Why does Mandarin Oriental, one of the world’s top 100 hotels, earn the adoration of Michelle Yeoh and Maggie Cheung?
Hong Kong is known as the 'City That Never Sleeps', and its night view is one of the three best in the world. As a symbol of this city, the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong embodies a classic sentiment that cannot be replicated. Here, you can overlook the stunning views of Victoria Harbour, dine at the best restaurants on Hong Kong Island, stay in the most luxurious and comfortable rooms, and enjoy a world-class spa. No matter what brings you to learn about MO, a hotel with stories and charm, it will not disappoint you! 'As the elder statesman of the Hong Kong hotel industry, Mandarin Oriental is itself a legend.' Mandarin Oriental (MO) is exactly such a hotel—elegant, charming, understated, and uniquely Oriental. Every time a new hotel opens, MO places a picture-free ad in top global magazines, showing only a location name and a fan, with the tagline: 'The world's most luxurious hotel group is now in xxx.' In 1963, Mandarin Oriental opened its first flagship hotel in Hong Kong. The building was the tallest on the island at the time, located at 5 Connaught Road Central in the heart of Central, overlooking the magnificent Victoria Harbour and witnessing the city's rise and prosperity. Here, you'll find Hong Kong's famous Michelin-starred restaurants, atmospheric bars, and the world's only Krug Room. It is connected to shopping centers like Landmark and Prince's Building, surrounded by luxury flagship stores. The MTR Central Station Exit F is right at the hotel's back door. The hotel's location is the sinus node of Hong Kong's heart—the core of the core. Of course, the hotel has long been renowned for its ultra-luxurious experience and impeccable service. Perhaps your impression of this hotel is linked to Leslie Cheung, but Mandarin Oriental has proven itself a legend through its actions. 'FANS OF M.O.' is a pun—referring both to the hotel's emblem, the folding fan, and to its celebrity fans from all walks of life. Each guest room and suite is designed with luxury and elegance, blending Oriental style, outstanding service, and an unparalleled reputation that has attracted numerous celebrities and dignitaries from China and abroad, including I.M. Pei, Michelle Yeoh, Maggie Cheung, David Tang, Kenzo Takada, Jane Seymour, Helen Mirren, Frederick Forsyth, and more. From architecture, fashion, and film to politics and business, the range of tastes, nationalities, and fields is truly impressive. Charming Design, Oriental Flair As a globally renowned hotel, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is a peaceful oasis in the bustling city center. With its modern design, exceptional dining services, cutting-edge facilities, and traditional Asian hospitality, it successfully creates a luxury hotel for the 21st century. Stepping into the hotel, you will deeply feel that the design concept emphasizes Oriental culture while exuding luxury and elegance. The hotel's staircases and background walls feature black gold marble, complementing each other spectacularly. Paired with classical murals, a combination of black and wood tones, whole carved flying apsaras, and gilded wood carvings, a sense of historical depth greets you, filling the hotel with a strong classical atmosphere. Nowadays, Central is filled with tall luxury hotels, but none stand out as gracefully and proudly as Mandarin Oriental. The barbershop, evoking the style of 1930s Shanghai, features wide leather chairs, crisp-shirted senior barbers, vintage cuffs, and a Shanghai-style pedicure room… Outside the window is Hong Kong's busiest financial center, but inside the hotel, it still feels like the old Hong Kong of yesteryear. If you're an MO fan, you will surely feel at home with the service at Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong. Upon entering the hotel, you breathe in an air of luxury and elegance. The front desk staff, hailing from multiple countries, greet and communicate in very fluent and authentic languages. After check-in, the front desk staff will kindly escort you to your room, patiently explain how to use items and where they are placed, and introduce the room facilities and hotel services. You just need to relax and enjoy. Then you'll be offered welcome juice or hot tea, an MO tradition. When you return in the evening, the hotel will have prepared ocean bath salts and lavender sleep-inducing essential oils in the room—truly thoughtful. And compared to Hong Kong's 'snail houses,' most rooms are over 50 square meters with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of Victoria Harbour. The elegant standard rooms feature spacious open-plan designs. The bathrooms are finished with stylish travertine and Chinese black forest marble, creating a comfortable room with elegant taste—an incredible value. The superior rooms also feature custom brass-furnished decor, luxurious velvet, soft leather, exotic hand-woven carpets, and Ploh brand luxury bedding. There's also a SMART intelligent lighting control system at the bedside. The Presidential Two-Bedroom Suite exudes luxury, with a living and dining room for up to 12 guests, a kitchen, a powder room, a spacious master bedroom with a spa suite, and a marble bathroom with a large soaking tub. The rooms also incorporate spa-inspired design, with a large immersive Hourglass bathtub, double vanities, a separate rain shower, and an adjacent walk-in closet. Even the toiletries are top-notch, with diptyque (standard rooms) and Jo Malone (suites)—these small surprises in the bathroom show great attention to detail. Another detail: the Mandarin Oriental's signature newspaper window service, where the attendant doesn't need to knock, avoiding disturbing your rest. No wonder every guest who stays at Mandarin Oriental says the most impressive aspect is the attentive service. If you want to relax, Mandarin Oriental offers plenty of unique experiences. You can ignore the hustle and bustle outside. Mandarin Spa The Mandarin Spa combines harmonious design elements with health-promoting treatments. A range of signature treatments are derived from traditional Chinese medicine