Check-in: Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

48 hours in one of Hong Kong's finest hotels

Staying overnight in the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong It's something that's been on my travel bucket list for years. Along with the Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok, the Hong Kong hotel is one of the pioneers of the luxury hotels you now find all over the world. A few years ago, I was at the hotel in Bangkok for afternoon tea, and when I first visited Hong Kong, I went to dinner at Amber** which is located in the adjacent The Landmark, also part of the hotel group. And now I'm sitting here in my room on the 20th floor with a fantastic view of Kowloon, Victoria Harbour, and the Ferris wheel at the Star Ferry. I pour another cup of the oolong tea that just arrived as a welcome drink and let the view sink in. Hong Kong remains a fantastic city. With old and authentic, new and trendy, like two parallel worlds existing right next to each other.

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View over Victoria Harbour

Iconic hotel in Hong Kong Central

The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is a classic hotel and a true icon in the city. When it opened as The Mandarin in 1963, it was located right on Hong Kong Harbor. Later, the hotel merged with The Oriental in Bangkok, marking the start of an empire of some of the world's most luxurious hotels. I try to imagine what it must have been like in 1963. The Mandarin was the first hotel in Hong Kong where every room had a private bathroom and a business center. The fact that the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong was built right on the harbor is reflected in every detail throughout the hotel. On the ground floor, next to the entrance, you'll still find The Captain's Bar, where the captains of moored ships used to drink.

Rooms x Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

As you'd expect in a luxury five-star hotel like The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, you can book a variety of room types. From modern to very classic, and from suites with multiple rooms and a private kitchen to rooms with a wonderfully large king-size bed and a marble-tiled bathroom. During my layover in Hong Kong, I stayed in a Harbour View Room. These rooms have a sleeping and working area that can be separated by a curtain. The bathroom is stocked with luxurious Hermes beauty products, and there are soft terrycloth bathrobes and silk kimonos for relaxing.

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Breakfast at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

As I write this blog, I've just had breakfast and am lying on the sofa overlooking the harbor. We landed in Hong Kong at 6:30 a.m. with Cathay Pacific! Perfect time to enjoy a delicious breakfast at The Clipper Lounge of The Mandarin Oriental in the Central district on our arrival day. I've stayed in quite a few hotels, but believe me when I say the breakfast at The Mandarin is truly fantastic. A mix of Chinese and international dishes, an egg station where they make your egg exactly the way you like it, a juice bar with a variety of detox juices, and a dim sum island. I've rarely had dim sum as delicious as the breakfast at The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong. It immediately makes me curious about the Cantonese restaurant Man Wah*, which has a Michelin star and is located on the 25th floor of the Mandarin Oriental.

During my layover in Hong Kong, I also enjoyed a leisurely meal at Pierre**. Curious about this unique experience? Then read the extensive blog about Pierre** here >>

Breakfast at Mandarin Oriental

The Spa at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong

To combat jet lag, the spa and wellness center at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is highly recommended. Hotel guests can enjoy a dry and wet sauna and a wonderful indoor pool. Be sure to ask the lifeguard to turn on the waves so you can swim against the current. What makes the pool extra special for me is the relaxing music you hear while you're underwater. The hotel also has a well-equipped gym and several personal trainers, each with their own specialized skills, available for hire during your stay.

At The Spa, you can also book various beauty treatments to truly unwind. For a more comprehensive beauty treatment, the Imperial Jade treatment is highly recommended. Curious about my experience with this beauty treatment? Then read the extensive blog here >>

Curious about which other beauty treatments you can book? Then view the brochure here.

The Spa

30 Mandarin Oriental hotels worldwide

As you'd expect from a luxury five-star hotel like The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, you'll want for nothing during your stay. The staff will do everything they can to ensure you have a pleasant stay. Chances are, just like me, you'll already be dreaming of your next stay at a Mandarin Oriental Hotel as soon as you check out.

With around 30 hotels worldwide, there's a good chance there's a Mandarin Oriental at your next trip destination. Several new hotels open every year. This fall, I'll be traveling from Hong Kong to Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, and Seoul. I hope to check into a Mandarin Oriental there too!

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PS: Also read my other blog posts about the Spa here and Two Michelin star restaurant Pierre** at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong or restaurant Amber** in The Landmark.

HAPPY TRAVELS!

View over Victoria Harbor

Hong Kong Travel Tips

HOW TO GET THERE: During my trip, I flew with Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong. From Hong Kong, you can then fly to dozens of destinations in Asia. Find your tickets here >>
> Tip: For just €100, you can make a stopover in Hong Kong!

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WITH LOVE,
ANNE