I have to say that the reason this place got my attention was the lightening at night - bright red…read moreand pinkish giving such romantic vibe to it. Later on I realized it is actually a serviced apartment. Therefore when one of my friends asked me about where to spend half a month in Hong Kong, I suggested this immediately (or maybe because I wanted to see how it looked like inside haha...) To my surprise, it is indeed a very nice alternative to expensive hotels in Hong Kong. Located at the heart of Wan Chai where you can have crazy fun at the bar district every single night, The Johnston Suites offers great opportunity for one to explore the excitement and glamour of this city. The higher floors are definitely better than the lower ones mainly because of the roadside construction right next to the entrance. Thus, there is a chance that could be quite disturbing, also with the busy traffic there, higher floors are the way to go if you want to have a quiet stay. The room my friend had was rather spacious with a well equipped kitchen. It had everything one needed so I was rather impressed with it. It indeed made me feel like home. Staff were super nice and professional and called upon when needed. However, I have to say that the best part of this place still is the location. You can experience the vibrant city life by just spending some time here for sure.

Hysan Place is probably one of the best malls in CWB for window shopping or just to hang out…read more The stores though on the higher end but window shopping at higher end store can be quite pleasant as who really want to window shop at Walmart? And Eslite always fun to browse around. I love the seasonal decorations and theme marketing promotion. A little on the commercial side but in a fun way.

Came here for lunch on 12th floor and had a chance to window shop. High end shops like Chanel are…read morearound. There's an Apple store and some skin care shops. Several entrance near the Causeway Bay MTR. There are other shopping malls in the area like Sogo, etc. One can easily spend all day roaming around. Free 30 mins wifi and clean bathrooms are bonus!!

We ended up visiting the brand-new Hopewell Mall right after having dim sum nearby, as it looked…read morelike it was going to rain soon and we wanted to stay indoors. It turned out to be an excellent choice! They are having The Exotic Pets World Exhibition running from July 25 to August 18 at the 3/F Atrium. Operating daily from 12:00 to 19:00, it was an incredibly cool experience! The main exhibition is free, featuring unique themed areas with rare species like giant tortoises, lizards, and aquascaped terrariums. It was incredibly fun and lively because the mall is very pet-friendly, so many people actually brought their own dogs along to check out the mall and enjoy the event! The Mall Layout & Vibe: The mall itself is nice, modern, and very clean. Because it was the weekend, it did get a bit crowded, but that is to be expected for a popular new landmark in the heart of Wan Chai. It has a massive variety of shops, including massive flagship stores like Japan's Nitori, Toys "R" Us, and the massive kid-focused Kiztopia play area. Overall, it is a fantastic one-stop place to shop, dine, and hang out. Between the retail options, eateries, and cool family-friendly programming, it is a great addition to the neighborhood. Perfect for families and pet owners alike!

Hopewell Centre does not have many photos or details on Yelp but my family and I stumbled across it…read moreon the last day of our trip. Highly recommend as it covers most of the item types we were looking for. Nike, Adidas, Sasa, Hallmark, Tamiya, misc clothing, Miniso, pickleball court?!!, bakery, Toys R Us, claw machines, numerous restaurants. A few of the high end brands but more of an average price point shopping experience.

Simply delicious Peking duck!! So moist, crisp skin, perfect crepe like wrapper with a hint of…read moresesame seeds. The duck soup was creamy, not oily and delicious. Good with added wonton. Had a rice with seafood and taro on top... Okay. Spicy glass noodles with scallops. Delicous. Spinach? Rolls. Pretty good. Had a herb taste just couldn't pin point which kind.

We had a rehearsal dinner here and it was so special. Incredible view of the harbour and the light…read moreshow. The food is very high quality traditional Chinese food. The pork belly appetizer is delicious, as is the duck. Our service was impeccable and the wine selection is fantastic. Definitely a great choice for a special occasion.

Chevalier Garden in the Ma On Shan part of Sha Tin was my home base when I was visiting Hong Kong…read more Chevalier Garden is a public housing estate comprising of 17 apartment buildings built in 1988. The estate has numerous facilities including a school and recreational facilities like basketball courts. There is also a commercial shopping complex full of restaurants and shops. And is well served by numerous bus routes at the Chevalier Garden Bus Terminus. Stayed in Block 17. It is a bit of a walk to the shopping center and bus stop, but not that far. The apartment I was staying in was decent size in regards to space compared to a couple other public housing apartments in HK that I have visited. It also has a view of Ma On Shan which is one of the tallest mountains in HK. There is a security guard stationed in the lobby as well as a key code entry system so it is pretty safe. In staying at Chevalier, I got that there was a real sense of community as people greeted each other as they walked within the complex. The reason for the three stars is that the ventilation in the building is not the best. If it is hot outside, it is going to feel the same inside. Making air conditioning a must. I had a few sleepless nights due to the hot weather. It also limits your ability to cook since a dish requiring high heat is probably not a good idea. Fortunately, there are a few restaurants downstairs so it would be easier to order these dishes as takeout instead and save you the trouble. Living at Chevalier is convenient from a commute standpoint too. They have a bus (85K) that goes to Sha Tin Station so you can get on MTR as well as a bus (A41P) that goes directly to the airport. It also is close to the MTR Tai Shui Hang Station though I did not use that station as I found the bus easier. While it may not be in urban Hong Kong, I did not find it difficult to get from Chevalier Garden into the city. There are plenty of commute options. I enjoyed my stay here. A bit of a distance away from the urban sprawl, but not too far.

