Chongqing, China
Niccolo Chongqing: Jiangbei IFS skyscraper palace with Niccolo Kitchen, Sky Pool on 52nd floor, and Yangtze River panoramas
Reigning with soaring cosmopolitan skyscraper majesty from floors 52 to 62 of Tower 1 at Chongqing International Finance Square (IFS) in the Jiangbei New Financial District of Chongqing, China (perched dramatically where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers meet, directly connected to luxury shopping, 25 minutes from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport), Niccolo Chongqing opened in 2017 as Southwest China’s premier luxury sky palace grand hotel (part of Wharf Hotels). Masterfully designed by celebrated design studio Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), the 252-room luxury haven combines sleek Italian travertine marble, custom glass chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling glass framing the world-famous Chongqing mountain skyline and river confluence. Featuring the acclaimed dining institution Niccolo Kitchen, the sky-high cocktail salon BAR 62, a light-filled 52nd-floor heated indoor freshwater swimming pool overlooking the city, and the palatial Wellness Center, this property is Chongqing’s ultimate luxury grand palace.
Arrival introduces travelers to unvarnished Chongqing mountain-city glamour and soaring skyscraper splendour: liveried City Ambassadors greet guests at the ground-level IFS motor court before ascending express glass elevators to the 62nd-floor Sky Lobby with double-height ceilings, contemporary Sawada art sculptures, and chilled Sichuan green tea with warm walnut crisps and lotus seed pastries. Day-one logistics focus on coordinating bespoke Chongqing cultural, culinary, and river pursuits: descending directly into the luxury flagship boutiques of Chongqing IFS shopping mall (connected to hotel), taking private guided evening cruises along the illuminated Yangtze and Jialing rivers (10 minutes away), private historical walking tours through ancient Ciqikou Old Town and Hongyadong stilt houses (15 minutes away), swimming laps in the 52nd-floor heated Sky Pool with river panoramas, indulging in botanical therapies at the spa, sipping signature cocktails at BAR 62 with live jazz, and reserving dinner at Niccolo Kitchen.
Palace living balances active Chongqing mountain metropolis discovery with serene high-altitude sky wellness: The 52nd-Floor Wellness Center features private luxury treatment suites, Finnish saunas, steam rooms, a 20-metre heated indoor freshwater sky swimming pool, and therapies utilizing organic Chinese green tea and aromatherapy oils. Dining is an extraordinary Sichuan-Chongqing-Western culinary summit: refined gastronomy at Niccolo Kitchen (featuring Chongqing spiced sea bass, dry-aged beef, and international Grand Crus), afternoon tea in The Tea Lounge on 62, craft mixology at BAR 62, and 24-hour in-room royal dining.
Accommodations comprise 252 rooms and luxury executive suites located on floors 54 to 61 styled by HBA in neutral tailored fabrics, Italian travertine bathrooms, and massive floor-to-ceiling glass framing the Yangtze River, Jialing River, or illuminated mountain city skyline ranging from 45 to 270 square metres. Each residence features plush king beds with custom linens, and marble bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs, embedded TV mirrors, and custom amenities.
Skyline purists, shopping aficionados, and luxury travelers seeking Chongqing IFS location, 52nd-floor Sky Pool, and Niccolo Kitchen dining in China should book Niccolo Chongqing without hesitation. Grounded review consensus confirms legendary standing with a 4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor across 3,800 reviews and a 4.8 out of 5 on Google across 5,200 reviews.
First day
- Arrive at Chongqing IFS Tower 1, take the express elevator to the 62nd-floor Sky Lobby, and check in.
- Check into your Explorer Suite, admire the views of the Yangtze, and visit the Sky Pool.
- Dine at Niccolo Kitchen.
What guests say
Hotel Flock Score
Exceptional
Based on 9.6k published ratings
Category breakdown
Guests Love
Niccolo Chongqing Location & World-Class Facilities
Guests revere the spectacular setting, world-class dining, pools, and staff.
Gastronomy & Luxury Spa
Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, serene wellness treatments, quiet suites, and comfortable beds.
Guests Warn
Premier Luxury Heritage Palace
Visitors love the extraordinary architectural authenticity and top-tier hospitality.
Five-Star Luxury Hospitality
Travelers celebrate the warm, attentive service and immaculate room comfort.
The overall score is a review-count-weighted average of named public platforms, normalized to /10. Category scores — including cleanliness and location — are Hotel Flock editorial readings of those reviews, not a platform's private formula. Hotel Flock is not affiliated with Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trivago, or any other review site.
Awards & Recognition
Chongqing IFS Tower 1 & Jiangbei Financial Landmark
Jiangbei Chongqing China
Niccolo Kitchen Acclaimed Sichuan-Western Gastronomy Landmark
MICHELIN Guide
52nd-Floor Sky Pool & Mountain-River View Spa Sanctuary
Forbes Travel Guide
In the stay
- Access to 52nd-floor Sky Pool, Wellness Center thermal suites, and 24-hour gym
- Full cooked-to-order gourmet Chinese, Chongqing, and continental breakfast buffet daily at Niccolo Kitchen
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the sky palace and 24-hour dedicated concierge assistance
Usually extra
- –Niccolo Kitchen multi-course tasting dinners and sommelier wine pairings
- –52nd-Floor Spa customized green tea therapies and private massage sessions
- –Private chauffeured airport transfers from Chongqing (CKG) and Yangtze River yacht charters
Good to Know
- The luxury hotel property sits in Chongqing, China.
- Includes multi-venue dining, comprehensive luxury spa, and outdoor swimming pools.
- Located in Chongqing, providing world-class luxury service and amenities.
Editor's Note
Book an Explorer Suite on the 61st floor with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers and the illuminated Chongqing skyline, and swim in the 52nd-floor Sky Pool.
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Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026