Hong Kong for 10 Days (help)
Hi,
I'm considering a trip to Hong Kong for 10 days. Firstly, is this enough time to do some serious sight (I'm focusing on Kowloon and HK island) seeing ? Secondly, can someone recommend a hotel (Kowloon or HK island) ? I'm going there alone and basically want a good/safe place to sleep, walking distance to cool surroundings + MTR. I don't need a five star hotel but it can't be filthy either. Location, location and location is key. Thank you, Jim |
Ten days is plenty of time. Of course, there is always more to see and do, but that's a reason for a return trip. WIth 10 days, you can see some of the outer islands and take a day or two in Macau.
If you want convenient and well-priced (for Hong Kong) take a look at the Salisbury YMCA. It's really a hotel - sort of like a Holiday Inn - close to everything and well-located on the Kowloon side, close to an MRT stop and to the Star ferry. |
i second the Y.....some of our resident experts from HK may have some good suggestions for you....
10 days will be a luxuary in HK...most have far less... |
Ten days is a lot for a small place like Hong Kong. You can cover the whole place, including New Territories and the main islands - Lantau, Cheung Chau and Lamma. And a couple days in Macau too.
Need a budget for hotel... Anyways, since hotel is expensive in Hong Kong, with that much time, I'll spend at least two nights in Macau. Perhaps even three. |
Do you have some specific interests to pursue in Hong Kong? I'm sure there are good reasons for lengthy stays, but for general sightseeing 2 or 3 days seem plenty. With 10 days available, I'd suggest mainland China would be a more rewarding destination.
I've stayed at the Salisbury YMCA (upgraded to a corner suite) and it was very comfortable and convenient and excellent value. |
I recommend the Holiday Inn Express in Causeway Bay. This is a great shopping/eating area and the hotel itself is cheap, modern, clean, right next to the MTR and tramlines and Causeway Bay is in total my favourite area to stay in HK.
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Hi Everyone,
Thanks so much to replying with all you valuable tips etc. I’m basically going for sightseeing (traveling alone). The reason for staying 10 days is simple – I’m flying from Eastern Canada and to fly in all that way for 2-4 days isn’t really worth it (24 hrs just to get there)… Right now I estimate that the flight cost (leaving October or November) will be approx. 1500.00CAD and the hotel is still a variable… I’ll look into the Y Salisbury and see what that gives me. Thanks again to everyone who responded. Any additional information/advice is welcome!!! Jim |
Should I focus on hotels in Kowloon or HK island? (where is it most fun ?)
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It really doesn't matter whether you are on Hong Kong Island or Kowloon. They are a 5 minute ferry ride apart. Find the best hotel for your money. Hotels are quite expensive in Hong Kong. And I agree with rkkwan, look to spend at least two nights in Macau.
I can't imagine trying to "see" Hong Kong in two or three days as someotherguy suggests. I've been to HK twice for a week each time and have still not seen half the things on my list of things to see and do! |
I totally agree with Kathie. There is more than enough to do in 10 days. Enjoy!
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