Regal Kowloon HotelvsThe Salisbury - YMCA of Hong Kong
Both hotels are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Salisbury-YMCA of Hong Kong scores marginally better than Regal Kowloon Hotel. The Salisbury-YMCA of Hong Kong comes in at 78 with endorsements from 8 sources like Rough Guide, Insight Guides and Oyster.
Regal Kowloon Hotel
No.71 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
From $44/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Regal Kowloon is the most moderately priced of several hotels in Tsim Sha Tsui East." Full review
Star Service
"This is a rather dreary hotel compared to its neighbors, the Royal Garden and Shangri-La hotels, and its low rates reflect this, though rates are high for what is provided other than..." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Located in the bustling tourist and shopping district of Tsim Sha Tsui, the 600-room Regal Kowloon Hotel is an upscale property with a range of amenities for business and leisure travelers." Full review
Jetsetter
"A sleek, contemporary base in Kowloon, with stylish guest rooms, gourmet dining and an elegant bar." Full review
Time Out
"Bright and luxurious, rooms at Regal Kowloon Hotel offer scenic views of the park, city or Centenary Garden. For convenience, Regal Hotel provides large work areas and 24-hour room service. " Full review
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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Frommer's
"For decades the number-one choice among low-cost accommodations." Full review