhibition Greenhouse➠Cruise Boat Pier➠Hydrangea Garden. 📍❸Sheshan Forest Park: Sheshan, the highest peak in Shanghai, is very suitable for beginners to hike🏃🏻, and is a great place to get close to nature in Shanghai! - Sheshan Observatory: Tickets🎫12r, there are astronomical telescopes and galaxy knowledge popularization, the scenery of the observatory is very good! You can also overlook the beautiful scenery below the mountain⛰️. - Far Eastern Cathedral & Sheshan Basilica: The highest point of West Sheshan! The interior of the church is open to visitors and it is a great place to take photos and check in. 📍❹Yuehu Sculpture Park: Highlight! There are really very few people here!‼ ️ - The main check-in point is Stonehenge🗿. - Moon Lake, Big Tree Hole, Bird Cage, etc. are all good places to take photos📷. - What is even more amazing is the sunset by the lake, the backlight and silhouettes are beautiful. 🌇 📍❺Deep Pit Secret Realm: There are two playgrounds here. - Smurfland is suitable for preschoolers. 🧚🏻 - The Deep Pit Secret Realm is suitable for older children. If you want to visit both amusement parks, it is best to stay overnight so you can go to one in the afternoon and the other the next morning. There are small trains to pick up and drop off at the two amusement parks. Check-in points include a Ferris wheel, a water park, and a book house with a slide. You can also see the entire hotel from the glass plank road🏨.

🛏️ Dive into luxury at the InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, an 88-meter-deep architectural gem built in a former quarry! With rooms nestled below ground, each offers a serene lake view and a personal smart butler for that high-tech comfort. Wake up to a terrace breakfast and start your day with a splash of adventure—boating, paddleboarding, and even jetpacking await! 🌅🍽️ 🎢 Next door, the Deep Pit Mystery Park offers thrills for all ages with its Ferris wheel, pendulum rides, and glass walkways in the sky. Tired from the fun? Unwind at the spa for some soul-soothing relaxation. 💆‍♀️✨ 🍴 Indulge in culinary excellence at Cai Feng Lou with its mouth-watering Shanghai-style seafood and unique truffle zongzi. As night falls, B14 Red Bar sets the scene for romance with its ambient vibes. 🥢🍸 🐠 Experience the extraordinary with the hotel's underwater suites, where fish glide past your window in a live aquatic dance. The duplex suites offer a dual experience of terrace views and underwater living rooms, surrounded by vibrant coral reefs and marine life. 🐋🐡 🚁 Cap off your stay with a breathtaking helicopter tour over Songjiang, offering a bird's-eye view of this stunning wonder. Every moment at the InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland is an unforgettable journey. 🌍💫 📍 5888 Chenhua Road, Songjiang District, Shanghai, China

#Register for June hotel sleeper I believe you have heard of the world's only seven-star Dubai Burj Al Arab. This time, the same designer used his magic to create this high-end hotel, stunning China! The hotel is located in the deep pit of Tianma Mountain at the foot of Sheshan Mountain in Songjiang National Scenic Area, Shanghai. The hotel rooms are designed to be very luxurious, the rooms are divided into water and underwater, underwater rooms can also see fish, very special oh 🥰👏👏 In addition, the hotel has an 80 meters high waterfall curtain wall, very spectacular, so it is recommended that you must come to stay for a night, certainly praise 😜✌🏽✌🏽

