14 Best Hotels in Hong Kong, China

A tranquil haven of designer luxury, even the lowest tier rooms at Upper House clock in at a palatial 70 square meters (about 750 square feet) and come with huge window-side bathtubs, walk-in rain showers, and free minibars (or Maxi-Bars as they call them). Perched on the uppermost floors of the JW Marriott Hotel, the Upper House begins to charm as soon as the elevator opens onto the 49th-floor Sky lounge. Some guests may lament the lack of a pool and a spa, but with rooms like these, who needs them? 

A hip, young vibe prevails, though guest rooms are veritable urban oases—soundproof and spacious; alternately colorful or sleek on even and odd floors; and equipped with mood lighting, surround audiovisual systems, big mirrors, and even bigger harbor views. The adjacent Elements mall is a shopaholic's dream, the 76th-floor outdoor heated pool area feels like a gathering spot for the young and the restless, and ultimate relaxation awaits at Bliss spa. Despite the West Kowloon address, it's very easy to get island-side by train or car (Western Tunnel is down the street).

One of Hong Kong's finest ultraluxe hotels, the Four Seasons wows with knockout harbor views from its sumptuous guest rooms, world-class restaurants, a gorgeous infinity pool, and legendary service. Few comforts are neglected, with amenities ranging from lavish Chinese-accented furnishings to a blissful sanctuary of a spa. Restaurants include Lung King Heen, the first Cantonese restaurant to get three Michelin stars, and Caprice, one of the premier French restaurants in the city.

First opened in 1963, the flagship of the Mandarin Oriental hotel group has lost little of its opulence, colonial charm, or shine: it still features impeccable service and sumptuous rooms levelled up with goose-down bedding, silk kimonos, and acres of marble in the bathrooms. Closet cubbyhole "valet boxes" are where your daily paper, newly shined shoes, and room-service meal magically appear. Michelin-starred Man Wah offers local Cantonese delicacies, The Aubrey is a 25th-floor Japanese izakaya that ranks as one of the city's best spots for cocktails and late-night eats, while The Chinnery and Captain's Bar ooze clubby colonial vibes. Other notable facilities include The Mandarin Spa, which draws inspiration from traditional Chinese Medicine, and the old-school Mandarin Barber.

Next to Hong Kong Park and the lower terminus of the Peak Tram, this 25-story office tower was converted into a lavishly minimalist luxury hotel in 2018, and boasts elegantly appointed harbor-view rooms, a swimming pool, spa and five restaurants, including one on the rooftop.

Even in a city with so many world-class hotels, The Peninsula—opened in 1928 and the luxury brand's flagship—stands apart from the rest, an oasis of old-world glamour, with Kowloon and harbor views that'll make you feel like you own Hong Kong and high-ceiling, apartment-like rooms furnished with chic, residential-style elegance and updated with guest-oriented technology. Amenities here include multiple bedside adapters, LED touch-screen wall panels (available in 11 languages), interactive digital tablets, and wireless phones with complimentary VOIP long-distance. Eating and drinking options range from Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant Spring Moon to award-winning French at Gaddi’s, fine dining in the Philippe Starck–designed Felix to Swiss classics in the chalet-style Chesa. Of course, there's the reimagined afternoon-tea service in the lobby and swank cocktails at aptly named The Bar. There's also a pool and fitness center, and, as with all Peninsulas, a top-of-the-line spa incorporating Asian healing traditions. It all comes together with impeccable service, and—for those not minding the bank—can be accented with experiences like private helicopter tours and dim sum "journeys."

At the world's third highest hotel, occupying the 102nd through the 118th floors of West Kowloon's ICC skyscraper, every large, luxurious guest room enjoys a stupendous vantage point. While the many restaurants and bars enjoy the same stratospheric outlooks, high tea served at window-side seats in the Lounge & Bar is an especially memorable, vertigo-inducing experience; at Ozone, the highest bar in the world, the terrace is downright dizzying. A beautiful view-filled pool takes swimming to new heights.

Formerly named Hullet House, this hotel offers 10 huge suites at a former colonial marine police headquarters dating back to the 1880s. Each suite re-creates a different era of Hong Kong history with bold, artistic flair showcasing Asian and colonial styles—while pampering guests with 21st-century technology and luxury. Within the rooms, guests will find a terrace overlooking gardens or the skyline beyond, while mood lighting, hidden 46-inch IPTVs, and amenities such as a 24-hour butler service create a private retreat from the modern city.

A direct connection to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre makes this a business-first hotel, but leisure travelers also enjoy the elegant rooms, with sweeping harbor views and luxurious touches such as an oversize square bathtub and mirror TV. The restaurants are excellent, in particular One Harbour Road; the handsome Grand Hyatt Steakhouse; and Tiffin, with its legendary buffet spread and live music performances. Sports facilities include a curvaceously beautiful pool, 400-meter jogging track, children's playground, and some rent-by-the-hour facilities such as a driving range and tennis and squash courts.

Modeled in Victorian style after the Grand Floridian at Florida's Disney resort, this hugely popular resort is beautifully done, from the spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the sea to kids' activities hosted by Disney characters. A sense of whimsy reigns supreme everywhere, including at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, where girls can transform into Disney princesses. Adults can partake of horticulture tours. For adults and kids alike, days begin in the Enchanted Garden Restaurant, where Mickey and his pals appear at a lavish buffet breakfast.

Towering above Pacific Place, this Hong Kong icon opened in 1991 and continues to charm with renovated, design-forward guest rooms and suites offering stunning harbor views and a refreshed, creative take on the brand's trademark Asian high-end hospitality. The Great Motherland of China, said to be the world's largest Chinese silk painting in a hotel, soars 167-feet high in the atrium. Restaurants include Petrus for old-world French and Lobster Bar and Grill for premium steaks and seafood. Club level travelers can enjoy the Horizon Lounge, with free snacks, drinks, and evening champagne and cocktails.

A luxury hotel residence designed for small families in mind, K11 Artus offers ultrastylish accommodations that range from spacious studios to one- to three-bedroom residences to penthouses, all equipped with kitchens, balconies, and modern interiors. Most units---though not all---have floor-to-ceiling windows that offer breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour. There is an infinity pool, though the views are blocked by the surrounding buildings.

The most luxurious stay in Wan Chai, this André Fu--designed hotel features posh touches in each of its spacious rooms, from plush bathrobes and Frette bed linens to St. Regis--branded bottles of gin in the minibar. There's even an entire floor dedicated to wellness, including a spa and a temperature-controlled pool. The restaurants take things up another notch—the hotel has two Michelin-starred establishments, the innovative French L'Envol and the Cantonese fine-diner Run.