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Island Shangri-La, Hong KongvsW Hong Kong
W Hong Kong and Island Shangri-La Hong Kong are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Island Shangri-La Hong Kong is preferred by most writers compared to W Hong Kong. Island Shangri-La Hong Kong comes in at #8 in Hong Kong with positive reviews from 17 publications such as Fodor's, The Telegraph and Insight Guides.
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
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Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Central, Hong Kong
From $229/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "The harbor views are, naturally, impressive here—you can even see the Shangri-La's sister hotel across the water in Kowloon."
Fodor's "A city icon towering above Pacific Place drips with old-world charm and offers spacious and luxurious accommodations with an Asian twist, along with fine dining and impeccable service." Full review
Insight Guides "The jaw-dropping 17-storey atrium at ‘the Shang’ says it all: this is the Shangri-La group’s flagship property, and comes with all the bells, whistles and first-class service one would expect."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This monolithic hotel offers plush sophistication with an early ‘90s vibe." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Arguably the most luxurious hotel in Hong Kong, the 565-room Shangri-La features opulent details." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The soaring, 56-story Shangri-La has the city’s highest-altitude lodgings." Full review
Michelin Guide "A vast, intricate Chinese silk painting towers over the glamourous atrium and rises up all of 16 storeys; more sparkle is provided by the dazzling array of chandeliers placed around the hotel."
DK Eyewitness "One of the best hotel in Hong Kong, the Island Shangri-La is efficient, superbly staffed, and with some of the territory's largest rooms."
Star Service "Soaring above Victoria Harbour, this is one of Hong Kong Island's tallest hotels (measured from sea level), and it continues to rank high above the rest in many categories." Full review
Gayot "Amid Hong Kong's crush of skyscrapers, the Island Shangri-La seems almost lost among the lanky buildings shrouded in haze."
W Hong Kong Fodor's
Jetsetter Lonely Planet Oyster Travel + Leisure Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
No.1 Austin Road West, Kowloon Station, Hong Kong
From $229/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "A hip, young vibe prevails, but guest rooms are veritable urban oases—soundproof and spacious, alternately colorful or sleek on even and odd floors." Full review
Jetsetter "Typically funky W on West Kowloon's waterfront — except this one has a 76th-floor infinity pool." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This is the go-to hotel if you’re after designer furniture." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This W feels a bit more special, and luxurious, than some you might find in the U.S." Full review
Travel + Leisure "W Hotels’ first Chinese outpost is in Hong Kong’s booming West Kowloon district, and many of its 393 rooms have enviable views of the skyline." Full review
Star Service "Although the hotel is not in the center of the touristic heart of town, it is convenient for business travelers or those who prefer this chain's distinctive confines. " Full review
Gayot "With its modern design, splashes of neon color, and a DJ in the lobby this hotel seems to have the contemporary feel of a night club."
BlackBook "Definitely too funky for your aunt, but a blast for a particular type of homo sapiens who came of age in a particular design-conscious era."
The Telegraph7.0
"W Hong Kong certainly fulfills its mission to create a World of WOW!" Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Towering over the western edge of Victoria Harbour, W Hong Kong has no shortage of bragging
rights." Full review
