FWD House 1881vsLan Kwai Fong Hotel @ Kau U Fong
Lan Kwai Fong Hotel @ Kau U Fong and Hullett House are both endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Lan Kwai Fong Hotel @ Kau U Fong scores slightly higher than Hullett House. Lan Kwai Fong Hotel @ Kau U Fong ranks #26 in Hong Kong with positive reviews from 10 publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Fodor's and Jetsetter.
FWD House 1881
No.1881 Heritage, 2A Canton Road,Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
From $486/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Neoclassical Hullett House hotel is the centerpiece of a 19th-century hilltop mansion that's been dressed up for 21st-century luxury seekers."
Fodor's
"Bold, artistic flair showcasing Asian and colonial styles—while pampering guests with 21st-century technology and luxury."
Travel + Leisure
"In a city that prizes all things modern, Hullett House gives a nod to the past." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Named for the scenic bays once patrolled by the police stationed here, the suites all have artistic flair (think bathroom chandeliers) and generous terraces overlooking Victoria Harbour." Full review
Star Service
"Located in the former Marine Police Headquarters building in Tsim Sha Tsui, there are numerous other hotels in the area, but none is as boutique and elegant. " Full review
Gayot
"This former jail makes lock-up a luxury with heritage architecture and notable house restaurants."
The Telegraph
7.0
"This is a photogenic antidote to the city’s occasionally overwhelming claustrophobia." Full review
Time Out
"Through unique and meticulous designs and furnishings, each suite here recreates the unique history of Hong Kong, transporting travellers back in time to a tour of culture." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The Hullett House hotel offers 10 whimsical suites—named for Hong Kong’s various bays—that each play on a different period of Hong Kong history and culture." Full review
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Stop by The Parlour for tea and nibbles and make sure to sit out on the balcony to fully enjoy the buzz of the 1881 complex and Hullett House.
Lan Kwai Fong Hotel @ Kau U Fong Show All Reviews
No.3 Kau U Fong, Central, Hong Kong
From $104/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"The... cozy feel of an old Hong Kong apartment building extend to the small but beautiful rooms enlarged by bay windows and plunging views of the surrounding cityscape." Full review
Insight Guides
"There is a boutique Asian charm to this 162-room hotel, and its location... is excellent."
Jetsetter
"No-fuss, scaled-down luxury with contemporary Chinese decor, a neighborhoody vibe and a Michelin-starred restaurant, just blocks away from central Hong Kong.
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If you make only one touristy stop, be sure it’s the Peak, which is only a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Rough Guide
"This well-run boutique hotel has rooms furnished with antique-style Chinese furniture and is located near old market streets along the Central–Sheung Wan border."
Star Service
"This hotel is infused with regional touches and style, but Westerners may be wary of an unfamiliar name." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Lan Kwai Fong Hotel is a simple, yet upscale, 33-floor property with a prime position in Hong Kong island's Center district." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A convenient location, harbor-view rooms, classic Chinese design, and generous complimentary perks make Lan Kwai Fong Hotel a Hong Kong standout." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Chinese styling at this 162-room hotel, in staff uniforms and decor with a contemporary twist, adds a local touch that's hard to find in Hong Kong hotels." Full review
Time Out
"The Lan Kwai Fong Hotel is just minutes away from the vibrant Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo districts, and is an excellent choice for visitors looking for comfort without sacrificing location." Full review
Frommer's
"This hotel makes its mark with Oriental decor and hip Chinese touches...rooms, too, contain decorative stone turtles that conceal Internet cables and are decorated with red and gold accents" Full review