Within a former post office, China’s first carbon-neutral hotel not only incorporates recyclable materials and low-energy products where possible, but also calculates its complete carbon footprint – including staff commutes and delivery journeys – and offsets it by donating money to environmentally friendly projects. The 26 open-plan rooms are beautifully designed using recycled brick and timber from a French Concession shíkùmén, with low furniture and sunken living areas that exude space.
Bathtubs are in the bedroom rather than in the bathroom (and sometimes right next to the bed!), while grey slate tiling and textured surfaces lend a distinctly urban vibe. Check out the cool wall behind reception arranged with a mosaic of well-travelled suitcases.
It also has the URBN Restaurant, a good alfresco dining spot to hang out in.