Located in the Jing An district, the Puli Hotel and Spa is an oasis that seems miles away from the bustle of the city. Created to be China’s first “urban resort,” it’s right in the midst of the Shanghai action, but offers a serene, luxurious respite. Like many of Shanghai’s hotels, it has striking Chinese interiors like silk wall coverings and contemporary furniture. The rooms are very “zen” as well with a good mix of austere modern and traditional Chinese.