Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong

Contemporary and sophisticated, the 501 guest accommodations range from 32-square-meter standard rooms to the opulent 292-square-meter presidential suite. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic harbor views, while flat-screen TVs—both in the bedroom and bathroom—wireless Internet (available for a fee), iPod docking stations, and individually controlled lighting and climate control are some of the high-tech amenities. The 68 suites are individually themed and include the signature English-inspired Howarth Suite, outfitted with velvet textures and mahogany and walnut furnishings, and the Meiji Suite, where Japanese artwork and black lacquer-trimmed furniture are part of a tranquil aesthetic. The Lichfield Suite, a mod space of black, white, and red, pays homage to former photographer Patrick Lichfield, a regular hotel guest.

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, offers 10 restaurants and bars, including two Michelin-award winning venues: The Pierre features a seasonally inspired menu of French fare in an elegant setting overlooking Victoria Harbour, while the Mandarin Grill + Bar serves up expansive cityscape views and innovative dishes prepared with organic ingredients. Other options include the Cantonese Man Wah restaurant and the Café Causette, a casual eatery providing healthful options, along with Asian and Western specialties. Nestled in a "secret" location in the hotel's kitchen is the Krug Room, where up to 12 diners share a communal table and sample tasting menus by Chef Uwe Opocensky—complemented by an extensive collection of Krug champagne. There is also the Clipper Lounge, which evokes a sophisticated ambience distinguished by mink, taupe, and Oriental decor; buffet-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available, as well as afternoon tea. For a sweet treat, guests can enjoy pastries and desserts at the Mandarin Cake Shop.

• Rooms
• 501 Rooms

• Food Options
• Serves Alcohol

On-site amenities include the 141-square-meter fitness center sporting PowerPlate and Kinesis equipment and personal training sessions, and an indoor swimming pool, located on the hotel's rooftop. Flexible meeting space totals more than 900 square meters and includes a boardroom, with capacity to hold up to 14 guests, and the Connaught Room, encompassing six separate rooms and accommodating up to 300.

Guests venturing outside of the hotel are steps from some of the city's prime shopping, and dining and nightlife options along Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo (South of Hollywood Road) are five minutes away. Visiting Victoria Peak, known for its 360-degree harbor and island vistas, is a popular sightseeing excursion, as is a cruise across the harbor aboard the Star Ferry. History enthusiasts can explore the 19th-century Man Mo Temple, dedicated to the God of Literature and God of War, while cultural fans may want to schedule a visit during February through mid-March for the Hong Kong Arts Festival, celebrating international orchestras, theater, and entertainers. Day trips can be planned to the Disneyland theme park, located on Lantau Island, about 90 minutes from the hotel, or to the former Portuguese colony of Macau, a quick ferry ride away.

• Fitness & Activities
• Personal Training

• Facilities & Amenities
• Cold Plunge Pool
• Concierge
• Dry Cleaning
• Locker Room
• Meeting Facilities
• Retail Store
• Robes Provided
• Sauna
• Showers
• Slippers Provided
• Steam Room
• Swimming Pool
• Toiletries Available