The Hidden Garden State Guesthouse in the City — Shanghai Xijiao Guesthouse

Stepping into Shanghai Xijiao Guesthouse is like entering a tranquil oasis cherished by time. This state guesthouse, hidden within the bustling city, is located in the southwest corner of Shanghai, adjacent to the Hongqiao business district and Hongqiao Airport transportation hub, boasting a prime geographical location. Spanning 1,200 acres, nearly 800,000 square meters of garden and waterfront landscapes unfold freely, with winding rivers, ancient and famous trees shading the sky, pavilions and towers, and small bridges over flowing water complementing each other, sketching a breathtaking scene of "boats sailing on water, people wandering in a painting," instantly isolating the city's hustle and bustle. The 252 exquisite guest rooms each have distinct styles yet maintain elegance, with comprehensive human-centered designs aimed at creating a comfortable and peaceful living atmosphere for every guest. Inside the rooms, soft lighting pours gently, premium bedding is soft and skin-friendly, and outside the windows are poetic garden views or shimmering lake scenes. Every time you open your eyes, you embrace nature’s tenderness; every rest allows you to fully relax your body and mind in this tranquility and fall into a deep sleep. At Xijiao Guesthouse, dining is an unmissable feast. The waterside restaurant offers unique Mediterranean delicacies beside the shimmering waves; the Peony Hall gathers international specialties, letting your taste buds embark on a global journey; the Bistro Western restaurant serves authentic Western cuisine paired with carefully selected wines, bringing a romantic adventure to your palate. The renowned Orchid Palace is a royal-level fine dining restaurant that has hosted events such as the "Special Olympics Heads of State Banquet" and the "ASEAN Summit" heads-of-state meetings. Dining here offers an extraordinary and noble experience. For leisure time, you can head to the sports center to sweat it out. Within the spacious 25,000 square meters, the swimming pool water is crystal clear, using the advanced Blue Universe fully automatic, real-time monitored water treatment system, allowing you to swim with peace of mind; the gym is equipped with a full range of 42 Life Fitness machines from the USA, with professional trainers customizing scientific fitness plans for you; indoor and outdoor tennis courts, squash courts, badminton courts, and other facilities are all available. No matter what sport you love, you can find your own happy place here, awakening every moment full of vitality.