The Jervois / Sheung Wan (Hong Kong) -- After staying in three successive luxury hotels in Taipei,…read morePenang, and Kuala Lumpur, Jamie W and I were in the mood for something a bit more functionally elegant since we were midway through our East Asian adventure. This turned out to be the perfect choice because we ended up booking a One Bedroom Suite with a Queen Bed with my available credit card points. It was really a small furnished apartment with a kitchenette and contemporary West Elm-style furnishings. It would've cost us at least US$255 per night if we paid outright. What's more, they had multiple washers and dryers on the first floor just when we needed to do our laundry. The front desk staff was first-rate with hotel services and local insights, as was the housekeeping staff stationed next to the laundry. There was no fancy lobby here and no need for one. That's what I mean by 'functionally elegant'. The hotel's Sheung Wan location was ideal for anyone interested in hanging out in the hip-heavy Central district. We were within walking distance of some of the best noodle houses, coffee shops, and gay bars. Hong Kong Station, the Star Ferry Pier, and even Victoria Peak were not that much further away. A great spot. RELATED - Exploring Hong Kong? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AGgadg

Absolutely loved staying at The Jervois. Every "room" is either a one-bedroom or two-bedroom suite,…read moreand they are quite spacious. The furniture is showing its age a tiny bit (the couch was lumpy), but everything was clean and tidy and minimalist in design. The kitchen has just enough to be functional (silverware, plates, bowls, glasses, a pot, a fridge, a stovetop, a coffee maker, and a water purifier) so that you can make small meals or bring take-out back to the room. The room is very quiet overall, and since there are only two suites per floor, you never hear anyone else. There is a gym on the second floor, and there are also completely free laundry machines (washers and dryers, three of them, detergent provided) which was amazing! The hotel is located a quick walk from the Sheung Wan MTR stop, in walking distance to all of Sheung Wan and Central, and there are tons of restaurants and bars in the area. There's also a 7-Eleven directly across the street. The staff were all very nice, although the lobby and staff interaction is minimal. If you're like me and you prefer that the staff stay out of your way in general, you'll like it. If you're expecting the staff to be available to cater to every need, you might be a bit disappointed. This is my new favorite hotel in Hong Kong, and I'll definitely be staying again.

Great space. A textured mix of old and new. Bold modern design meeting faux antique. Cute look. The…read morerooms are spacious by New York - Lindon standards and are thoughtfully appointed: charging ports at all plugs, in room air purifier, work desk, TV with Intl service and a fully stock mini bar. The only downside is this at the property is showing age: some of the public areas you can see scratches on the walls. There are dents in the furniture. There are areas where the paint could use a little TLC. And the Restaurant is a flipping rip off ----not that you're forced to use it. Great location, great vibe, great space. Just needs a little zhuzhing up on the edges

This hotel located at the Causeway Bay Area, about 15 min from the closest station. There are a lot…read moreof food places nearby. Room was clean and has all the necessities. Gym is small but very interesting. There is free water at the gym. There is free coffee, tea and snacks at the lobby. Staff were very helpful in locating great food places nearby.

We stayed at the Holiday Inn Golden Mile in Tsim Sha Tsui for 10 days and 9 nights during our visit…read moreto Hong Kong. The location was incredibly convenient, right on Nathan Road and directly across from K11 Art Mall. Our room was spacious, and the bathroom was modern and roomy. The bed was comfortable, although we found the pillows a little too soft for our liking. The shower had excellent water pressure. It was so strong that it felt like getting a massage! The staff were friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughout our stay. As IHG Platinum members, we received four complimentary welcome drink vouchers for the hotel bar, along with welcome pastries. We also appreciated the complimentary room upgrade to a higher floor. Since the hotel is located at the intersection of Nathan Road and Mody Road in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, the area was always busy with tourists. However, that's also what makes the location such a huge advantage. It was within walking distance of shopping malls, restaurants, the MTR, and many popular attractions, making it easy to get almost anywhere. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Hong Kong.

Pros - Location, location, location…read more- Clean and modern room - Wonderful breakfast bistro - Value for room and services Cons - Room views limited - Laundry services are expensive - Amenities like gym, spa, and pool are not fancy but clean Tip - This hotel location has a set of renovated, newer rooms which are a bit more expensive but worth it in my opinion - If a hotel continental breakfast/bistro is a must for you, this hotel offers an excellent one. We opted to purchase during our stay and did not regret this decision as the food & drink selections were vast and convenient for us to power up before our day. Strong coffee was good too! - Felt secure while staying at the hotel as there was noticeable staff and camera for security. Additionally, card keys are required for elevator and public restroom use. Bring your room key! - You can communicate with staff via email in English to arrange hotel reservations or answer questions before booking. My family of four (w/ two younger kids) enjoyed our stay here 4 nights and 5 days during the 2024 Christmas holidays. This was our first time as guests of this Holiday Inn so we were initially worried the room would be too small or old, however, we were pleasantly surprised the double-queen room was adequate. Our experience here was terrific and would gladly return in the future. Our kids loved the free internet, and the parents loved how the hotel made things simple for traveling parents. Additionally, the room & desk service folks were very friendly and helpful. Overall, this hotel is managed well and expectations were exceeded. We felt very welcomed and honored to have stayed at such a fine establishment.

