Hong Kong is undergoing a significant transformation—culturally, economically, and politically—with no signs of slowing down. Young Chinese entrepreneurs and international individuals are flocking to this dynamic city to establish museums, restaurants, bands, and art. Renowned for its exceptional hospitality, the hotel’s quality continues to rise to meet the demands of lavish cocktail bars, international cuisines, and high-end galleries. Each year, for the World’s Best Awards survey, readers share their thoughts on premier travel experiences, including top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise lines, spas, and airlines. In the hotels category, evaluations cover rooms and facilities, location, service, food and drink, and overall value.
Reflecting Hong Kong’s status as a key business hub, all top 10 hotels belong to major brands—from the InterContinental Hong Kong, featuring three Michelin-starred dining options, to the Four Seasons Hong Kong with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour. Guests can find nearly anything their hearts desire in this city, from Nordic cuisine to expertly designed tattoos. With amenities in high demand, properties boasting multiple dining venues, spas, pools, and modern bathroom features received excellent ratings. Voters praised the Peninsula Hong Kong, the winner this year, highlighting its afternoon tea, chocolate room, and luxurious fleet of Rolls-Royces. As one voter expressed, “This is the most technologically advanced hotel I’ve ever stayed in, with first-class service from everyone.”
No. 10: InterContinental Hong Kong
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Score: 87.08
No. 9: JW Marriott Hotel, Hong Kong
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Score: 87.83
No. 8: Island Shangri-La Hong Kong
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Score: 88.40
No. 7: Kowloon Shangri-La
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Score: 88.70
No. 6: The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong
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Score: 89.75
No. 5: The Upper House
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Score: 90.22
No. 4: The Langham Hong Kong
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Score: 90.48
No. 3: Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
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Score: 91.63
No. 2: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
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Score: 91.84
No. 1: The Peninsula Hong Kong
Score: 92.61
Dating back to 1928, the flagship of the Peninsula brand has long been a local standard-bearer. One voter summed up the Peninsula Hong Kong very well: “This iconic hotel has delivered outstanding service for decades. The smallest details are executed with perfection.” Praises circled around everything from the furniture, food, and location to the state-of-the-art controls (in both bedroom and bathroom), not to mention its friendly, attentive staff. The hotel offers a plethora of dining options, a spa, swimming pool, and panoramic city views—it even has its own helicopter.
