Hong Kong is the Gateway to China. First settled by the Chinese in the 7th century, ruled for more than a hundred years by the British, the city is now one of the most important and dynamic cities in the world, and at its heart sits the Four Seasons Hong Kong.
The Four Seasons Hong Kong is located in the all-important financial district, right on the waterfront overlooking Victoria Harbour. It is actually inside the International Finance Centre, on floors 9 through 43, giving guests quick access to both Hong Kong Station and the Star Ferry service right outside the front doors.
The central location is ideal for exploring Hong Kong, and is just a few minutes drive from Ocean Park, Repulse Bay, the Happy Valley Race Course and Hong Kong’s central district of Lan Kwai Fong.
From the six-story glass atrium lobby to each guestroom, the view from the Four Seasons is unparalleled, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the harbour, Kowloon, and the Peak. Silk-panelled walls, gold leaf and ink paintings, and sculptured furnishings highlight Hong Kong’s blend of both Chinese and Western styles.
Its 399 rooms feature en suite marble bathrooms with deep tubs and separate walk-in rain showers. Ceilings are high, making rooms feel airy, complimented by a décor of natural hues and wood- and silk-panelled walls. Leather chairs, and 42-inch plasma screen satellite televisions enhance the contemporary feel of the rooms.
Prices range from 4,300 HKD ($550 USD) per night for a deluxe Peak-view room to 55,000 HKD ($7,000 USD) per night for the Presidential Suite, which features a grand foyer, living room, study, formal dining room which seats 12, and a master bedroom.
The hotel also boasts of some of the most elegant restaurants in Hong Kong, including the Michelin-starred French restaurant Caprice, Inagiku features Japanese sushi, teppanyaki and tempura bars, and contemporary Cantonese dining can be found at the also Michelin-starred Lung King Heen.
The Four Seasons Hong Kong also features some luxurious small touches, from the underwater music playing in both of the breathtaking outdoor pools, and in the rooftop hot tub, to the buffet laid out in the gym for guests who get hungry after a workout.