A General Guide to Hotels in Hong Kong
May 16th, 2010 by Vincent Arthur Lee, under Travel and Leisure. No Comments
Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated cities in the world and a magnet for foreign visitors – both tourists and businessmen alike. With a thriving urbanized environment with skyscrapers and people everywhere, it may be quite daunting for new visitors to find suitable hotels here that are easy on the wallet, yet provide excellent accommodation. This is compounded by consumerism being a way of life and it could be expensive to get by in Hong Kong, especially since it is renowned for being a shopping paradise. However, do not worry, as we shall shed more light about hotels in different districts which you can use as a guide in selecting hotels which suit different budgets and tastes.
Generally, it is not difficult to find low-cost accommodation in Hong Kong if you know where to look, especially if you are not particular about room size. This is because a room at a four-star hotel in Hong Kong usually costs less than an equivalent one in other cities. However, this room is likely to be smaller than what you may be accustomed to in Western cities and you may have to pay an additional charge to upgrade to a larger one. Nonetheless, you would be able to find a hotel in various districts that can easily fit into any price range.
Kowloon and the New Territories are generally recommended districts for budget travelers looking for a comfortable and affordable hotel during their stay in Hong Kong. Kowloon, especially, is recommended for its relatively low hotel rates and being situated in a centrally-accessible area which is well-served by Hong Kong’s transportation network. You can also easily access major shopping areas from here. This is also an area where authentic local sights and sounds await, allowing you to experience the “real” Hong Kong. You should however be careful when doing your booking by making sure that you are not checking into one of the many hostels in the area instead.
On the other end of the spectrum, the more high-end hotel chains and luxury accommodation are generally located in Hong Kong Island, which is also home to the magnificent Victoria Harbour, large shopping centres and the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Hence, bear this in mind when choosing the accommodation that best suits you depending on your budget and purpose of visit.
No matter where your hotel is, you will be able to take advantage of Hong Kong’s advanced and commuter-friendly transportation network that comprises of the MTR (Mass Transit System), tramways, buses and ferry services to get around the territory in an efficient manner.
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