Home to one of the most iconic skylines in Asia, Hong Kong has a distinct thrum and atmosphere you’ll feel as soon as you walk its streets. From the enticing scents of street food to the sound of the approaching tram, it has an energy unlike any other Asian city. Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure (think luxury shopping and foodie explorations), staying at any of these luxury hotels in Hong Kong will make your trip more memorable.
The Peninsula Hong Kong
The Peninsula Hong Kong is owned and operated by The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Asia’s oldest hotel company that operates up to this day. This proud heritage and world-class hospitality make this hotel an icon in Kowloon. Guests can explore a wide array of restaurants with 8 dining spots on site including 2 Michelin-starred establishments. Grand and classic, each room has been fitted with contemporary amenities for the modern traveller.
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
Hong Kong really is a place where you can sample some of the best dishes in the world, and at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, you’ll experience 7 Michelin-starred dining and luxury accommodations by Victoria Harbour. Explore not just local flavours but indulge your senses at the Zen-inspiring spa. Customised holistic programs specifically made for pre- and post-natal women as well as serenity couple therapies are available. The spa also offers an Ayurvedic massage experience that concludes with the Shirodhara Ayurvedic technique for improved sleep. Travelling with the kids? The Hong Kong Observation Wheel close to the Central Star Ferry Pier is a great way to enjoy the sights!
The St. Regis Hong Kong
We love thoughtful touches and impeccable style, and The St. Regis Hong Kong has charmed us with its sleek and classic aesthetic. The interiors were done by interior designer Andre Fu, and channel a “curated mansion” vibe, merging creative architecture with timeless elegance. This stylish city getaway is home to 2 Michelin-starred restaurants and The St. Regis Bar which serves signature cocktails inspired by New York’s subway and Hong Kong’s trams. With stylish and spacious rooms, The St. Regis Hong Kong is an elegant oasis that will spoil you with relaxation.
Island Shangri-la Hong Kong
Soaring above the world-famous Hong Kong skyline, Island Shangri-la Hong Kong has 56 floors of luxury and elegance. This indulgent urban sanctuary has panoramic views of Victoria Peak and the harbour dazzling you from your stylish suite. On-site, there are 7 award-winning restaurants and bars, an outdoor pool on level 8, and the option to book tailor-made spa experiences to elevate your city stay. The nature-inspired all-encompassing spa–YUN Wellness, offers a diverse range of pampering and holistic services and therapies such as facials, physiotherapy, pre- and post-natal care, and even special hair care packages!
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
Facing Victoria Harbour, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong offers classic luxury combined with contemporary guestrooms and amenities. On the 11th floor, guests can enjoy a 50-metre heated outdoor pool, sun loungers, and views of the Central skyline. The Plateau Spa on the same floor offers tranquillity in this city getaway, where results-oriented wellness therapies will take you on a soothing journey inside the private treatment rooms and beautiful en suite bathrooms. It’s one of those hotel spas that truly feel like an escape within an escape!
InterContinental Grand Stanford
Set in the heart of bustling Tsim Sha Tsui East is the urban haven that is the InterContinental Grand Stanford. Right outside your doorstep, an array of restaurants and boutiques wait to be explored. Some of the shops just across the road include Loewe, Chopard, Tiffany & Company, Bulgari, and a wide selection of high-end cosmetics brands at Chinachem Golden Plaza. After a day of shopping and back at the hotel, savour the culinary masterpieces at Hoi King Heen—known as one of the finest Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong!
Hotel Icon
A short walk from the Hung Hom MTR station, Hotel Icon is a chic city stay in Tsim Sha Tsui East. Its name comes from rooms designed by icons such as Sir Terence Conran, Rocco Yim, Barney Cheng, and Vivienne Tam. The stylish interiors reflect the designers’ personal styles, lending the suites and rooms distinct character. On-site, there is an outdoor pool overlooking Victoria Harbour, restaurants with all-day dining and child-friendly menus, and a state-of-the-art vertical garden (with 71 plant species!) designed by famous French botanist and artist Patrick Blanc. This vertical garden is also the largest indoor vertical garden in Asia!
W Hong Kong
A spirited boutique hotel in Kowloon, W Hong Kong offers a playful take on getaways in this vibrant city. Most of the rooms have harbour views while the others have views of the glimmering skyline. An urban oasis, enjoy the hotel’s modern amenities, spacious suites, and dining options. Make sure to chill out at the indoor harbour view vitality pool, or the outdoor heated swimming pool on the 76th floor—one of the world’s highest rooftop pools!
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
A hotel as legendary as the city itself, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is the very first and the flagship hotel of Mandarin Oriental. It combines modern hotel amenities with luxurious and heritage oriental hospitality. It’s hard to decide where to dine first, as there are 9 restaurants inside this classic hotel—two of which have Michelin stars. What we love is the range of wellness experiences and Shanghainese-inspired holistic experiences at the spa. Our favourites? The 1.5-hour signature aromatherapy massage and the full-day Mandarin Day Spa Retreat experience.
The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong
Your experience of The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong begins on the 103rd floor of Kowloon’s International Commerce Centre (ICC). This treats guests to glimmering views of the vibrant city below. Its elegant dining spaces are filled with eye-catching design, and most noteworthy of the dining options is Ozone bar—one of the world’s highest bars where you can enjoy a sleek setting, live music, sushi, and even Sunday brunch. It also offers private dining for when you want to make your Hong Kong date night more special!
Ovolo Central
Ovolo Hotels are easily some of our favourites here at home in Australia and beyond because of their fresh take on luxurious boutique accommodation. A proud family-owned and operated Hong Kong brand, Ovolo Group brings a wave of energy to each of its hotels. Ovolo Central in particular is set at the crossroads of Hong Kong’s nightlife districts, SOHO and Lan Kwai Fong, making it a great hub for a group of friends on a getaway. With only 41 guestrooms, it has a quaint yet lively atmosphere and quirky, individually designed spaces that capture the vibe of the area.
The Mira Hong Kong Hotel
Bold and distinctive, The Mira Hong Kong Hotel is set in Tsim Sha Tsui’s shopping and entertainment district. Despite being surrounded by a multitude of dining options, inside these vibrant walls are 6 restaurants (2 with Michelin stars) and bars, one of which serves French-Japanese fusion and has a great wine list. When you’ve enjoyed the great food and surrounding attractions, head on over to the Spa Zone, an 18,000-square-foot sanctuary housing MiraSpa. Experience relaxing therapies in one of 9 treatment rooms or go for the ultimate pampering in the VIP rooms.
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