Conveniently located in Hong
Kong island's Center district
Attractive, traditional Chinese-themed decor throughout
Two-Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant is popular among visitors and locals
Open-sided
terrace serves free hot drinks all day
Smart phones with
free calling and 3G provided
Some rooms have
partial views of the harbor
On-site fitness center features a variety of machines
Free Wi-Fi
throughout
Some rooms are
tiny
Some room decor
feels dated
Most rooms have limited
views
No spa
The Lan Kwai Fong
Hotel is a simple, yet upscale, 33-floor property with a prime position in Hong Kong
island's Center district. Its location means numerous surrounding shopping and
dining options including SoHo and Lan Kwai Fong entertainment areas. Interior
design is attractive Oriental-themed styling while dining comes in the form of
an impressive two-Michelin-starred restaurant. While some rooms are small, others have harbor views and all provide free use of smart phones. Rates are
certainly reasonable for the area, though for something a little more modern --
and cheaper -- take a look at the Holiday Inn Express Hong Kong Soho.
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Scene
This towering hotel nonetheless has a boutique feel, and Oriental-themed interiors throughout.
Although with a
relatively small footprint, the towering and tiled facade of the Lan Kwai Fong
Hotel soars dizzyingly into the sky. Stepping into the lobby, visitors first
experience the Chinese theme that characterizes the interior design of the
hotel throughout -- contemporary takes on Eastern art blend with traditional
patterns and more modern, playful touches. The effect is original and
attractive, giving the property an arty and boutique vibe -- though the lobby
lounge does feel a little empty. As well as transporting guests to one of over
30 floors, the hotel's two elevators ferry visitors to a lovely and breezy
open-sided terrace area on the sixth floor with wooden decking, red paper
lanterns, and rows of potted bamboo (though views aren't that special).
Location
Set in Hong Kong island's Center district, a couple blocks from SoHo
The hotel is
located on a small side road in Hong Kong island's bustling Center district, within
walking distance of Victoria Harbor and the neighboring business area. The
surroundings are full of restaurants, supermarkets, and retail outlets as well
as the revitalized creative hub of PQT. The Central-Mid-Levels escalator and
walkway system that facilitates transport through the vibrant entertainment
zone of SoHo is just a couple blocks away. The popular and well-known bar area
of Lan Kwai Fong is also less than a 10 minutes' walk away, while the Sheung Wan
MTR subway station is five minutes away on foot.
Rooms
Oriental-style decor with free smart phone loaners and some harbor views
The hotel has 162
rooms, all of which continue the Oriental-theme decor with Asian-style accents
such as traditional Chinese patterning and Eastern-leaning carved wood furnishings.
Connectivity is particularly impressiv,e with not only free Wi-Fi but the loan
of smart phones with unlimited 3G access and calls to seven countries (including the UK, US, and Australia). Other technology includes iPod docks and flat-screen TVs with
satellite channels that include CNN, BBC, and Bloomberg. Bathrooms are finished
with colorful inset glass beads and have either standalone showers or
shower/tub combos. Some higher-level rooms feature partial views of the harbor,
while some suites even provide panoramic vistas from small furnished balconies
-- though most views are limited. Typical of Hong Kong hotels, some of the
rooms are tiny and some of the decor does feel dated.
Features
Two Michelin-starred restaurant and open-air terrace lounge
Although lacking
a pool or any spa facilities, the Lan Kwai Fong Hotel features one of the
finest restaurants in the area -- Celebrity Cuisine. With an impressive two Michelin
stars, this fine-dining restaurant serves up excellent Cantonese cooking in a snug 40-seat room where diners can even spot the occasional celebrity. The
BreeZe Lounge also provides a pleasant and open-sided terrace serving free hot
drinks throughout the day; it's only place where you can smoke in the hotel.
There's also a decent-sized fitness room and Wi-Fi is free of charge throughout
the property.
