Grand Hyatt Shanghai has been included in the 2000 Millennium edition of the Guinness Book of Records as the highest hotel in the world. Crowning the prestigious 88-storey Jin Mao Tower, the hotel commences on the 53rd floor and rises to the 87th floor. The 555-room Grand Hyatt Shanghai is located in the centre of Lujiazui. As Hyatt International's flagship property in China, Grand Hyatt Shanghai caters to the international business traveller by offering a style of service and range of facilities second to none.

Since its opening, hotel has received more than 70 awards from all over the world. Major events already held include The Fortune Global Forum, Credit Lyonnais Securities Asia China Forum (annually since 2000), 2001 APEC summit, Forbes Global CEO Conference, etc.