In a great location in the midst of the mid levels, this hotel doesn't seem like much from the…read moreoutside but has an understated charm. It's not trying to hard to be something it's not. No robots that deliver your food, no breakfast, no minibar, and no smoking. This is a great place to crash and be able to explore Central. There is a lot of stuff to see/do/eat in a 2 block radius so don't just go for the normal places. The staff was helpful and spoke English, the room had a good layout and even though it was small it was no micro room. The bathroom was modern and the shower had great pressure. My bed was firm and the pillows weren't great but I am very picky. I would definitely stay here again next time I am in hong kong.

Not cheap, very VERY convenient location. I have no basis for comparison, but I've lived in several…read morepricey cities, and I was very pleased. The rooms are small but adequate, and they are very clean, and though they are humid (by no fault of the hotel; this is just the weather!), you are given a very effective dehumidifier. The staff are wonderful. Extremely helpful and always service with a smile. They make you feel like they are genuinely happy to have you, and they take care of business efficiently and professionally. They also provide a variety of Nespresso coffees in the morning. If you've seen the price of coffee in Hong Kong, you understand how nice this is. I do recommend staying here if you are a tourist looking for an excellent location. You get what you pay for, and this place is a good value.

We had a wonderful experience at the Hotel Icon! Firstly, it's a beautiful hotel with stellar…read morecustomer service. The service is due to the fact that the tourism college is connected to this hotel, so they're very committed to making sure the students know the proper way to treat customers. Secondly, all the amenities that come with the stay were fabulous! We opted for a Harbor view King room on the executive level. Totally worth the extra coin!! Our mini bar was filled everyday and everything in it was delicious and complimentary. The breakfast buffet on the 2nd floor was a real, quality buffet. It had dim sum, traditional English breakfast items and American items as well. There was an omelette station, an udon station and a fresh juice station! This buffet was complimentary with our executive room. You could also enjoy breakfast upstairs in the Above & Beyond lounge, which we tried once. But it was a menu only option and the buffet was too good to forgo. Another perk of the executive room was the complimentary tea time and cocktail hour in the Above & Beyond lounge. The rooms are a little lacking of soundproofing, so I'd suggest earplugs and white noise if you're a light sleeper like me.

Stayed for one night in June in a suite facing Victoria harbor. The suite was modern, beautiful,…read moreand clean. It was perfect for viewing the 8 pm Symphony of Lights on Hong Kong island and you can stream the audio soundtrack from your phone onto the speakers in the room. The hotel staff were very friendly and professional. We travelled with our two daughters and the suite had kids robes and kids cups and toothbrushes waiting for them. The lounge was wonderful for a quiet breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails. And the minibar in the suite was well stocked with sodas, juices, water, tea and coffee. The suite was reasonably priced versus suites in other hotels and allowed an occupancy of two adults and two children. Definitely recommend this hotel.

Boss recommended this hotel during my business trip - I am so glad he did…read more So from the street Hotel Pennington is a tiny hotel, so tiny that if you aren't paying attention you might actually miss it, but don't be fooled! Inside is a super nice hotel with modern interior, great service and most importantly: awesome location. The service was impeccable. The concierge quickly offered to take my luggage as soon as I came in, directed me to hotel lobby (on 4th floor) and explained that since I was early (9am) I may not be able to check in right away. That's okay because by the time i'm done wih registration my luggage is already neatly stowed away. Fast forward to 6pm, i was done with work and ealked over to the hotel. It took less than 3 minutes. I checked in which took another 5 mins and were given my keycard with wifi password. They told me not to worry about my luggage as it will be sent up right away. I got to my room, marveled at the chic dark wood interior, and my luggage arrived not 5 mins later. And that's it! Super easy. Oh and the best part is? It was cheap, especially in relative to other hotels in Causeway Bay. Also the hotel smells amazing. Subtle fragrance and makes me feel right at home.

Right in the middle of the Causeway Bay action, Hotel Pennington offers new rooms for a…read morelow-for-the-location price. While the rooms are small, they're designed exceptionally well and maximizes space - we never once felt cramped even after my wife exploded her suitcase. The location is great being in the heart of the upper-scale Causeway Bay neighborhood. Restaurants, supermarkets, convenience stores, banks, the subway, etc are within earshot, so you'll never have to venture far. My one peeve would be the elevators. There are only two small elevators servicing the entire building, so there we some long waits to get up and down.

