The Westin Shanghai is the newest 5-star international hotel to make its debut in this metropolitan city's elegant Bund area. The Westin Shanghai heralds a new area for Westin's definition of a world-class luxury hotel. It offers the most impeccable choice of unparalleled accommodation, dining, conference, entertainment, spa and recreation facilities. Rising 26 stories high, with 301 rooms and suites, The Westin Shanghai showcases international hotel standards amid an enclave of European architectural landmarks from the 1920's and 1930's. Staying at The Westin Shanghai guests enjoy easy access to the city's business, shopping, sightseeing and entertainment districts. A mere 5-minute walk away is the elegant waterfront of the Bund - sometimes referred to as the birthplace of Shanghai. The Hong Qiao International Airport in Puxi is about 20 minutes from the hotel, while a trip to the Pudong International Airport will take about 45 minutes.