In a city where residential real estate goes for more than 1,400 dollars per square foot, space is Hong Kong's true luxury.
The one place you can genuinely stretch out? A hotel suite, of course. Naturally, you'll have to pay for the privilege. But rest assured, these hotels know exactly how to pamper the guests who make their way to Hong Kong. The city's finest suites offer not just a sprawling floor plan, but the obligatory harbor views, plus the occasional private cinema, personal chef and a couple of rooftop hot tubs.
If you're in the mood to splurge, here are some of the most astonishing suites in Hong Kong for your next trip:
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InterContinental Hong Kong
The InterContinental Hong Kong sits right on the edge of Victoria Harbour, on the Kowloon Peninsula. On the hotel's top floor you'll find the Presidential Suite, the largest in the city.
But the experience begins before you even check in, with your choice of airport transfer in a Bentley, a Phantom VI Rolls Royce or a Mercedes. Spanning 7,000 square feet, this residence offers everything you could possibly need, from a private study to a gym, a dining room, a kitchen and five bedrooms, ideal if you're traveling with friends or family.
The best part? The suite's 2,500-square-foot rooftop, where travelers can unwind, soak in the hot tub or slip into the infinity pool, all with panoramic views of the harbor and the Hong Kong Island skyline.
Making the most of its panoramic setting, the hotel arranges all kinds of private experiences, from yoga to tai chi, private grand piano serenades in the suite and even rooftop dinners.
And with NOBU, Rech by Alain Ducasse and the two-Michelin-starred Yan Toh Heen downstairs, dinner here, orchestrated by your personal butler, becomes unforgettable.
Suite price: From 12,628 dollars
InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 2721 1211
Kerry Hotel
The Kerry Hotel opened this spring in Hung Hom, an up-and-coming district of Kowloon on the northeastern side of Victoria Harbour.
Designed by celebrated Hong Kong interior designer Andre Fu (the mind behind The Upper House as well), this sleek high-rise greets guests in a sky-high lobby and an open-air terrace. Floor-to-ceiling windows are a given inside the Presidential Suite, which occupies the hotel's top floor and offers views of the Hong Kong Island skyline from an unusual angle.
The suite comes with a private bar, smart lighting, Bose sound systems and a terrace that wraps around the space, overlooking the city of Kowloon, the open sea and the mountains beyond. Elsewhere in this 3,000-square-foot residence you'll find a kitchen, a study and plenty of room to entertain a lucky group of friends.
Suite price: From 5,952 dollars
Kerry Hotel, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 2252 5888
The Peninsula Hong Kong
There's a reason The Peninsula is known as the "grande dame of the Far East."
This colonial beauty is the oldest hotel in Hong Kong, dating back to 1928, when it opened as one of Asia's first luxury hotels. Soaring ceilings and exquisite frescoes, string quartets and white-glove service all evoke a bygone era of grandeur.
In the Peninsula Suite on the 26th floor, a recently renovated design takes a more contemporary approach, apart from the antique furniture and marble bathrooms. It's designed to feel like an apartment. That is, of course, if your apartment happens to have mahogany walls, bespoke silkscreens, a personal gym, an 85-inch cinema screen and sculptures by Chinese artist Sun Yi. There's also a study and a dressing room, while the living room houses a baby grand piano and a private balcony for soaking up the views of Victoria Harbour.
Getting around the city is no less refined, thanks to complimentary Rolls-Royce chauffeur service available 24 hours a day. Prefer to use your own helicopter? That can be arranged too, courtesy of the rooftop helipad.
Suite price: From 16,410 dollars
The Peninsula Hong Kong, Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 2920 2888
The Ritz-Carlton
Among the tallest hotels in the world, and unquestionably the tallest in Hong Kong, The Ritz-Carlton stretches from the 102nd to the 118th floor of the International Commerce Centre in West Kowloon. And on the 117th floor, the Ritz-Carlton Suite takes up 3,930 square feet, complete with 270-degree views of Victoria Harbour.
After a Rolls-Royce airport transfer, guests will find a host of personalized touches ready and waiting, from butler service to personal shoppers and even monogrammed pillowcases and robes.
Another nice perk? Your stay includes daily massages for two at the Ritz-Carlton spa on the top floor, where a vast relaxation area and water-therapy sessions provide everything you need for a soothing day.
Suite price: From 17,794 dollars
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 2263 2263
Mandarin Oriental Hotel
One of Hong Kong's most famous hotels, the Mandarin Oriental has long been a haunt for the celebrities and politicians passing through town.
Since opening in 1963, it has hosted Margaret Thatcher, Jackie Chan, Nicole Kidman and Bill Clinton. The appeal is easy to understand: inside, deep black marble, crystal chandeliers and wood-paneled walls create a glamorous old-world atmosphere.
And the most exclusive room in the house? The Mandarin Suite. This majestic residence is genuinely elevated, with a butler on hand to bring you coffee or draw your bath. It's a two-story, 3,843-square-foot space dressed in sumptuous fabrics and amenities, from the marble master bathroom to silk kimonos, Bottega Veneta products and duck-down pillows.
