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1. The Peninsula
Opened in 1928 and still one of Hong Kong's best-loved hotels, the Neo-Classical Peninsula overlooking Victoria Harbour is famous for restrained luxury and excellent, friendly service.
- Salisbury Rd, Kowloon
- 2920 2888
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.peninsula.com
2. The Mandarin Oriental HK
A favourite among royalty, politicians, stars and business folk, the Mandarin benefits from a supreme Central location and a reputation for excellence and old-fashioned opulence. Beyond the imposing gold and black marble lobby and the frock-coated concierges and bellhops, the Mandarin's elegant rooms have balconies overlooking the harbour and, less happily, busy Connaught Road.
- 5 Connaught Rd, Central
- 2522 0111
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.mandarinoriental.com
3. Hotel Intercontinental Hong Kong
Popular with the rich and famous, the splendid, modern Intercontinental (formerly the Regent) is consistently voted among Asia's best hotels. The huge, beautifully appointed rooms offer fantastic harbour views.
- 18 Salisbury Rd, Kowloon
- 2721 1211
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.interconti.com
4. Island Shangri-La
The lovely airy lobby, huge chandeliers and stunning silk landscape adorning the atrium are a prelude to the largest hotel rooms in Hong Kong, with terrific Peak or harbour views.
- Pacific Place, Central
- 2877 3838
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.shangri-la.com
5. The Conrad
Guests are dwarved by the giant flowers and insects on the high lobby murals in this impressive hotel. Rooms above the 40th floor are large and sumptuous, with excellent harbour or Peak views.
- Pacific Place, Central
- 2521 3838
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.conrad.com.hk
6. The Grand Hyatt
Next to the Convention Centre and the sole choice for unbridled luxury in Wanchai, the Grand Hyatt has looked after world-famous guests including former US President Clinton. Revamped rooms have a modern feel, including all high-tech mod-cons.
- 1 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai
- 2588 1234
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.hongkong.hyatt.com
7. The Ritz-Carlton
Smaller and more intimate than many of its luxury heavyweight contenders, the plush, elegantly chintzy Ritz Carlton is celebrated for peerless, friendly service.
- 3 Connaught Rd, Central
- 2877 6666
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.ritzcarlton.com
8. The Mandarin Oriental Macau
What this Mandarin lacks in its ferry terminal location it more than makes up for with service and facilities. It is, perhaps, the best hotel in Macau. Compared with Hong Kong's rates, this is luxury on the cheap.
- 956 1110 Avenida da Amizade, Macau
- 567 888
- $$$ (HK$1,000 - $2,000)*
- www.mandarinoriental.com
9. Kowloon Shangri-La
Not quite up to the standards of its Hong Kong Island counterpart, perhaps, but the Kowloon Shangri-La offers luxury at a significant discount to its sister. The Horizon Club tariff includes butler service and club lounge.
- 64 Mody Rd, Kowloon
- 2721 2111
- $$$$$ (over HK$2,500)*
- www.shangri-la.com
10. The Great Eagle
Restrained opulence reigns throughout. There's a good gym, pool and sauna and top-quality restaurants, including the impressive Cantonese T'ang Court, decked out like a Mongolian tent.
- 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
- 2375 1133
- $$$$ (HK$2,000 - $2,500)*
- www.gehotel.com