Friends, the "Deep Pit" hotel you want is here! I saw this hotel on the internet a long time ago, ingeniously built on the flying quarry wall, it is indeed a bit shocking to see it with my own eyes. The business is too good, there are a lot of people, and there is a super large circular water curtain in the lobby, it is crowded, there are many people who checked in the day before, so the room has not been cleaned up, you can sit on the terrace outside the lobby bar or ask the front desk for an elevator card to go down to the 15th floor to see the waterfall, the transparent elevator is also very suitable for taking pictures. 🛏Room facilities: The biggest advantage is spaciousness, equipped with Dyson hair dryer, Ferragamo Tuscan Soul self-heating toilet, JBL audio-visual system, drinking wine on the balcony at night and watching a light and shadow water curtain show, the overall experience is quite good, the room includes buffet and deep pit secret paradise, it is acceptable to come once in a while. 🏨Hotel environment: 1. The gym and swimming pool are both located on the 15th floor, the design of the swimming pool is very popular with girls, remember to check in. 2. Coming out of the hotel and walking two hundred meters to the right is the Deep Pit Secret Paradise. It is especially suitable for bringing your baby here, although there are fewer projects. But the glass plank road is also worth it, built above the lake surface, you can see the full view of the Deep Pit Hotel, very photogenic. 3. There is a direct train to the Smurfs theme park at the entrance of the Secret Paradise. The indoor amusement park will not be sunburned, hurry up and bring your children to play. 4. There are attractions such as Thames Town, Guangfulin, and Sheshan National Forest Park within a ten-minute drive around the hotel. 📍Detailed address: Shanghai Sheshan Shimao Intercontinental Hotel (Shimao Deep Pit Hotel) Coordinates: No. 5888, Chenhua Road, Songjiang District Shanghai Sheshan Shimao Intercontinental Hotel (Shimao Deep Pit Hotel) 👍Most recommended: Welfare is here to stay ★Hotel room for 1 night + 2 big 1 small buffet breakfast + 2 big 1 small deep pit secret paradise ticket + red hotel light show drink package 💰Average consumption: 500 per capita

This hotel that has been in our "deep pit" for many years is finally here. It is adjacent to Sheshan National Forest Park. Unlike other hotel buildings that climb upwards, this InterContinental grows downwards↓↓ The hotel is located in an abandoned mine 88 meters below sea level and was designed by a top British architect who once worked on the Burj Al Arab in Dubai. The building has a total of 20 floors, two above ground, 16 floors underground to the water surface, and two floors underwater. The hotel offers 336 guest rooms of various styles, expressing different themes according to different levels of scenery. All rooms above water level have a terrace with a view! ! ! 🌈View Rooms Some rooms located above the water surface allow you to see the green plants on the cliffs of the deep pit when you wake up early. The interior design of the room is also based on logs, close to nature. 🌈Cliff Room Some suites have the cliff directly moved into the room, with the background in milky white as the main color and no unnecessary decoration. 🌈Underwater Rooms The biggest selling point of the hotel rooms is the underwater rooms located under the water, Sanya. Atlantis had finally met its match. 🏨Shanghai Sheshan Shimao InterContinental Hotel 📍No. 5888, Chenhua Road, Songjiang District, Shanghai

This famous cliff-edge hotel is located in the Songjiang District of Shanghai. It is located on She Shan, a rare mountain (although it is low in altitude) in the flat city of Shanghai. Built on the site of a former quarry, it has two floors above ground and 16 below. In the summer, you can enjoy activities in the pond below. In addition, the rooms, restaurants, and banquet halls on the floors below the water level have an aquarium outside the windows, offering an extraordinary experience. Although it is a little far from downtown Shanghai, this hotel is highly recommended as it is built in a way that would be hard to find in Japan.

It takes about 40 minutes to drive from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to the hotel. The hotel has the same intercontinental style as always. High-end luxury has a waiter to carry luggage to the room. Breakfast has many varieties. There is a light and shadow show in the room at 8:30 pm. There is a water and light show in the lobby every hour. Self driving from SHA Airport to hotel around 40 minutes. it's 5 star hotel service as usual as intercontinental is. the breakfast was rich and many different kinds of food to choose. we can watch the water show on the balcony of room at 2030. and water light show carries on every hour at the lobby.

