Travelers who are allergic to ugly hotel rooms will want to head straight to Hong Kong's hippest boutique hotel, opened in 2004 by a Singaporean 20-something entrepreneur and designed by Philippe Starck. From the moment guests step into the low-key lobby with its teak wood floors, white sheer curtains, and whimsical furniture and are greeted by staff in chic Shanghai Tang-designed uniforms, they know this is no ordinary place of abode. Stylish rooms (35 sq. m/380 sq. ft.), bathed in white and divided into living, dining, and working areas, feature kitchens and home theater units consisting of flat-panel TVs, DVD/CD players, and surround sound. One- and two-bedroom suites are also available. Guests enjoy free local telephone calls, free broadband Internet access, complimentary continental breakfast and cocktail hour, free access to a local gym, and access to both Kee, a private members' club, and the VIP area of Dragon-i. I wouldn't be surprised if some people check in and never move out, especially with this incentive: Long-staying guests get a free massage.
Facilities:
2 restaurants (Australian, Asian); bar; free access to nearby health club; sun deck; room service noon-10pm; massage, same-day laundry service/dry cleaning
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| Address | 1-5 Irving St | |
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| Location | Causeway Bay, Causeway Bay/Wan Chai | |
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| Transportation | MTR: Causeway Bay | |
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| Phone | 852/3196 9000 | |
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| Fax | 852/3196 9001 | |
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| Web site | www.jiahongkong.com | |
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| Room Information | 54 units | |
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| Prices | HK$1,800 (US$234/£129) single or double; from HK$2,600 (US$338/£186) suite. Monthly rates available. Rates include continental breakfast | |
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| Credit Cards | AE, DC, MC, V | |
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| In Room Amenities | A/C, satellite/cable TV w/DVD/CD player, high-speed dataport, kitchen, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, safe | |