The Upper HousevsNathan Hotel
Both The Upper House and Nathan Hotel are highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, The Upper House is the choice of most professionals compared to Nathan Hotel. The Upper House has a TripExpert Score of 92 with approval from 18 reviewers including Hideaway Report, Condé Nast Traveler and Time Out.
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
i
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
Nathan Hotel
No.378 Nathan Rd, Kowloon, Hong Kong
From $54/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"The hotel attracts business travelers... though its location near the Temple Street Night Market and Jordan MTR station make it a good choice for leisure travelers as well." Full review
Insight Guides
"This renovated, quiet and pleasant hotel is close to the Temple Street Night Market, and has 180 spacious and well-decorated no-frills rooms."
Lonely Planet
"It’s in a good location, right near the Jordan MTR station and Temple St, and we like the turbaned doorman." Full review
i
All 166 rooms are spacious and decent, but try to avoid lower-floor rooms facing Nathan Rd, because they can be noisy.
Rough Guide
"Good-value, newly renovated business venue, with fairly spacious rooms featuring broadband internet connections. $1800."
Star Service
"On bustling Nathan Road, this hotel enjoys a solid location for business and leisure travelers, north of Tsim Sha Tsui and 20 minutes from the Star Ferry." Full review