#Mainland China Hotels #Mainland Customs Clearance Transportation: Shanghai Bus No. 98 until 👍 Room Features: Staying in an [underground] room is exciting at first, but once you open the curtains you only see rock layers... It always feels a bit weird. The room price was 1,800 RMB at the time, and it was booked by members of the official website. Therefore, it is recommended to stay on the [ground] floor, not only can you enjoy the waterfall view, but there will also be light projection shows at night. But of course the price will be more expensive The rooms are all equipped with intelligent voice control facilities, which is very high-tech! As long as you speak, the curtains will open automatically. From the restaurant to the [fishing fire], there is also an underground aquarium to enjoy If you have WeChat, you can make an appointment in advance so that you can sit closer to the fish tank. If you have time, you can also try the hotel's transparent elevator and transparent walkway👍

Having seen this hotel on TV, I have been deeply attracted. This time I can stay at Shanghai Shimao InterContinental Hotel. It is a great enjoyment of life The hotel is located in the deep pit of Tianma Mountain in Songjiang Sheshan National Tourism Resort. Normally, the hotel is at a positive altitude state, but the hotel is a natural ecological hotel built in the quarry pit at an altitude of minus 88 meters. The hotel follows the natural environment and the traditional architectural concept of developing in the sky, 88 meters below the surface to open up architectural space, built on the cliff of a deep pit, and is the world's first natural ecological hotel built in a waste rock pit😍 After arriving at the hotel, the first glance is the hotel entrance "Curling Cloud Shu", this is the most representative art sculpture of the entire hotel, dragon shape, one part is solid stainless steel, the other part is stainless steel text hollow, close look to find the Chinese character decoration, very elegant yet soft lines make the whole field very bright #MainlandChinaHotels

great hotel, nice room. 🍴Mr. fisher restaurant 🏰 🦈restaurant with sharks and fishes 🦈last time I believe there I noticed lack of service and quality of food is not on point 🦈you can go there for pictures though 🦞Intercontinental hotel wonderland 🦞 🎇anyway the show takes place 2 times a day and it’s spectacular I enjoy it every time 🎇there was many people staying in hotel even it’s Monday and the price of this hotel one of the top in Shanghai 🎇I stayed there and it’s nice and clean, room was not so big and the shower supply they use is #salvatoreferragamo Although the smell of it is more manly then unisex so I don’t enjoy that smell but I think it’s the classic one 🎇 you can enjoy show and music fountains show in hotel [礼花]Address: 辰花路5888号佘山世茂洲际酒店 good swimming pool and SPA tasty food and restaurant clean and tidy #tripblazers

I have always been fascinated by this hotel since they first opened. It is located in ex-mining area. Lobby is at the top-most floor and all the guests room are “underground”, with one more floor underwater. Went there for a special collaboration between Intercontinental Hotel and BYMB for a yoga & meditation getaway and my favorite part is the last sound-healing meditation “underwater”. 🐟 It was Sunday and the hotel was packed!! We only managed to get a room by 4:30PM (regular check-in starts from 12:00). The room was standard. Breakfast was amazing. However the gym and swimming pool were underwhelming (definitely not the type of swimming pool you’d like for a sports-swim). Other than that, glad that I finally able to visit this hotel! Address - 辰花路5888号 ChenHua Road No.5888 How to Get There - Metro Line 9 Sheshan Station, take exit 2 and take bus Songjiang 98 松江98 towards Songjiang Keyun ZhongXin, get off at ChenHua Rd DingYuan Rd station (7 stops). Or just take taxi from Sheshan metro station or from city center. Highlights - Five star hotel with unique architecture. Avg. Price per Person - standard room 35-43me2 with breakfast around 3-4kRMB/night. Vegan-friendliness - OK during buffet breakfast, but at other restaurants it is by request (but most likely you would just get some plain marinara pasta dish with salad. Or frenchfries) Rating - 3.5/5

I was sceptical when my partner first suggested spending a weekend at the Shanghai Wonderland hotel in Songjiang as our destination and main weekend attraction. However, I was wrong, the hotel has so much to offer. The hotel is built in an old quarry and every room has excellent views of it. The room price is one of the most expensive in shanghai with a cheap room rate costing about 3000rmb, however, it is worth it. You will want to spend half a day just exploring the hotel and taking photos. It is an engineering marvel. There is also a great indoor swimming pool. We paid for a buffet lunch and sat on the restaurant balcony. The food was excellent with one of the best lasagnes I have ever tasted. In the evening there was a light show in the quarry which was visible from the hotel rooms. We had a lot of fun in the weekend and didn’t feel the need to leave the hotel all weekend.