After a day exploring Hong Kong, travelers can easily unwind in a private spa treatment room or watch the sun sink into the South China Sea from the romantic balcony.
Art lovers will appreciate the treasured paintings by Malaysian muralist and artist Gerard Henderson.
Suite price: From 9,985 dollars per night
Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong; +852 2522 0111
The Langham
A British outpost with a glamorous heritage feel, The Langham gave its restaurants and suites a refresh last year.
Each of the four suite types has its own personality and decor, courtesy of London firm G.A Design, but a shared theme of cream furnishings and white marble, silk upholstery and colorful floral motifs ties them all together.
The largest of the bunch is the 1,320-square-foot Chairman Suite, which feels more like a fashion designer's home than a hotel room. Glamorous vintage touches are carefully placed in every corner, from faceted mirrors to bespoke artwork, Wedgwood porcelain and crystal glassware.
Meanwhile, a personal guest relations manager and a shopping butler are on hand to make your Hong Kong stay unforgettable.
Suite price: From 1,395 dollars
The Langham, 8 Peking Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 2375 1133
The Upper House
The elegant Upper House feels like a Zen spa, with dimly lit escalators and soothing minimalist decor. It draws a stylish crowd to its sky-high Cafe Gray Deluxe and Cafe Gray Bar on the 49th floor.
And when the weather cooperates, guests can settle in for snacks and drinks on The Lawn, the rooftop terrace.
As for the rooms, ultra-VIP guests typically stay in one of two enormous penthouses. On the top floor, these 1,960-square-foot residences feature warm wood paneling, relaxing lavender accents and, of course, huge floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Victoria Harbour.
Suite price: From 5,120 dollars
The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88, Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong; +852 2918 1838
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
The Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong boasts a gorgeous setting along Victoria Harbour, connected to the ferry terminal, the Central Harbourfront event space and the IFC tower, a hub of shopping and dining.
And what about the rooms? The Presidential Suite is a dream home. For starters, it's huge, at 3,430 square feet. Then there's the round-the-clock butler service, on call and ready to deliver everything from your favorite snacks to freshly polished loafers.
From the 43rd floor, the room looks across Victoria Harbour to the Kowloon side, where travelers can catch the nightly "A Symphony of Lights" show (a choreographed light-and-music performance in which LED lights dance across the skyline), or simply enjoy the view.
Inside the suite, you'll find a marble bathtub overlooking the harbor, a study, a living room, a dining room, a massage table and two enormous LED TVs.
Suite price: From 12,545 dollars
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance St, Central, Hong Kong; +852 3196 8888
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental
In Hong Kong's Central district, with direct access to the glamorous Landmark shopping mall, the spa-like Landmark Mandarin Oriental surrounds travelers with warm wood and calming scents. The Entertainment Suite, opening in September, is the jewel in the crown.
Joyce Wang, one of Hong Kong's most acclaimed designers, transformed the 2,250-square-foot space into an oasis of style.
The master bedroom feels like a separate apartment, while the master bathroom is home to a massive stone tub that's roughly the size of the average Hong Kong flat.
But the living room is where all the action happens. A U-shaped sofa faces a 13-foot entertainment wall, where you'll find a hidden 150-square-foot cinema screen, a virtual reality set, a PlayStation, a popcorn machine and wine on tap.
No need to dine with the commoners: chefs from the Michelin-starred Amber restaurant in the Landmark will prepare a private dinner in the kitchen, while a B&O BeoLab sound system and a DJ booth set the mood.
Suite price: From 16,360 dollars per night.
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen's Rd Central, Hong Kong; +852 2132 0188
W Hong Kong
In true W style, this Hong Kong hotel radiates good vibes with avant-garde interiors and playful details at every turn.
The fun continues in the Extreme WOW Suite and its 2,153 square feet of double-height ceilings and mirrored walls.
If the U-shaped bar, lounge-style furniture and Bang & Olufsen sound system are any indication, this address was made for parties. But even if you'd rather just kick back, there's a 65-inch plasma TV and a relaxing "bathing pool" overlooking the harbor for the perfect night in.
For getting around town, a Tesla S will become your new best friend, while a complimentary Handy phone (preloaded with data) makes it easy to navigate Hong Kong's sprawling malls and winding alleys.
Suite price: From 8,704 dollars
W Hong Kong, 1 Austin Rd West, Kowloon Station, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 3717 2222
The Mira Hong Kong
The city's premier design hotel is also home to one of its most captivating suites.
Miami interior designer Charles Allem is behind the purple-and-silver decor at The Mira, where the namesake Grand Mira Suite opens onto a private outdoor terrace overlooking the hotel's chic rooftop bar, Vibes.
Across 1,862 square feet, guests will find a kitchen and bar, along with an extra-large California king bed that's a full foot wider than the standard. Rain showers with body jets, a hot tub and a steam room take the bathroom experience to another level, while Bang & Olufsen TVs and a Bose sound system fill the suite with music.
Traveling with an entourage? There's also a connecting suite for security, makeup artists, hairstylists and the rest of the team.
Suite price: From 6,144 dollars
The Mira Hong Kong, Mira Place, 118-130 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong K
