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FWD House 1881vsThe Upper House
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, The Upper House scores significantly better than Hullett House. The Upper House has a TripExpert Score of 92 with approval from 18 reviewers such as Michelin Guide, The Telegraph and Star Service.
FWD House 1881
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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 Telegraph7.0
"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 Upper House Concierge Fodor's
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Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong
From $497/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Concierge "The entire anti–chain hotel experience is deliberately minimalist, though at times the coveted coolness is a little overplayed—the restaurant staff in particular seem brusque and self-satisfied."
Fodor's "Even standard rooms in this haven of stylish luxury are suites—tranquil havens of design and indulgence that feature huge windowside bathtubs." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Every corner of this boutique hotel spells zen-like serenity." Full review
Michelin Guide "This discreet and stylish hotel is on the wish-list of fashionistas everywhere. The clever use of art, sculpture and natural materials makes one feel on is in a private house."
Star Service "This contemporary boutique-hotel stands alone in Admiralty next to its big-boy neighbors Conrad, JW Marriott and Shangri-La, but it continues to hold its own in both luxury and service." Full review
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Hotel owner Swire Group, which also owns hometown Cathay Pacific Airlines, is known for its efforts to maintain high standards, but the staff can occasionally turn up their noses if guests have too many special requests.
Gayot "With its understated, designer-Zen decor and urban residential mood, The Upper House makes for a discreet, relaxing home-away-from-home in Hong Kong."
BlackBook "What happens when you commandeer the upper levels of a JW Marriott and turn it into a boutique hotel?"
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Opened in October 2009, the boutique hotel The Upper House, sister to Beijing’s trendy Opposite House hotel, occupies the top floors of a Pacific Place tower (thus, the name)." Full review
Afar Magazine "The Upper House was designed to give guests the experience of staying in a luxury residence within easy reach of the design stores, markets, and nightlife of the Wan Chai neighborhood." Full review
Travel + Leisure "More pied-à-terre than hotel, this contemporary-style 117-room property in a Central tower is all about subtle details." Full review