#德赢hotel I didn’t go out of my way to book the afternoon tea at Shenkeng Hotel. This time I brought my family with me. It’s really not suitable for me to be an “Internet celebrity lady” who can take pictures leisurely📷Secondly, I heard that afternoon tea costs 488rmb for two people, which feels a bit... It’s too expensive, so if you have a baby, you won’t join in the fun. But it happened that the hotel package I bought this time included afternoon tea, so I stopped by to experience it! It is said to be the Nine Peaks in the Clouds, but it is actually the hotel lobby. You must make a reservation in advance, otherwise you will not be able to enter. The area is quite large, with both inner and outer seats, and the scenery is pretty good. But when the weather gets cold, fewer people go outside, so indoors is actually quite nice. An afternoon tea includes: a triple-layered dessert, a double-layered savory dish, a fruit plate, two drinks of your choice and two cups of red date tea. The portion is so large that two people can’t finish it. If you want to take it away, free lunch boxes will be provided. The desserts taste very good and look great in photos, although they are a bit tiring after eating too much. The baby ate very happily and picked out all the ones she liked, hahaha! Maybe many people bought a room package that included afternoon tea. Overall, there were still a lot of people and the atmosphere was slightly bad. In terms of cost-effectiveness, it’s okay if it’s included in the package. After all, in addition to taking photos, the taste buds are also enjoying quite well! If you want to have the same style of afternoon tea at Shenkeng Hotel, remember to make a reservation in advance!

I chose InterContinental Shanghai Sheshan Shimao, the world’s lowest hotel. This hotel, with its warm and welcoming staff, is located close to the Guangfulin archaeological site, Chen Shan Botanical Garden, and Sheshan Observatory. No matter where you choose to explore, you'll never get bored here. Room rate: CNY4,500/person on average.

Wukang Mansion resembles a large boat anchored in the downtown area. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon contain over 400 balconies and 1,000 trees, which merge with the surroundings to create a beautiful backdrop. All guest rooms in the InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland offer viewing platforms that look onto cliffs and waterfalls.

As a gift for my boy...we selected intercontinental Shanghai wonderland hotel to award him a great final examinations. We arrived there so early around 9.00 am. I only expected to leave my luggage at the lobby of the hotel. But the staffs were so kind they let us checked in at that time as there were some ready room to stay. We stayed at turquoise’s room with the balcony faced to the waterfall. The room was so clean, elegant and modern with xiaoDu. We only enjoyed inside the hotel area not go outside to play. This time we bought with Hotel Package, so we got buffet breakfast, afternoon tea set and Chinese dinner from the hotel. All staffs are nice and willing to service. Unforgettable experiences at here. #unforgettableexperiences

Shanghai Lushan Shimao Intercontinental Hotel real shot map there is no pit in the world, there are more people in the fried mountain quarry, there will be pit! The Tianma Mountain Deep Pit, where the Shimao Intercontinental Hotel in Shanghai is located, is just like this. A 88-meter-deep crater ruins, the famous British "madman" ghost designer Martin who participated in the design of the well-known Dubai Sailing Hotel. Yorkman (pictured in Figure 9), his former steep cliff, is now an architectural miracle! punchers are coming to you

The World Trade Center Shenkeng Park, which costs 2 billion yuan, takes 12 years, and has an elevation of 88 meters. The glass pavement and the waterfall view... Now you can go to the World Trade Center in Shenzhen. Uncle Bird went to the first time to explore, some feelings, the current parking space is limited, you can stop at the entrance to the park 100 meters in front of the entrance to the parking lot, 10 yuan a car, do not stop across the road, police uncle Will come to the list. After entering the park, the most popular is the glass plank road to line up, first go to the cabin to rent a special shoe cover before you can go to the plank road, each pair of ten yuan. Other rides are more suitable for parent-child trips. The dining inside is much more expensive than the outside, so you can bring your own. Uncle Bird feels that it is the most beautiful time after the night lights. It is recommended to wait in the restaurant. Now on Christmas Eve, Uncle Bird is here to show you the picture of the night scene. It is said to be open during the New Year's Day. Interested parties can fill the pit.

