FWD House 1881vsThe Salisbury - YMCA of Hong Kong
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Salisbury-YMCA of Hong Kong is the choice of most writers compared to Hullett House. The Salisbury-YMCA of Hong Kong ranks #35 in Hong Kong with praise from 8 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Insight Guides and DK Eyewitness.
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.
The Salisbury - YMCA of Hong Kong
No.41 Salisbury Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
From $64/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Fodor's
"Little wonder this upscale YMCA is a popular budget choice: it sits next to the mighty Peninsula and across from the city's three biggest museums on Tsim Sha Tsui's harborfront."
Insight Guides
"Its room rates do not follow those found in your typical YMCA, but the Hong Kong Y is nonetheless one of the best bargains in the city."
Rough Guide
"The best-located semi-cheap hotel in town. Facilities include indoor pools, fitness centre and squash court."
DK Eyewitness
"You may not find better value anywhere else in Hong Kong. The harborside setting is spectacular, many rooms boast fine views and all are reasonably spacious."
Lonely Planet
"If you can manage to book a room at this fabulously located hostel/hotel, you’ll be rewarded with professional service and excellent exercise facilities."
Oyster
Upscale
"Situated in the bustling tourist and shopping district of Tsim Sha Tsui, the 372-room Salisbury-YMCA of Hong Kong is an upscale property that's well-located within walking distance to major sights." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With easy access to the Star Ferry, metro, and cruise terminal, The Salisbury offers an affordable and comfortable stay in the center of Hong Kong’s main arteries." Full review
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Just make sure to hit the switch for hot water before you hop in.
Frommer's
"For decades the number-one choice among low-cost accommodations." Full review