by Lian Slayford-Wei

Created on: February 11, 2010

Best Hotels in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the world despite being a busy city. It seems to be a blend of east and west – exotic yet familiar at the same time. She owes much of her unique character due to her Sino-British history but within the last ten years, she has really come into her own.

Hong Kong is known for its amazing shopping opportunities, from modern malls to wonderfully unique flea markets. She has over 10,000 restaurants and some beautiful hiking trails. One feature that she can boast of is her wonderful range of hotels.

If you are looking for luxury for your visit, why not book a room at The Peninsular Five Star Hotel (http://www.peninsula.com/Peninsula_Hotels/en/default .aspx#/Hong_Kong/en/). Established in 1928, this hotel has been claimed as one of the finest hotels in Hong Kong. She has a wide range of rooms, each with their own price tag.

Rooms here are spacious with high ceilings and still retain their original character whilst suitable for the 21st century. One of the best rooms is the Grand Deluxe Harbour View Suite; situated on the corner, these penthouse suites give you incredible views of Victoria Harbour through the enormous windows.

The Peninsular Five Star Hotel boasts four amazing restaurants. These all have high quality reviews and give you a taste of Hong Kong’s culinary heritage.

The Mandarin Oriental is one of the best hotels to stay in when visiting Hong Kong. Overlooking the harbour, she stands as one of the leading hotels on the island since her opening in 1963 (http://www.mandarinoriental.com/hongkong/).

The rooms at the Mandarin Oriental are sumptuous and luxurious – once you walk into them, you will not want to leave! The hotel can offer you a range of suites, from small ‘study’ rooms to standard rooms, from studio suites to the famous Mandarin Suite. Situated at the very top of the hotel, the Macau Suite and Tamar Suite are the height of luxury with the most spectacular views of Hong Kong. At night, these are simply too amazing for words.

The Mandarin Oriental can boast some fabulous restaurants; the food she offers is simply delicious. For when you want to relax, treat yourself to a visit to her wonderful spa. The Forbes Travel Guide gave her five gold stars, one of the very few hotels around the world to be awarded this.

The Four Seasons Hotel (http://www.fourseasons.com/hongkong/) is another hotel that has great reviews. Overlooking the beautiful Victoria Harbour and the financial district, she is a popular choice for those wanting luxury and quality.

She gives you a choice of 399 rooms, including 54 suites. As her rooms give you wall to wall windows, you can be captivated by the impressive views of this beautiful city. A blend of eastern and western designs, the rooms are luxurious and contemporary with all the amenities you could ask for.

The Caprice Restaurant within the Four Seasons Hotel has an open kitchen, so that you can watch the chefs at work – they even put on a show for you. She is one of only two restaurants in Hong Kong to be awarded the prestigious Michelin stars, emphasising the quality and scrumptiousness of her menu.

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