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Chungking Mansions: nights in the Babylon

by picek

If there's one building which represents Babylon and globalization in this world then it would be Chungking Mansion in Kowloon/Tsim Sha Tsui. It would be indeed hard to find a visitor to Hong Kong who wouldn't have heard of that legendary place, 17 storey building built in 1961.

This is place to stay if you're looking for cheap accomodation, although cheap in HK means something different than cheap in other Asian countries. You will be able to choose between hundreds of guesthouses and hotels here - and they are scattered among 5 blocks of the building. We came here without pre booking and as far as main holidays are concerned (such as new year) it could be difficult to find a room then - so it's at your risk not to book in advance for main holidays but in the worst case you'd get a room in dorm. Most rooms are small but clean.
You should check out a few places, because prices vary and some rooms are without window, so it feels claustrophobic there. Apart from guesthouses you can find plenty of shops and ethnic restaurants here, but also other things not worth to mention.

I found it a bit frustrating that in a block where we were staying (block A) there was no stairs between ground and first floor or at least I couldn't figure it out where there were (and you have to take elevator). I wouldn't like to be trapped there in case of fire, really. It is also not the best place to stay if you fear height.

This is certainly interesting and vibrant place with interesting history. Make sure that you take care of your belongings and you'll be fine. By the way if you show interest in buying fake 'rolex' and stuff, you will be swarmed by by people who will not give up so fast in order to sell you a thing. So, be carefull, then. You could be as well badly cheated and even fined if caught in the act.

multicultural world here.
tall blocks with hundreds of guesthouses and restaurants... and other services
hear languages, music and fashion of the world

... here globalization is the most intense... in all things good and bad. See film Chungking Express which was in some points recorded here by one of most renowned film directors Wong Kar Wai. An interesting stuff and story.

Casa hotel: Nice location

by NYTim

Small room in a fairly new hotel. The staff were nice and the room was clean.

Close to all the Kowloon action

Harbour Plaza: Harbour Plaza Hotel

by FranceSky

Preferred stay your holiday in luxury room which is the room showed in its website. The room is really big enough and comfortable, the shower gel, body lotion is good to use. Because it's not the same if you stay in the lower floor (based one), smaller area, old, cheaper body cream and shower gel ^ ^

This most wonderful view is the swimming pool, it is located top floor of the hotel. It's not very very big, but you can see the panoramic view of Hong Kong island, the opposite side island facing of Kowloon.

Chungking Mansions: Hong Kong's melting pot

by alycat

I had to share my dorm room with people from 3 different nationalities. Imagine the possibilities, the ideas to be shared, the experiences, and the pillow talk jus didnt let me sleep......pun intended!

No seriously, i wudnt trade the experience with even a 5 star room in Hilton, Hyatt or another fancy place. The place does seem seedy from the onset, but has security all the time, has a strict cleanliness policy is always monitored, and its fun.

Its close to all tourist spots, close to the Star ferry, has a Metro station closeby, great cheap Asian food on the ground floor.

Chungking Mansion: Just for Contrast

by nepalgoods

I did not stay here either. But 1991 I stayed in a very similar hostel not far away. When I came back to Hongkong now I never thought, that Chungking Mansion would still exist. This old and rund down building is an ugly sight between all those glittering luxurious hotels and shops selling computers and expensive watches.

In this building are several hostels, which mainly house backpackers. On the groundfloor you'll find some MOney exchangers and Indian Restaurants. The groundfloor looks like a big crowded basar.

As there have been some fires during the last 20 years in the building I would not recommend to stay in one of the hostels.

Cheap

The Mira: Very new and very nice

by nepalgoods

This has been the former Miramar Hotel. Now it is completely renovated. Very modern and very comfortable. Every detail has been intensely thought of. The clors are harmonic, the standard rooms are very nice. The hotel has every facility you can think of: spa and swimmingpool, banquet halls, restaurant and a famous cafe with delicious cakes.

Ver interesting are the low hallways: with a construction of colors and mirrors the hallways seem to be much higher than they are.

I did not stay in this hotel, but I would have liked it more than the W-Hotel. It does not look so trendy and cool but is also very modern. The rooms do not only offer the possibility to connect your computer with Internet but also has comuters on every room.

MAN HING LUNG HOTEL: Best Experience

by shevyshick

I stayed at this hotel on Oct'08. It is recommended by my frens who had stayed at this hotel before. It is a budget hotel. But, the room is clean, the hotel owner is friendly and the important is this hotel is the cheaper than the rest of hostels. Beside that, the location of this hotel is good where it is located at Tsim Sha Tsui. Walk to Tsim Sha Tsui MRT is just 5min.

We 4 persons share a room with HKD400/nite. I think this is the most cheaper hostel we find in HK Tsim Sha Tsui area.

Royal Pacific Hotel: Hotel In the Hk- Macau Ferry Complex

by machomikemd

wonderful

Hong Kong Gold Coast Hotel: Loved the Room Service:)

by Pinat

I was lucky enough to stay in one of the best hotels of Hong Kong I believe for three nights. As it was a business trip, all my expenses were paid by the company and I just had the luxury of enjoying myself.

During day time, we had the conference in the convention center, which was a very nice place for such crowded meetings. In the evening, we enjoyed the dinner in the nice restaurant. For someone like me (who doesn't like Asian food), the restaurant has a great variety of alternatives.

I loved the room service: One day the friendly lady would bring a piece of cake, the other day a little Chinese toy, the other day a CD of Chinese music. I'd never come across such a service in the other 5-star hotels I'd stayed at in Europe.

The Salisbury YMCA of Hong Kong: One of the best located hotel in Hong Kong

by Penelope4

My sister, her 8-year old daughter and I had a fabulous time at The Salisbury YMCA of Hong Kong. I booked a suite with the view of the harbor. The room is very spacious and it has a bath tub and two flat screen TVs. The sofa can be converted into a bed and although we did not need it, it was great to know that it was there should we wish to use it! The elevators were working all the time, the entire hotel was clean and housekeeping was very efficient. They change the sheets every 3 days. Toiletries including toothbrush are provided on a daily basis. What we liked most about this hotel is its great location! We have watched the symphony of lights from our room and our hotel is just a few steps away from the metro station and from the pier. The restaurant offers a wide selection of foods and drinks. There are some supervisors to observe the needs of the customers and their safety as well. I would recommend this hotel to friends and relatives!

The Salisbury YMCA of Hong Kong is well-liked by locals. It has many facilities (gym, swimming pool, jacuzzi, meeting rooms) and a Kindergarten. Members enjoy attending exercise classes. Towels and slippers are provided as well as lockers should one wish to take a dip or go to the gym. The meeting or conference rooms are always booked. It has a hair salon. Coupons are given upon arrival to avail of discounts at the restaurant and at the hair salon. The hotel has some rooms which offer great views!

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