First off let me apologize for the photos, they were taken with a very old phone of mine…read more.. Hopefully they did not make you run away... Anyways, I spent my first year in a hall called "Daisy Li Hall" in New Asia College. And I am still pretty glad to have picked this place as my first year of studies. As a freshman, I really did not know what to expect at all. Luckily, I was told by many during the CUHK Registration Day that I should apply for a room at the hall with the best view in CUHK - Daisy Li Hall. It is located at the top of the hill and someone also told me it was drastically cold during winter compared to those at the bottom of the hill. (though I did not see much difference still...) Anyways, on my first day there, I was genuinely amazed with the view. My room faced directly to the Tolo Harbour, which according to feng shui, it helps so much with studies when your room faces such beautiful sea and mountain. And I did get a rather good result there haha... Whenever you walk to this hostel, you will also walk pass the famous Pavilion of Harmony. The huge banyan seems to have protecting this place for years and you will definitely feel very safe and sheltered if you are lucky enough to be one of the residents here. I have to say that it has the best study environment among all hostels in CUHK. However, if I may add, though it is equipped the best view in CUHK, I was rather annoyed with the shared bathroom as it was rather dirty... (Well, I suppose that is the case for most hostels here anyways...)

I shouldn't be surprised this place is on Yelp, but I am. It even has multiple reviews! Of all…read morethings to review, a building?? No, I get it. I, too, have special feelings for this building. I worked above the 50th floor for 6 months. We have a connection. Even tossing away my "graduation goggles", I can say without bias that this is one impressive structure. If there's one word to describe why you should visit Central Plaza: VIEWS. Oh my view. Viewbulous. You can pay a bunch of money to go somewhere and get the same view, or you can go up to the 46th floor of Central Plaza for FREE. It's a 360 degree viewing platform that literally gives you one of the most captivating looks at Hong Kong Island. Have you ever watched fireworks over the harbour at eye level? This is where you can! Let's get things straight. Central Plaza is NOT in Central. 中環廣場不是在中環的 。It is however, in a very central location. It's connected by a network of bridges that lead to the Wan Chai MTR, the Hong Kong Convention Centre, and tons of restaurants and shops. Surrounding it is the bustling urban centre that is Wan Chai. It might not have any shops or restaurants inside (except a Pacific Coffee), but you're within a 20 minute walk of everything you need to survive at every price point: high end and low end restaurants, brand name and bargain shops, gyms, groceries, pharmacies...god, I miss that place!! Despite its humble surroundings, this gorgeous structure is anything but humble. Skim the HK Island skyline any day and you'll easily spot it. It's the 3rd tallest building, it's got a super pointy thing sticking out, and it lights up! Some of its tenants are anything but humble as well. You can see their personal Mercedes and Lambos parked out front where the taxis are. If you're lucky, you'll see the eccentric billionaires themselves (Mr. Cecil Chao for example). If you're a quick passerby, don't pass up the opportunity to check out that observatory deck. If you're ever lucky enough to work in this building, cherish your time here and take as many pictures as you can. I'm not sure I'll ever work in anything this majestic ever again. CHERISH IT!! (82/100) - 2017

If you want to get some really good views of HK for free, head up to the 46th floor of Central…read morePlaza in Wan Chai. This is a little known gem, as most people (and rightly so) assume that access to the building is only open to those working there. The viewing deck is in fact open to anyone who wishes, every day of the week and on Saturday mornings. Outside of theses times, building security tightens and you are required to show your tenants card. You could visit on Sunday mornings, and sign in as a worshipper, as there is a church (the worlds highest I believe) in the pyramid at the top of the building. If you do come by of a weekday, why not drop by the Pacific Coffee concession on the 2nd floor for a refreshment before heading up to the viewing deck. At PC, you are sure to get the finest HK service - mainly pointing, shouting and being rude right to your face. Sounds awful (it is), but nonetheless, it is an experience not to be missed though. Up on the viewing deck there is no seating, no other furniture, actually nothing, just the big open lobby area. However, you do get 360 degree view all across HK, from the harbour to the peak. It is an internal viewing deck, so if you want photos, you should push yourself right against the glass. Come by to kill 15 minutes and enjoy a coffee with great views. Just don't expect any niceties, like seats. This is after all an office building and not for us to look at the pretty skyline. Just another point of interest that you may want to read about on the Central Plaza website; the spire of the building is actually a clock that lights the time in 15 min increments from 6pm to 6am, using four blocks of different colours. There is a system to reading it, and it can be quite fun to try and work it out (maybe that's just me!).

One of the oldest public housings in Hong Kong. I've been hearing that the government was going to…read moretear these estates up and put up new ones for many years. My mother used to live here when she was younger. Now this place is more known for the Instagram worthy pics because of the rainbow colors in the background where the basketball courts are located. I feel bad for the residents that live here because they have to deal with all the extra foot traffic from all these wannabe IG models...