and various global rehabilitation therapies, infused with innovative elements. Here, you'll only feel 'great.' It has been rated as one of the world's top spas by multiple international organizations and has won the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Spa award for eight consecutive years—an impressive achievement. When you come here, be sure to enjoy the 1-hour 50-minute 'Mandarin Oriental Signature Spa Treatment'—highly recommended! The therapists select unique treatments and aromatherapy oils tailored to individual guests. Afterwards, you will feel harmony in body, mind, and soul. The Mandarin Spa is open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 10 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 10 pm. To book a treatment, call +852 2825 4888 or visit the website for more information. Mandarin Barber Shop Inspired by the design of 1930s Shanghai, the barber shop offers a warm, tranquil, and nostalgic environment, like a private gentlemen's club. It provides daily grooming services for men, including the hotel's famous Shanghai-style pedicure, body massage, facial care, and hair removal. The barbers have decades of experience, so you can trust them completely. The Mandarin Barber Shop is open Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 8 pm, and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. To book, call 2825 4800 or email mohkg-salon@mohg.com. Mandarin Salon Since the hotel opened in 1963, the Mandarin Salon has served guests with a minimalist, modern design, featuring multiple private beauty rooms with large glass windows overlooking the unique Victoria Harbour. Here you can get manicures, pedicures, makeup, facials, and hair removal. The Shanghai-style pedicure by Master So Cheung-fat is especially popular. As a family tradition passed down through generations, the craftsman has perfected the skill. The Mandarin Barber Shop is open Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 8 pm, and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm. To book, call +852 2825 4088 or email mohkg-barber@mohg.com. As a luxury hotel, a fitness center is a must. The fitness center on the 24th floor is spacious, comfortable, open 24 hours, and equipped with the latest fitness equipment such as Life Fitness Synergy and various TRX equipment. Professional fitness trainers are available to assist. The newly renovated swimming pool features high-tech amenities. One of the three lanes has a counter-current jet system that effectively purifies upper-layer suspended solids, ensuring clean, clear water. Additionally, the pool's side wall features a silver screen, allowing you to swim while enjoying a live video of Victoria Harbour with captivating lighting and underwater sound systems. In Hong Kong, a food paradise, two of the restaurants at Mandarin Oriental hold Michelin stars. You can find delicious food here. Mandarin Grill & Bar This restaurant has been a Michelin-starred restaurant for ten consecutive years. It uses premium seasonal organic ingredients, infusing traditional grill cuisine with fresh inspiration and interpretation. From the restaurant, you can enjoy stunning views of Statue Square and Chater Garden. The space is beautifully designed, vibrant, with scallop-shaped ceilings and paintings by Gerard D'A Henderson. Man Wah The Michelin-starred Man Wah restaurant is known for having one of the most beautiful dining environments in Hong Kong, offering carefully crafted classic dim sum and dinner sets as well as a la carte options. Through the restaurant's glass windows, you can take in panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the bustling city. However, the restaurant is currently under renovation, with a new look set to debut in January 2021—something to look forward to! The Krug Room Located in the heart of the hotel's bustling kitchen, it is a must-visit for gourmands. This intimate, exquisitely arranged venue offers creative tasting menus paired with Krug Champagne, allowing you to sample the executive chef's diverse creative dishes—a truly unique dining experience. Café Causette Café Causette's open kitchen serves global cuisine. There are popular Asian dishes like Indonesian fried rice and Hainanese chicken rice, as well as classic international dishes such as the Mandarin burger and pizza, considered the best in town. Tea and snacks are also available. The Clipper Lounge offers a popular buffet breakfast and dinner, as well as a Sunday Champagne brunch loved by locals, and is most famous for its afternoon tea. It serves a variety of fine foods, including finger sandwiches, sweets, scones, and classic homemade rose petal jam. Seasonal themed specialty teas are also available. This lounge is a relaxing alternative to the hotel's many fine dining restaurants. Chinnery Bar offers traditional British cuisine, including shepherd's pie, fish and chips, and other classics, for lunch and dinner. The Chinnery has one of the world's largest collections of single malt whiskies. The bar is known for its unique silver tankards of beer, and regulars can have a personalized silver tankard engraved with their name. The bar also has live performances from Tuesday to Saturday evenings, popular among jazz and blues enthusiasts. The Mandarin Cake Shop is dedicated to making fine cakes, chocolates, and pastries, satisfying the picky sweet tooths of Hong Kong. Don't miss the rose petal jam here, rumored to be a favorite of Carina Lau. Travel Guide Contents 1. Mandarin Oriental Hotel: A Legend 2. Celebrity Fans, Highly Favored 3. A Home-Away-From-Home Experience 4. A Peaceful Realm in a Bustling City 5. Mandarin Cuisine: Two Michelin-Starred Restaurants Travel Info Hotel Index Strategy Index Flight Index Website Navigation Travel Index Cruise Index Corporate Travel Index Partnership Cooperation Distribution Alliance Friendship Links Corporate Gift Card Procurement Insurance Agent Agent Cooperation Hotel Cooperation Destination and Scenic Area Cooperation More Partnership Cooperation About Ctrip About Ctrip Ctrip Hotspots Contact Us Careers User Agreement Privacy Policy Business License Security Center Ctrip Content Center Intellectual Property Trip.com Group Algorithm Publicity