The Upper HousevsJW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
The Upper House and JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong are both endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The Upper House scores significantly better than JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong. The Upper House comes in at #5 in Hong Kong with approval from 18 sources including Gayot, Frommer's and goop.
The Upper House Show All Reviews
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
JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong
From $214/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This 27-story flagship property has completed a recent renovation that elevates it to the tier of Hong Kong's top hotels." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This 602-room hotel is located on the western border of the Central district, within walking distance to attractions, the subway, and corporate offices." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Popular business hotel in Pacific Place with newly redone guest rooms and the largest-capacity ballroom in town." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Boasting 602 rooms spread over 35 storeys, this business hotel offers a number of executive floors which have their own discreet lounge and meeting rooms."
Star Service
"This hotel is perched on a hill above the city and harbor, a 10-minute stroll through Hong Kong Park to the Victoria Peak tram terminus." Full review
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Sadly, a recently constructed building next door has obstructed many of the lower floors' harbor views; additional construction is under way, so request one of the upper floors.
Condé Nast Traveler
"This high-rise's location above the Pacific Place mall makes it "central enough that you can walk to all the best attractions."" Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This large, well-run luxury hotel offers some greenery amid Hong Kong’s skyscrapers." Full review
Time Out
"Sitting atop the prestigious Pacific Place Complex, the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong has direct access to the Admiralty MTR Subway Station and Pacific Place Shopping Mall. In addition to..." Full review