Excellent service at this iconic hotel

Really great trip

This time I chose the hotel package, which included tickets to the four museums of Guangfulin Cultural Park. We came to the Shenkeng Hotel which we had been eyeing for a long time. It was not well maintained, but it was still clean. Soon after we put down our luggage, we took a bus to Zhujiajiao. The journey took about 25 minutes and the fare was about 40 RMB. When we arrived at Zhujiajiao, we chose a restaurant by the river. Sitting on the second floor of the restaurant, we overlooked the riverside scenery, enjoyed farm dishes, and felt the leisurely and comfortable ancient town style. After dinner, we strolled along the river and walked through the corners of the town. I felt like I was dreaming of returning to ancient times. Then we returned to the hotel at night to enjoy the highlight of our stay, the laser and drone show. My children and husband had a blast watching it. We ordered takeout and enjoyed the show on the terrace while eating the food my children loved. It was such a blessing. The next day, we visited the Guangfulin Cultural Heritage Park. The government spent 20 billion RMB and ten years to build this park. The surface area is very large, with rapeseed fields and small farms in the middle. We spent ten RMB to buy feed for the sika deer and goats, which was cheap and fun. Then, we visited the Guangfulin Museum under the water. The exhibition hall displays from ancient times to the early Republic of China, fully interpreting the "roots of Shanghai". #Shanghai Shenkeng Hotel #Zhujiajiao Ancient Town #Guangfulin Cultural Site

The InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, also known as the Shimao Quarry Hotel, has been hailed as a "world architectural wonder" and a "hotel below the horizon." It is the world's first five-star hotel built in an abandoned quarry. Its innovative design takes advantage of the natural landscape to create a "reverse growth" vertical building. Built within an 88-meter-deep abandoned quarry (originally a quarry from the 1950s), the hotel makes full use of the curved shape of the quarry walls. The main structure consists of two floors above ground and 15 floors extending 88 meters below ground level. Breaking multiple patents with its design, this architectural marvel is considered a "must-stay" destination by many travelers. The rooms are spacious and bright, equipped with smart electric curtains, coffee machines, and warm, tidy furnishings. The shower room and smart toilet are separate from the bathroom, which also features a bathtub. From the balcony, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the quarry. In the evening, you can watch the light and shadow show on the cliff face from the comfort of your balcony without having to go down to the platform below.

#TravelChina InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland From an abandoned mine to the world's first hotel Intercontinental Wonderland From an abandoned mine to the world's first hotel built underground to underwater Of course, all of this happened underground. And the lobby of this hotel is on the rooftop, which is the Ground Floor, and take the elevator to the guest rooms. Intercontinental Wonderland was built by drilling down 88 meters into an abandoned mine to create a 16-story underground hotel. This out-of-this-world architecture took 12 years to build with a budget of 300 million US dollars (of course, this budget was charged for the guest rooms, lol). The highlight of this hotel is the Mr. Fisher restaurant and the guest rooms on the underwater floor, which is like bringing an aquarium to a private room.

Located in the suburbs of Shanghai, the InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland is an extraordinary hotel. Breaking away from traditional upward-building practices, it descends 88 meters into the Tianma Mountain quarry in Sheshan National Tourist Resort, Songjiang District, Shanghai, becoming the world's first hotel built in a pit. The rooms are truly unique. With stunning views, some overlook lush green valleys, while others offer breathtaking waterfall vistas. Each room is equipped with high-end amenities, comfortable beds, and elegant decor, creating a blend of warmth and luxury. Draw back the curtains, let the sunlight stream in, and start your day surrounded by beauty. The hotel offers a wide range of entertainment options. Take a refreshing dip in the spacious indoor and outdoor pools or simply relax and soak up the sun by the poolside. There's also a children's play area packed with fun facilities, ensuring that kids are never bored during their stay. The hotel's diverse restaurants offer a wide variety of cuisines, from exquisite Chinese dishes to delectable Western fare, each dish a feast for the senses. Indulge in delicious meals while enjoying the surrounding scenery, a truly delightful experience.

