Our three-story 1939 garden lane house belonged to the
family of a Chinese medical doctor. Three generations grew up and grew old in this house, witnessing the World War II, the beginning of New China, the Cultural Revolution, and the transformation of modern-day Shanghai.

Much of the house's original art deco designs have been preserved, with some spaces creatively adapted to suit modern living. Walk up half a floor, and you are at our office-cum-lounge, where you can use the courtesy house computer, browse through our selection of books, magazines, and DVD's, or chat with our friendly staff. On the second and third floors are our four guestrooms, Grand Cathay, Joffre, Bubbling Well, and Fleur de Shanghai. On the top floor is a unique loft room, Aurora, as well as a pleasant rooftop terrace, where guests can soak up the sun or just chill out.

Our partner Closed Door Café is located on the ground floor, where Quintet guests can enjoy breakfast indoors or in the lovely veranda garden. The café also serves lunches and dinners.