We enjoyed this boutique hotel very much. Eunice and Bianca (front desk service) did everything…read morepossible to make our stay familiar, friendly, and comfortable. I won't say we're high maintenance, but we ask questions to make our time on tour more comfortable. They were instrumental in our experience. The hotel's rooms are small but comfortable. I must say there are windows into the toilet which is pretty weird depending on who you may be spending time with in your room as visitors/roommates! There is a blind, but it is just a blind. Weird, so I mention it. Views are staggering! Bear in mind that a government housing unit is right next door, so depending on what room you're in your neighbors may get to know you all to well, or you them! So my only recommendation is to get a key upon check in, travel to your room, check out the situation, and either accept it or ask for another room. Who wants to keep the blinds closed for much of the day and night on the 18th floor?! Just saying. The prices were below expected, they loan umbrellas readily, they keep elevators at the ground floor for guest convenience, and they have maps ready to direct guests around comfortably. Public transportation is ALL around, so getting anywhere could not be easier. Also, if you are staying a long time, like we did a laundry is literally right around the corner, that is almost too cheap. Drop of 10 kg of dirty clothes, pay about $11 USD up front, and return four hours later to find it "folded" and ready to pick up, bagged, tagged, and handed with your receipt. Can't beat it. We will surely return at the first opportunity.

Clean hotel, small room but comfortable. Safe neighborhood! than again all of Hong Kong is safe…read more This hotel is situated in the middle of all the fun and action , then again that's pretty much any where you go in Hong Kong. It's a tall hotel building , and yes all the buildings in Hong Kong are tall, so good to ask for higher up floor for better view of Hong Kong. Also, Excellent staff members and front desk crew. There is a restaurant in the hotel but its super boring, and expensive. But there is great! inexpensive restaurants within walking distance of the hotel and everywhere you go. Butterfly on Morrison lends out free smart phones with internet connection for navigating around town , phone calls , etc. for you to have 24/7 for your stay. They also lend out cell phone battery boosters, selfie sticks ( Lol !) , and other items to make your stay convenient and enjoyable. No need to bring a toothbrush to this hotel. They supply high quality toothbrushes along with toothpaste on a daily basis, to my surprise the cleaning lady kept trashing my toothbrush and giving me a new boxed and package toothbrush. In America we keep quality toothbrushes for at least 3 months before trashing. Lol! But it was all good! no complaints. There are many forms of transportation just outside the hotel door, literally. Bus stops, Trolleys, taxis, etc. and the subway MDR is not to far away and transportation cost is inexpensive and always moving, No long waiting times! Tip: get a Octupus card ASAP { Easier to buy at airport upon departure } to pay for public transportation with ease it is a must! except for taxi they take cash only and are the more expensive ( but moderate ) of the transportation in Hong Kong , all other forms of transportation are inexpensive but require the prepaid Octopus card. Hotel staff are knowledgeable about transportation and activities needs.

The Cordis was a fantastic hotel and I had a great time staying there. The rooms are modern and…read morebright and the views of the city are beautiful from any room. The location is so so good, you are right next to Langham Place, a fantastic mall with amazing architecture, and Mong Kok is pretty much in the center of Kowloon and a quick MTR ride to TST or HK island. You can walk across a sky bridge to Langham Place, and then access the MTR in the basement level. The service was geniunely over the top. The bellhops were amazing, they were so helpful and hard working. We asked for a taxi one time and there were none waiting, so he hailed one from the busy street for us! Another amazing service example, I was using a piece of paper for my mouse to work on the glass desk table, and when i came back later that day, the maid had replaced it with a Cordis mouse pad free of charge! Also everyday the maid would coil up all my phone charging cables with free of charge Cordis branded cable ties. We had the breakfast buffet and it was fantastic and had so much to offer, including a noodle bar, eggs benedict bar, dim sum, congee bar, HK milk tea and coffee, latte/cappucino made to order, etc. I could go on and on. The gym and pool is really nice, offering sweeping views of the city from the 41st floor while you work out. I pretty much will stay here everytime I visit HK in the future, I've found my Shangri-La!

FOOD: 4 SERVICE: 5…read moreAMBIANCE: 5 VALUE: 4 What an amazing location! Not only do you have a great buffet in the hotel lobby, there is Ming Court, a full service Cantonese restaurant. If you want more, there is a pedestrian bridge to Langham Place, a mall with lots of shops, restaurants and even a cinema! Conveniently located in Mong Kok, directly above a MTR station, you are not far from anything, anywhere. Service in the hotel is consistently excellent. Housekeeping keeps the room clean and well stocked. They offer twice a day service and anything extras (towels, tissues, etc.) are just a phone call away and delivered quickly. The rooms are comfortable (although ready for a refresh) and functional. Bathrooms are spacious and well stocked with amenities. If you book a Club room, you get access to a lounge on the 36th floor, with private check in and concierge service. There is lounge with mini buffet breakfast, afternoon tea snacks and drinks available throughout the day. We've stayed here a few times and have enjoyed every stay.