The PuLi Shanghai Appoints Vittorio Dincao as General Manager
The PuLi Shanghai has appointed Vittorio Dincao as General Manager, effective immediately, as the iconic Shanghai urban resort approaches completion of its most comprehensive transformation since opening in 2009. Dincao brings nearly two decades of international luxury hospitality experience across Europe, the Middle East and Greater China, and will lead the property through the final phases of its renewal.
THE PULI SHANGHAI APPOINTS VITTORIO DINCAO AS GENERAL MANAGER
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Q1. Who is the new General Manager of The PuLi Shanghai?
Vittorio Dincao has been appointed General Manager of The PuLi Shanghai, effective immediately, in June 2026.
Q2. Who is Vittorio Dincao?
Vittorio Dincao is a luxury hospitality executive with nearly two decades of international experience across Europe, the Middle East and Greater China. He most recently served as Executive Manager of Hotel Operations at Galaxy Entertainment Group in Macau.
Q3. What hotels has Vittorio Dincao worked with?
Dincao's career includes senior roles at Galaxy Macau, Hotel Cipriani in Venice, Rosewood Hong Kong and Atlantis Dubai. At Galaxy Macau, he played a central role in the launches of Capella and Raffles, both of which achieved Forbes Five-Star recognition under his leadership.
Q4. What is happening at The PuLi Shanghai?
The PuLi Shanghai is undergoing its most comprehensive transformation since opening in 2009. The renewal covers all 229 guest rooms as well as public spaces, dining venues and wellness facilities, with completion expected later in 2026.
Q5. What is The PuLi Shanghai known for?
The PuLi Shanghai is widely credited as Asia's first urban resort. It opened in 2009 beside Jing'an Park and is known for its understated approach to luxury, emphasizing restraint, craftsmanship, calm and cultural authenticity.
Q6. Will The PuLi Shanghai remain open during its transformation?
Yes. The property will remain fully operational during the final phases of its renewal while continuing to deliver its signature considered and unhurried guest experience.
Q7. What is The PuLi Group?
The PuLi Group is a family-owned luxury hospitality brand guided by the principle “Excellence through Simplicity.” Its portfolio includes The PuLi Shanghai, The PuXuan Hotel and Spa in Beijing and The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur.
“The renewed property will serve as the living expression of the group’s guiding principle: Excellence through Simplicity.”
— Vittorio Dincao, General Manager, The PuLi Shanghai
THE PULI SHANGHAI APPOINTS VITTORIO DINCAO AS GENERAL MANAGER
Hotel: The PuLi Shanghai
General Manager: Vittorio Dincao
Appointment: General Manager
Effective: 2 June 2026 / Immediate Effect
Location: Shanghai, China
Opened: 2009
Positioning: Luxury urban resort
Historic Positioning: Widely credited as Asia's first urban resort
Rooms: 229
Transformation: Comprehensive property renewal
Transformation Scope: Guest rooms, public spaces, dining and wellness
Expected Completion: Later in 2026
Parent Group: The PuLi Group
Group Principle: Excellence through Simplicity
Previous Executive Role: Executive Manager of Hotel Operations, Galaxy Entertainment Group
Previous Properties: Capella Galaxy Macau, Raffles Galaxy Macau, Hotel Cipriani Venice, Rosewood Hong Kong, Atlantis Dubai
2025 Recognition: Hotelier of the Year – Greater China, Stellier Awards
2nd June 2026 - The PuLi Shanghai is pleased to announce the appointment of Vittorio Dincao as General Manager, with immediate effect. The appointment marks a significant moment as the property approaches the completion of its most comprehensive transformation since opening in 2009, and as The PuLi Group advances its growth as a named luxury hotel collection.
Dincao’s appointment underscores the group’s commitment to leadership that is both operationally rigorous and deeply attuned to the culture of considered hospitality that defines The PuLi.
Dincao brings nearly two decades of international luxury hospitality experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Greater China. Most recently, as Executive Manager of Hotel Operations at Galaxy Entertainment Group in Macau, he played a central role in the successful launches of Capella and Raffles at Galaxy Macau, both of which achieved Forbes Five-Star recognition under his leadership. Prior to Macau, as Executive Assistant Manager at Hotel Cipriani in Venice, he contributed to the hotel earning the number one position in LA LISTE’s World’s Best Hotels ranking. He has also held senior pre-opening roles at Rosewood Hong Kong and Atlantis Dubai, where he established service frameworks and led guest relations and butler teams. In 2025, he was named Hotelier of the Year for Greater China at the Stellier Awards.
