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Rosewood Hong Kong
Rosewood Hong Kong
Rosewood Hong Kong

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Rosewood Hong Kong

Hong Kong

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  • Accolades
  • The World's Best Hotel 2026
  • The Best Hotel in Asia 2026

Hong Kong’s hottest hotel haven

Set the scene: In a city crowded with skyscrapers, Rosewood Hong Kong still manages to stand out. Soaring 270 metres above the city, the 413-room-and-suite flagship of the ultra-luxury group commands an enviable waterfront location on Victoria Harbour, which manifests as stunning views of Hong Kong's iconic skyline courtesy of the floor to ceiling windows in nearly every room. Inside, guests will find a world of its own: 11 dining and drinking venues, extensive wellness facilities, gallery-worthy art, elegant rooms and suites and a signature smooth service style that has kept it at the top of the rankings for a second year running.

Tell me more about the design: New York-based designer Tony Chi has created a vivid fusion of east and west within this vertical estate. The hotel's logo is integrated into the main entrance's door handles. Guests are immersed in colour and texture upon entering – from patterned floor tiles to paintings and sculptures by the likes of Damien Hirst, Lynn Chadwick and Wang Keping. Lift vestibules on each floor resemble sitting rooms filled with books and objects d'art to enhance the feeling of a residence.

What about the rooms and suites? At 53 square metres, entry-level rooms are among the most spacious in the city. The design features a mix of materials like checked wool wallpaper, tweed sofas and timber louvres, with refined details such as leather-padded hangers and two styles of bathrobes. Gleaming marble bathrooms come with twin vanities, twin walk-in showers and standalone bathtubs. Suites have added perks, including butler service and access to the Manor Club lounge, as well as mind-boggling space to spread out – 230 square metres of it to be precise in the signature three-bed suite. 

Dining and drinking: With 11 restaurants and bars, there's something for most tastes. Michelin-starred The Legacy House specialises in Shunde cuisine, while Chaat, also with one star, takes diners on a journey of Indian flavours. More casual spots include Bluhouse for Italian, Bayfare Social for Spanish and Holt's Café for Hong Kong comfort fare. Executive pastry chef Jonathan Soukdeo's sweet treats at Butterfly Patisserie are also popular. Dimly lit Darkside is the place to go for a nightcap of brandy and chocolate, while XX is a hidden speakeasy lounge that comes with epic harbour views.

A world of wellbeing: Wellness offerings are superb here. Asaya Spa has partnered with French beauty brand Guerlain and celebrated hair stylist Rossano Ferretti, promising a glow up for every guest. Fitness and wellness classes, from yoga and sound healing to stretching and aerobics, are held daily. For total relaxation, two suites with their own treatment rooms are available to book. A plum pick would be to start your day with a swim in the hotel's 25-metre infinity pool to soak up the panoramic harbour views. 

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