Women-Friendly Travel in Hong Kong
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Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
This is a sophisticated business hotel, conveniently situated at the heart of Hong Kong Island, right next to the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre. The Victoria Harbor view is stunning as this is again one of the tallest hotels in Hong Kong. It has direct access to the Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station which is located in its basement. The lobby is palatial, done up in art deco style complete with marble columns, fountains, palm trees and wood paneling, and impeccable interiors. With its charming and professional service standards it is a great choice for international travelers.
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The open air market
The open air market in Jardine's Crescent has cheap clothes and food items.
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Kowloon Shangrila
This legendary award winning architectural marvel is ideally located on the waterfront in the East side of Tsim shat Sui. It has the enthralling Victoria harbor view in front and the business and shopping hub next door. Once in the hotel, the chaos and bustle of the world's most busy city is left behind and one can loose oneself in the enveloping warmth of the hotel and its renowned service standards.
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Island Shangrila
This Hotel is located in the Central district and with its 56 storeys, is the tallest hotel in Hong Kong. The lights of Hong Kong and the Peak and Harbor are unbeatable viewing from the Island Shangrila. It is the final word in luxury and splendor. It has fabulous chandeliers, the finest carpets on its floors, a number of delicate artworks and stylish settings. In fact the walls of the atrium from the 39th to 56th floor have a huge silk Chinese painting done by 40 painters and considered the largest landscape painting in the world. There is a lounge in this area as well as an extremely well equipped old world style library.
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JW Marriott, Hong Kong
The first Asian flagship hotel of the Marriott group, The JW Marriott was inaugurated in 1989 and is the second in the trio of hotels connected to the finest shopping and dining experiences of the Pacific Place Shopping Mall. This 27 storey hotel again commands a great view of the Harbor, and the greenery of the Peak. It has the MTR station right next to it. Known as a business hotel, it has the best convention and conference facilities. Yet the flawless service standards cater to every whim and give equal attention to relax the traveler, leisure or business. There is wireless access in all public areas.
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Conrad, Hong Kong
The 3rd in the trio of hotels attached to the Pacific Place upmarket shopping and dining mall. This 61 storey hotel was built in 1990. The Hong Kong Park is next door to this stylish luxury hotel, and so is the MTR station. It has easy access to all modes of transport and to sites of interest. The hotel is contemporary in style, but has enough Asian features and traditional touches to soften and give warmth to it.
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Lan Kwai Fong Hotel
This 33 storey hotel has been awarded the best boutique hotel in Asia by Travel Weekly Asia Industry awards. It is located at the center of the financial and business district and is a walking distance from the popular and vibrant Soho and Lan Kwai Fong areas. There is efficient public transport system connecting this hotel and it has places of interest like the Hong Kong Park, Man Mo temple, The Times Square, The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, The Peak, Ocean Park and Disney Land within easy reach. The hotel provides complimentary shuttles to the Hong Kong Central Station, Star Ferry Pier etc. There is private self parking at a charge.
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Hotel Nikko Hong Kong
With its Japanese Heritage this modern premium hotel emphasizes on sincerity in effort, professional ethos, high service standards and a multi lingual staff well trained to handle all international and domestic guests.
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Holiday Inn Golden Mile
This strategically located hotel on Nathan Road, considered a mile long shopping extravaganza, is in the heart of Kowloon's busy commercial and entertainment hub. Yet it maintains a peaceful charm amidst the chaos. The boat tours and ferries are only five minutes walk from this hotel. The MTR station is next door and the Space Museum, Museum of History and the Kowloon Park are all close by.
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Kimberley Hotel
With the MTR station as well as the Ferry harbour close by, this hotel is well located on the busy shopping area in Tsimshatsui.