A Transformational Moment for The PuLi Shanghai
Dincao will lead The PuLi Shanghai through the final phases of its renewal, which encompass all 229 guest rooms alongside every public space, dining venue, and wellness facility, and is due for completion later this year. The transformation has been conceived to deepen the experience rather than redefine it, preserving the serene and timeless character that has distinguished the property since its inception, while elevating each space and touchpoint to reflect the standards that will guide every future PuLi property.
Under Dincao’s leadership, The PuLi Shanghai will remain fully operational throughout the completion of its renewal, continuing to deliver the considered and unhurried experience for which it has long been known. The renewed property will serve as the living expression of the group’s guiding principle: Excellence through Simplicity.
About The PuLi Shanghai
The PuLi Shanghai, is widely credited as Asia’s first urban resort. Opened in 2009 beside Jing‘an Park, the property pioneered a form of luxury defined by restraint, craft, and calm. It is part of The PuLi Group, a family-owned hospitality brand guided by a single principle: Excellence through Simplicity. The group’s portfolio also comprises The PuXuan Hotel and Spa in Beijing and The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur, managed under Urban Resort Concepts. The PuLi Group is guided by the philosophy of ‘uncarved jade’ — precious because of what it is, not because of how it has been decorated.
Official Website: www.thepuli.com/shanghai Instagram: @thepulishanghai
WeChat: @璞麗酒店
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Dincao’s appointment underscores the group’s commitment to leadership that is both operationally rigorous and deeply attuned to the culture of considered hospitality that defines The PuLi.
Dincao brings nearly two decades of international luxury hospitality experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Greater China. Most recently, as Executive Manager of Hotel Operations at Galaxy Entertainment Group in Macau, he played a central role in the successful launches of Capella and Raffles at Galaxy Macau, both of which achieved Forbes Five-Star recognition under his leadership. Prior to Macau, as Executive Assistant Manager at Hotel Cipriani in Venice, he contributed to the hotel earning the number one position in LA LISTE’s World’s Best Hotels ranking. He has also held senior pre-opening roles at Rosewood Hong Kong and Atlantis Dubai, where he established service frameworks and led guest relations and butler teams. In 2025, he was named Hotelier of the Year for Greater China at the Stellier Awards.
A Transformational Moment for The PuLi Shanghai
Dincao will lead The PuLi Shanghai through the final phases of its renewal, which encompass all 229 guest rooms alongside every public space, dining venue, and wellness facility, and is due for completion later this year. The transformation has been conceived to deepen the experience rather than redefine it, preserving the serene and timeless character that has distinguished the property since its inception, while elevating each space and touchpoint to reflect the standards that will guide every future PuLi property.
“It is with a deep sense of purpose that I join The PuLi Shanghai at this meaningful moment. This hotel has always represented a particular kind of luxury, one rooted in restraint, authenticity, and calm. My focus will be on nurturing the team, elevating every guest touchpoint, and ensuring The PuLi remains a true sanctuary in the heart of the city,” said Vittorio Dincao.
“Vittorio’s appointment reflects the standard of leadership The PuLi Group holds itself to. His operational track record, his experience across some of the world’s most celebrated properties, and his genuine belief in people-led hospitality makes him the right leader for this property as it enters its next chapter. I look forward to seeing The PuLi Shanghai continue to set the benchmark for understated urban luxury in Asia,” said Dean Winter, Chief Executive Officer, The PuLi Group.
Under Dincao’s leadership, The PuLi Shanghai will remain fully operational throughout the completion of its renewal, continuing to deliver the considered and unhurried experience for which it has long been known. The renewed property will serve as the living expression of the group’s guiding principle: Excellence through Simplicity.
About The PuLi Shanghai
The PuLi Shanghai, is widely credited as Asia’s first urban resort. Opened in 2009 beside Jing‘an Park, the property pioneered a form of luxury defined by restraint, craft, and calm. It is part of The PuLi Group, a family-owned hospitality brand guided by a single principle: Excellence through Simplicity. The group’s portfolio also comprises The PuXuan Hotel and Spa in Beijing and The RuMa Hotel and Residences in Kuala Lumpur, managed under Urban Resort Concepts. The PuLi Group is guided by the philosophy of ‘uncarved jade’ — precious because of what it is, not because of how it has been decorated.
Official Website: www.thepuli.com/shanghai Instagram: @thepulishanghai
WeChat: @璞麗酒店
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