Nicely positioned beside the Huangpu River at the north end of the Bund, the Banyan Tree is one of Shanghai's best luxury hotels. Each of the spacious rooms & suites comes with a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, minibar with free soft drinks, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom. Rooms feature spectacular views over the city skyline, the Huangpu River, or the Bund. Guests can dine at Ming Yuan Restaurant which serves traditional Cantonese fare and international dishes, or drink and admire the view at Tops rooftop bar. Other facilities include a fully equipped gym, a swimming pool, three dipping pools, and the extensive Banyan Tree Spa.