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A Modern Classic A MODERN CLASSIC The city in a new light DESTINATION OVERVIEW Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong is ideally situated in the city’s Central Business District and housed in the International Finance Centre, which sits above the Airport Express and provides transit access throughout Hong Kong. From the hotel’s enviable perch overlooking Victoria Harbour, it’s a five-minute walk to the Central Ferry Piers for ferry service throughout Hong Kong, including the world-famous ride to Tsim Sha Tsui on the venerable Star Ferry. In addition, the very best of Hong Kong is steps from the front door, including the luxurious and prestigious IFC mall, local market bargains in the teeming alleys of Central, a ride on the classic double-decker tram, and exciting nightlife and dining options in trendy SoHo and Lan Kwai Fong. In addition, the hiking trails through Hong Kong’s country parks network that take you into the hills high above the city can be reached in mere minutes. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR DESTINATION > THE PINNACLE OF HIGH STYLE Put yourself at the centre of it all A HAVEN OF CALM Enjoy the city’s best views from the comfort of your room ACCOMMODATIONS OVERVIEW Bright, airy and spacious, our 345 guest rooms feature wall-to-wall windows that showcase captivating views of the cityscape, Victoria Harbour, Kowloon and the Peak. Styled in either a sleek Western motif with silk-panelled walls and marble-floored entry foyers, or a contemporary Chinese style with sculpted furnishings, gold leaf and authentic ink paintings, the guest rooms all features state-of-the-art technology, marble-floored bathrooms and a host of other luxurious appointments. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST ROOMS > Offering the perfect escape from the busy city, our 54 luxurious and spacious suites are ideal for business, entertaining or simply relaxing. Lavishly appointed and stylishly decorated, each suite incorporates innovative technology for maximum convenience, as well as well-thought-out details for maximum comfort. Each suite’s wall-to-wall windows draw in light while framing stunning panoramic views of Victoria Harbour, Kowloon and the mountains of the New Territories. Suite guests enjoy complimentary access to Executive Club services and facilities. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SUITES > A STAR-STUDDED FEAST With two Michelin-starred restaurants, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong puts the best in Hong Kong dining under one roof DINING OVERVIEW Caprice, our two Michelin-starred French restaurant features an open kitchen showcasing chefs at work, a renowned global wine collection and Hong Kong’s first cheese cellar full of artisanal French cheese – the perfect blend of high fashion and gastronomy catering to savvy, well-travelled diners. Caprice also has a private dining room, offering seating for up to 12 guests, as well as a sophisticated adjoining bar and lounge area for pre- or post-dinner cocktails. LEARN MORE ABOUT CAPRICE > At Lung King Heen, savour regional delicacies at Hong Kong’s most revered Cantonese restaurant and the first Chinese restaurant in the world to be awarded the coveted Michelin three-star rating. With a name that translates to “view of the dragon,” Lung King Heen combines the freshest local ingredients, a team of regionally renowned chefs and spectacular harbour views to offer an unparalleled culinary experience in the heart of one of the world’s top dining destinations. LEARN MORE ABOUT LUNG KING HEEN > SIMPLE PLEASURES MADE EXTRAORDINARY Celebrate the finest things in life with panache FITNESS AND SPA OVERVIEW An oasis in the middle of the bustling city, our spa includes a vitality lounge, steam rooms and private spa suites for the ultimate restorative experience. Alternatively, whenever the mood strikes, you can choose to work up a sweat in our 24-hour ultra- modern Fitness Centre, which boasts floor-to-ceiling views of Victoria Harbour. After your workout, cool down on our open-air Pool Terrace high above the busy streets and harbour below. Relax in the plunge pool or whirlpool, or take a swim in the infinity-edge pool or adjacent lap pool – both are equipped with speakers so swimmers can enjoy music underwater. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FITNESS AND SPA > ELEGANT VENUES Filled with natural daylight and featuring magnificent harbour views MEETING AND EVENTS OVERVIEW Perched at the edge of Victoria Harbour in the heart of one of the world’s great cities, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong offers a range of elegant venues for unforgettable meetings, conferences and social events. Our two exquisitely decorated ballrooms command breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour and Kowloon through floor-to-ceiling windows, while our eight smaller meeting rooms can suit a variety of gatherings and occasions. With a range of audio-visual and technological capabilities and options, our venues are equipped to accommodate all types of events. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR MEETINGS AND EVENTS > LOCATION ACCOMMODATIONS CONNECT WITH US • Ideally situated in the Central Business District and housed • 399 guest rooms, including 54 suites fourseasons.com/hongkong > in the International Finance Centre, which sits above the Airport • Light-filled and spacious rooms provide a one-of-a-kind Express and provides transit access throughout Hong Kong, vantage point, with dramatic views of Hong Kong’s including the Disneyland Resort Line and Tung Chung Line cityscape, Victoria Harbour and the Peak • Overlooking Victoria Harbour and a five-minute walk from the • Accommodations include thoughtful amenities, such Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong Central Ferry Piers for ferry service throughout Hong Kong as Nespresso® machines and complimentary WiFi 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong, China • Steps away from everything Hong Kong has to offer, T. (852) 3196-8888 / F. (852) 3196-8899 including the luxurious retail IFC mall, local market SPA & RECREATION bargains and high street shopping in Central, and • The spa spans 2,044 m2 (22,000 sq. ft.) and includes the trendy SoHo and Lan Kwai Fong neighbourhoods VIEW OUR DIRECTIONS & MAP > a vitality lounge, steam rooms and private spa suites • The Pool Terrace, which is above the busy streets and harbour The marks “FOUR SEASONS”, “FOUR SEASONS HOTELS AND RESORTS”, any DINING & DRINKS below, features a plunge pool and a whirlpool, as well as a lap combination thereof and the Tree Design are registered trademarks of Four Seasons Hotels Limited in Canada and U.S.A. and of Four Seasons Hotels (Barbados) Ltd. elsewhere. • Lung King Heen is Hong Kong’s most revered Cantonese pool and infinity-edge pool equipped with speakers that allow FSHKG090006e / 03/2017 / Design: theworkhouse.ca restaurant and the first Chinese restaurant in the world swimmers to listen to music while underwater to be awarded three Michelin stars • 24-hour ultra-modern Fitness Centre features • Caprice, a celebrated Michelin-starred French restaurant, floor-to-ceiling views of Victoria Harbour features an open kitchen showcasing chefs at work, as well as Hong Kong’s first cheese cellar full of artisanal French cheese MEETINGS AND EVENTS • Blue Bar and Caprice Bar are where Hong Kong’s business elites • 2,000 m2 (21,528 sq. ft.) of adaptable venue space for meetings, come after hours to meet and mingle in a sophisticated setting conferences and social events, including meeting rooms and elegant ballrooms filled with natural daylight and featuring magnificent harbour views • 24-hour Business Centre services and multilingual Concierge • Executive Club Lounge on the 45th floor features round-the-clock personalised services, as well as a place to unwind, in a stunning setting.
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