Before You Go - Documents: Bring your valid ID card for ticket purchases and park entry. - Clothing: Dress comfortably according to the season. Light jackets are recommended for spring and autumn, sun protection is essential in summer, and warm clothing is a must in winter. - Other Items: Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, an umbrella or raincoat, and a portable charger. Getting There - Public Transport: Take Tourist Bus Line 1B from Shanghai Stadium, or the Huchen Line or Hushekun Line from West District Bus Station directly to Sheshan. Tourist buses also run from Nanpu Bridge, Shanghai Stadium, North District Bus Station, and Shanghai West Railway Station. Alternatively, take Subway Line 9 to Sheshan Station, then transfer to a local bus or take a taxi to the scenic area. - Driving: From downtown Shanghai, take the Yan'an Elevated Road to the Hujingping Highway (A9 Highway), then follow Zhongchun Road to Husong Highway, Shenzhuan Highway, and finally Waiqingsong Highway. Attractions - Sheshan National Forest Park: Divided into East and West Sheshan. East Sheshan features natural landscapes with lush bamboo forests and a tranquil environment. West Sheshan boasts cultural attractions such as the Xiudaozheta Pagoda, Sheshan Basilica, and Shanghai Astronomical Museum. - Chenshan Botanical Garden: This garden is a beautiful sight year-round, with shady trees and colorful flowers. Different flower exhibitions are held throughout the year, such as the tulip festival in spring. - Happy Valley: This amusement park offers thrilling roller coasters, romantic swing rides, charming carousels, and many other attractions. Themed events are also held regularly. - Maya Water Park: Combining Mayan culture with modern water park fun, Maya Water Park features over 20 large-scale water attractions, including the Giant Beast Bowl, Bumblebee, and Deep Sea Anaconda. Lively parties are also held during the summer. - Guangfulin Cultural Relics: Known as the "Root of Shanghai," Guangfulin offers cultural performances such as face-changing, magic shows, and Hanfu parades. Evening entertainment includes song and dance performances, DJs, and live bands. Food and Drink - Sheshan Loquat: This local fruit is round, juicy, and has a perfect balance of sweet and sour flavors. - Mountain Tea: Savor the refreshing aroma of local mountain tea. - Farmhouse Cuisine: Many farmhouse restaurants around Sheshan offer authentic local dishes such as clover with pork intestines, stir-fried shrimp with scallions and ginger, and braised pork knuckle. Accommodation - Luxury Hotels: Sheshan Mao Hotel Select and InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland offer high-quality accommodation and comprehensive facilities. - Budget Hotels: Home Inn and 7 Days Inn provide affordable accommodation for basic needs. - Unique B&Bs: Experience the rural charm and tranquility of countryside living at farm stays and cabins at the foot of Sheshan.

The InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, which took 12 years and CNY 2 billion to build, is a groundbreaking feat in architectural history. Hailed as a "world architectural wonder" by National Geographic, come here and witness humanity's ambition to tame the abyss! Must-see highlights: 1. Cliffside Light Show: Every night at 19:30, the cliff face transforms into a projection screen, with laser water curtains depicting moving scenes. A drone formation synchronizes with the cliffside lights and shadows, creating an explosive sci-fi experience. 2. Journey to the Earth's Core: Take a glass elevator directly to 88m underground and check in at the "Mine Cave Secret Realm" on the rock wall. Watch the waterfall cascade from the outdoor waterfront platform, a scene as shocking as in *The Wandering Earth*. 3. Featured Activities: Cliffside rock climbing and afternoon tea at the deep pit viewing platform challenge the limits of courage and vision.

The InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, the world's lowest-altitude luxury hotel, redefines imagination with its "Deep Pit Miracle." Underwater Suite Experience: Check in below the water's surface and be amazed by the 270° curved glass wall where fish swim in the blue light, as if sleeping in an underwater palace. When the lights come on at night, the silence is filled with a sense of mystery. The rooms are equipped with Dyson hair dryers and intelligent control systems, with high-end details throughout. Be sure to dine in the underwater restaurant, where you can enjoy seafood while watching schools of fish dance around you, as if you were a character in "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea." Wake up in the morning to "underwater sunlight," where magic and reality intertwine.