We stayed at the Peninsula Hong Kong on two occassions in June 2008. Previoiusly I was a Hong Kong Ritz Carlton loyalist but this property has been shut down for redevelopment giving me an opportunity to experience the wonderful Peninsula Hong Kong.

Airport arrival service and Rolls Royce transfers arranged by the Peninsula are highly recommended. They whisked us through the Hong Kong airport on a golf buggy, handled all baggage for us and loaded us into a Rolls for the 30 minute trip to the Peninsula.

Upon arrival we were immediately whisked up to a full harbour view suite on the 22nd floor. Simply amazing view of Central Hong Kong. The skyline view was breathtaking from the vantage point of the suite. Room registration was taken care of in room. A butler immediately began unpacking our suitcases for us whilst another staff member served welcome tea.

The Room:

We booked a full harbour view suite and it was palatial with a large dining area, comfortable living room, entryway and a massive master bedroom and opulent marble ensuite bathroom with deep soaking tub. Views from all rooms of the amazing Hong Kong skyline.

The decor is traditional "Hong Kong British Colonial meets modern China".....comfortable and traditional. Very well thought out design touches making the suite a superb home.

Gym & Spa

The gym is adequately sized with new equipment and a personal trainer on duty. Unfortunately we did not have time to enjoy a spa treatment but the spa looked over the top luxurious and indulgent....perhaps next time.

Food & Beverage:

Afternoon tea at the Peninsula is a tourist attraction brining in hordes of non hotel guests making the lobby a bit of a mob scene during the day. However do not despair; simply mention you are a hotel guest and you'll be at the top of the line. Afternoon tea is superb and offers great people watching in one of the world's most attractive and happeninig hotel lobbies.

Room service was superb. Deliciously prepared food served quickly and very professionally.

Unfortunately we did not have time to experience any of the Peninsula's other dining options but I am certain they would be excellent.

Service:

Across the board service was immediate and very professional. A 12 AM call for a prescription refill resulted in an on premises nurse visiting my suite within 10 minutes with the prescription in hand. Amazing.

Concierge is world class, well connected and an invaluable resource at this hotel.

Overall the Peninsula is a special hotel suitable for all of us whom are passionate about superlative hotel experiences. Highly recommended!

During the Christmas break, we decided to book a short 2 night stay at the Peninsula Hong Kong. We were celebrating our Anniversary and had revealed this information while booking our room, a Superior Harbour View Suite.

Like so many others, we felt that the Rolls-Royce Phantom transfer from the airport was a must. Upon stepping off the plane, you are pleasantly greeted by the airport concierge who escort you on a cart to customs and later baggage claim. It was a very nice service, and they handle all the work. After entering the Arrivals Hall, you are met by a member of the hotel staff and led to your personal Rolls-Royce. The EWB Phantom is one of the nicest cars ever built. The interior is incredibly comfortable, with lots of legroom. We were given cold towels and chilled bottled water to cool us from the heat of Hong Kong.

After a swift journey, we arrived at the Peninsula. We were pleased to discover that the hotel had been decked out in lots of pretty decorations for the holidays. Entering the lobby, there was a nice little string band playing the traditional Christmas tunes. The lobby itself is gorgeous and just as opulent as the pictures make it look. Very grand and airy! We were properly greeted by the staff as we were led to the check-in counter. After wishing us a happy anniversary, they surprised us by saying that we had been upgraded to a Deluxe Harbour View Suite. For those that are not familiar with the rooms or pricing structure of the hotel, our upgraded suite was about 270 square feet larger and would have cost us an additional $HK 4000 (more than 500 U.S dollars). Needless to say, we were overwhelmed by this upgrade.

Entering our room, we were amazed at its spaciousness. There was a separate sitting room and bedroom, both with jaw-dropping harbour views. I've said this before, but the harbour views from the Kowloon side are far more impressive than those on the Island side. Noting that it was our anniversary, we received (in addition to the welcome tea and fruits) a bottle of champagne and some sweets (including a lovely cake and some very nice chocolates). We enjoyed the European decor with subtle Oriental influences that are tastefully incorporated. Every suite has a nice bronze telescope for guests to admire the breathtaking views. The bathroom in the bedroom is huge, with a large jacuzzi tub and a spacious shower area. All rooms and suites at the Peninsula have two sinks, which is a big plus in my books. In the bathroom were two red boxes ornately carved with Chinese images for guests to take as souvenirs. Inside each box was a classy face soap. A very elegant touch that is a testament to the world-class status of the Peninsula. I could go on and on about the amenities in the room, but I think that has already been done to death here on the site.

On to the other facilities. The Peninsula has one of the nicest pools I've ever seen. It is designed to look like a Roman bath and is very beautiful, with sweeping views of the harbour and city skyline. It wasn't that busy when we visited, so it was a peaceful retreat. They have a large terrace outside the pool area for sunbathing, along with a pool bar for light snacks and drinks. The staff members at the pool hand you cold bottled water when you enter and are very attentive.

The restaurants at the Peninsula are among the most best and historic in the city. Our meals at the Peninsula included:

Dinner at Gaddi's
Breakfast at the Verandah
Afternoon Tea at the Lobby
Dinner at Spring Moon
Lunch at Chesa

All were excellent and enjoyable dining experiences, especially Gaddi's. Gaddi's is one of the best French restaurants in Asia and a must if you're looking for gourmet, Michelin-starred cuisine. The dining room is very luxurious and palatial, and the service is among the best I've ever experienced in a restaurant. I've dined at several restaurants in Paris with 3 Michelin stars and would rank Gaddi's right up there in their class.

Aftertoon tea at the Lobby is a very authentic and elegant experience. Everything from the tableware to the food is of very high quality. They also had a large selection of teas in addition to the classics. It is expensive but well worth it for the experience. And that about sums up my experience at the Peninsula as a whole. It is a very expensive hotel, but you truly get your money's worth and more when you stay at the Peninsula. The Peninsula Hong Kong is, without a doubt, the best city hotel in the world!

GREAT!! We have a corner suite and great view. Front Desk Services Excellent and all the foods from the chesa is the best.

even i have been more than 20 times to hong kong and stayed in many hotels this was our first stay at the peninsula
went with my wife in a celebration trip and got the full package:RR,lobby tea time,pool/spa,felix,harbour view and final experience was excellent really 5 stars all the way
be aware that they have built a strong brand in us and maybe people like me see things better than they really are
cons:crowded lobby between 2 shopping arcades . you cannot be recognized as guest in that area so no service is provided,no free internet
pro:all the rest
dont miss swimming and felix
stayed also at peninsula beijing loving it too