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Jia
Situated on the busy Causeway Camp, this is the first Phillipe Stark's designed boutique hotel in Asia. It is the finest blend of a hotel and serviced apartments. With its white background, warm teak floors, objects of art creatively placed, it has the ideal more livable feel of both a home and hotel, of luxurious settings with comfortable atmosphere, of aromatic candles and gifts welcoming guests. The apartment comes with a dining table, ultra modern amenities, a fully equipped kitchen, mini bars, work areas, top quality audio equipment including flat screen TV, DVD units, surround sound, free wireless broadband and local calls. The laundry can be handled by the hotel, but one has the provision of doing one's own laundry in outdoor terrace Laundromats. There is privacy in cozily done alcoves and curtained enclosures in the rooms. This is certainly the place for longer stays.
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Renaissance Harbour View Hotel
This is a 43 storey hotel right in the heart of Hong Kong's attractions, next to the Hong Kong Convention Centre and separated from the Grand Hyatt by the largest swimming pool and outdoor park shared by the two hotels. It is superbly located overlooking the harbor with the Wanchai Star Ferry terminal. Just five minutes from shopping and nightlife districts, Hong Kong's main attractions of Victoria Peak, Disney Land and Stanley market are all very close by. It has all the five star facilities at a lower price than most.
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YMCA - The Salisbury
With the stunning show of 'Symphony of Lights' from the Harbor Rooms of this 3 star, 16 storey hotel, the location, at the tip of Kowloon Peninsula could not be better. In the midst of the main businesss, shopping and entertainment district of Tsimshatsui, it is adjacent to the museums, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Waterfront and Avenue of Stars. It is one block from the one mile Nathan Street and the MTR and East Tsimshatsui station line, walking distance to the Ferry and Ocean terminal.
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YWCA -The Anne Black
The 20 storey YWCA, previously known as The Anne Black Guest House, is a great option for the budget traveler. Though one floor is kept only for women, there is plenty of accommodation in its 169 air conditioned rooms. Situated on a hill in downtown Kowloon, it is close to the YA MA Tei MTR station. The area it is in also has hospitals, the Jade Market, the Night Market, etc
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Booth Lodge
This Budget Lodge is just off Nathan Street, on the 7th floor of the Salvation Army Building. It is close to the Jade Market, Night Market and Ladies Cloth Market as well as to the Cultural Center and Avenue of Stars. It is well connected by the public transport system. The Star Ferry harbor is a ten minute drive from here.
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Dorsett Far East Hotel
Though not really in the Budget category, one can get good deals in this hotel located in the Tsuen Wan area. It is a favorite with travelers as even though it is situated in the heart of Hong Kong, well connected with public transport and close to the shopping and commercial Tsimshatsui, one can still get away with a cheap stay and bill. Given the price the rooms are cozy, clean and well decorated. The hospitality and devoted service by the smiling staff endears one to this hotel.
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The New International Guest House
Located in the hub of shopping and entertainment areas of Tsimshatsui and well connected to Victoria Harbor and Space Museum, as well as by the public transport system to all parts of Hong Kong, this guest house is clean, safe, affordable and comfortable. The bi-lingual staff is experienced and friendly.
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Embassy Hotel (Service Apartment)
Located in the heart of vibrant Mangkok city, close to the entertainment, shopping and eating district, this place offers great value for money. The staff is courteous, friendly and very helpful. The hotel is comfortable and clean. The 13 apartments have been recently refurbished.
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Pacific Place
Pacific Place is one of the most exclusive and swanky malls in Hong Kong with designer boutiques in its top two floors. It has three luxury hotels connected to it. It is on 88 Queensway, Admirality
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The Landmark
The Landmark has all the famous brand names. It also boasts of Hong Kong's only Harvey Nichols store. This is perhaps the most expensive shopping mall of Hong Kong. It is in Central on Des Voeux Road.
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The Times Square
The Times Square on 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay, is again one of the Prime shopping malls. With international stores including Japanese, it is very popular.
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The Central
The Central again has top designer shops. All the Malls in this area including the Galleria, Alexandra House, The Landmark and IFC host a number of designer boutiques, and big brands.