Art Week in Hong Kong, spearheaded by Art Basel Hong Kong (March 28–30), kicks off next week. In advance, Whitewall shares a guide to the top hotels to stay at while in town—including The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Upper House, The Langham, and more.
The St. Regis Hong Kong
Courtesy of St. Regis Hong Kong.
Courtesy of St. Regis Hong Kong.
A combination of the best found in the East and the West, The St. Regis Hong Kong greets visitors with a thoughtful-designed hotel shining with sophistication. Its interior, designed by Andre Fu, reflects the aesthetics of a private Hong Kong mansion, juxtaposing the timeless elegance that the hotel group is known for with Hong Kong’s architectural diversity. Inside, 127 rooms and suites are complemented by careful elements and a personalized St. Regis Butler Service, providing a level of unmatched service. For food and beverage options, two Michelin-starred restaurants offer sumptuous bites and decadent sips: the two-Michelin-starred French restaurant L’Envol, helmed by Chef Olivier Elzer; and the one-Michelin-starred restaurant named Rùn Chinese, led by Chef Hung Chi-Kwong. Other notable spaces include The Drawing Room, which hosts a redefined Afternoon Tea experience, and The St. Regis Bar. The latter provides an unforgettable experience, heightened by signature cocktails and live jazz music.
Rosewood Hong Kong
Courtesy of Rosewood Hong Kong.
Courtesy of Rosewood Hong Kong.
The Rosewood Hong Kong, encompassing 413 rooms, is located in the heart of the Victoria Dockside arts and design district. Perfectly positioned on the harbor in Tsim Sha Tsui, the property is one of the area’s creative and cultural epicenters. Occupying 43 floors of the multi-use Rosewood Tower, the Rosewood features eight bars and restaurants, recreational facilities, and Asaya—the hotel’s holistic wellness concept. Complementing the gorgeous amenities, The Manor Club executive lounge greets visitors with exclusive privileges; The Pavilion, the brand’s meeting and function space, hosts corporate events, conferences, and celebrations; and Rosewood Residences welcomes guests to 186 ultra-luxe short- and long-stay rentals, punctuated with a private club, special services, and dedicated amenities. In celebration of its five-year milestone, Rosewood Hong Kong is also inviting guests to the Rosewood Front Row program, available from March 19–30—a discovery of art and culture-focused adventures, inspiring talks, and culinary collaborations.
The Peninsula Hong Kong
Courtesy of The Peninsula Hong Kong.
Courtesy of The Peninsula Hong Kong.
First opened in 1928, The Peninsula Hong Kong is Hong Kong’s oldest hotel, featuring 300 rooms—including 52 suites and two ultra-luxurious suites. In addition to eight restaurants and lounges (like Felix restaurant, the European eatery Gaddi’s, and the Cantonese restaurant Spring Moon), the hotel has a fitness center and spa with six VIP couples’ suites, a soundproofed music room with a grand piano, and a chauffeur service that employs a fleet of Rolls Royce Phantom cars. Guests can also fulfill all their shopping needs at The Peninsula Arcade, which is home to over 80 luxury brand boutiques. Special for Art Week in Hong Kong, as well, is the return of the experiential “Art in Resonance” exhibition, curated by Bettina Prentice and Isolde Brielmaier, featuring commissions by Hong Kong local Kingsley Ng and international artists Elise Morin, Lachlan Turczan, Saya Woolfalk.
The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong
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Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong.
LTD Designworks fashioned The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong to embody a global metropolis that brings together the best of the East and the West, and highlights Hong Kong’s local flavors. From floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre, the hotel is home to 312 guest rooms and suites, designed to give optimal views of the city and harbor below. The hotel offers an array of food and drink options (including the rooftop bar Ozone, Almas Caviar Bar, and the Michelin-starred restaurants Tosca and Tin Lung Heen), as well as an indoor pool, fitness center, spa, and the largest ballroom in the city. Visitors interested in seeing the expansive city up close are encouraged to utilize the telescopes provided in each suite.
The Upper House
Café Gray Deluxe, courtesy of The Upper House.
Courtesy of The Upper House.
Designed by Andre Fu, the calm and contemporary interiors of The Upper House feature 117 rooms, including 21 suites and two penthouses—both hold the record for the largest in size in Hong Kong. Refreshments and cocktails can be found on the 49th floor at the Sky Lounge and the Café Gray Bar. Additionally, The Lawn on the sixth floor offers a menu offers full of sustainably sourced organic snacks, including vegan and gluten-free options. ” What makes our House a “home” is our people, they are the heart and soul of our brand,” said the hotel’s general manager, Kristina Snaith-Lense. “We are passionate about creating uplifting and genuine experiences for you during your stay, taking you on the upwards journey that our House is named for and escaping Hong Kong’s frenetic energy for a serene haven in the skies.
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
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Courtesy of the Mandarin Oriental.
The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong offers a luxurious home away from home environment, complemented by breathtaking views of Hong Kong’s skyline and the famous Victoria Harbour. The glamorous hotel boasts ten restaurants and bars—including three with Michelin stars—as well as a 24-hour fitness center and holistic spa that welcomes nine treatment rooms, jacuzzis, and a Chinese herbal steam room. Guests interested in what the hotel has to offer during the art-filled week surrounding Art Basel Hong Kong, inquire with the hotel about its Art Affair package for two.
The Langham
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Courtesy of The Langham.
Located in the center of Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui neighborhood, The Langham is just minutes away from a number of attractions and shopping destinations, including luxury designer flagships, the Victoria Harbour, and the Star Ferry. A European-style hotel designed with a pristine attention to detail, the Langham’s rooms and suites feature attributes like submerged bathtubs and rainfall showers, fireplaces, and fresh flowers. And for the special visitors who book the Director suite, guests can enjoy photographic art from the suite’s very own film library. The establishment also plays host to a rooftop pool, the Chuan Body + Soul wellness sanctuary, and six restaurants and bars—including the three Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurants T’ang Court and London’s famed Palm Court. For those looking for a relaxing treatment, Whitewall recommends booking a Heaven facial at Chuan Body + Soul.
