Going on a trip to Hong Kong was never on my bucket list, as it is a metropolitan city like Singapore. The plan was ignited by a concert, which was the trip’s ‘highlight’.
The two-person trip took flight in the last week of June 2024, with a spotlight on:
Asia-World Expo
K-pop group, Highlight, announced their Asia concert tour, ‘LIGHTS GO ON, AGAIN’. We bought the tickets to their stop in Hong Kong first before anything else.
We collected our physical tickets using a self-service kiosk at Eu Yan Sang Tower. The process was simple and quick. We only needed the code and password that was sent via email.
On the day of the concert, we traveled on the rapid MTR Airport Express line and arrived at the expo in thirty minutes. The seats were comfy, and there was free Wi-Fi on board. It felt like a good deal, as using the same Octopus card allows for a free return trip to the city, which was helpful since finding the buses at night was challenging.
Asia-World Expo is a massive venue, so be prepared to get your steps in! When I went, there were two concerts happening, so it was buzzing with excitement, fan support, and banners everywhere. Even though there were queues at the photo wall, the fans were friendly and happy to help take your photos.
As for food, there were just a few cafes and restaurants, mostly at the far ends of the expo, with some takeaway spots in the middle.
As for the actual concert itself, it was pretty organised, but the seats were so close to one another. The redeeming thing was the outstanding sound system and the amazing Highlight x Beast, of course.
Aside from the concert, here was how we made full use of the holiday:
Day 1, Fri
Hong Kong International Airport, T1
We took a morning flight to Hong Kong via Cathay Pacific. The in-flight meal was porridge, muffin, yogurt, and sliced fruits. Of course, I watched some reruns of Highlight on the plane.
Once we touched down, we hopped on the City Flyer bus A21, which dropped us off near our accommodation. There was free Wi-Fi on board, and you can pay using your credit card. The ride offered scenic views of the river, high-rise homes on the mountains, cosmopolitan areas, and expect to see empty land under construction too.
The staff we talked to upon arrival was helpful, but the customer service staff in the departure hall was just rude at the end of our trip.
Address: 1 Sky Plaza Rd, Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong
Kimchi Korean Fusion (Halal)
After checking in, we headed to Kimchi Korean Fusion. Situated on a road lined with eateries and pubs, this was the first halal Korean restaurant in Hong Kong and the shop sold a variety of Korean side dishes, noodles, soups, and hot plates. Complimentary hot tea is provided.
The dishes were a bit oily and bland compared to the Singapore and Korean versions, but it offered a local twist on Korean cuisine with the local ingredients used.
Getting Around: We mostly got around town using the Mass Transit Railway (MTR) using the using the Octopus card, which takes you to tourist areas, and is a lot faster than waiting for the bus. The buses have inconsistent timing, especially during peak hours.
Address: Shop A, 67 Kimberley Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Wellcome Kimberley Road
We popped by Hong Kong’s largest supermarket chain down the road. Wellcome sold quite a range of items, from household items, beverages, snacks, fruits, fresh produce, and huge durians! You can get discounts when buying the items in sets.
Think it is priced cheaper than 7/11, and you can pay by credit or Octopus card. Interestingly saw a Yuu member option (not compatible with SG’s Yuu though, we tried).
Address: 53-54 Kimberley Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
An irk about Hong Kong: The narrow pavement and dirty water dripping from the buildings.
Matsumoto Kiyoshi
Drawn in by their bright yellow exterior, I found a store selling mainly Japanese health and beauty products with cute, collectible collaborations from Sanrio, Disney, Nintendo, and popular anime like Kirby, Pokemon, and Demon Slayer. Prices were quite steep though.
Address: 地下1-3號舖, Kimberley 26, Kimberley Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Mira Place
Since everything was on the same street and we needed a break from the heat, we headed to Mira Place. It’s a quiet mall with a mix of local and international brands and a mini fair in the mall. It was a good preview of what to expect when shopping in Hong Kong, plus we checked out GU, Uniqlo’s sister shop.
Address: 132 Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Godwell
The shop has been in Hong Kong for over 30 years, so it’s always busy. We heard about this place from TikTok, but it didn’t quite live up to our expectations.
Godwell is known for selling perfume, cosmetics, and skincare products for a good price. The shop was packed with products, making it a bit cramped. They came in multiple sizes, including sample sizes (it will not be in an original bottle for the perfumes for example), so that was good if you wanted to test the products. They mostly stock well-known brands, so if you are after something more exclusive, you might not find it here.
Address: Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hau Fook St, 13號, Johnson Centre, 地下
Salisbury Road
We strolled along Salisbury Road and through the underpass, taking in the various landmarks at Victoria Dockside. These include:
Victoria Dockside – there was a 284-metre skyscraper, office space, apartments, hotel, and K11 Musea
K11 MUSEA – A high-end shopping mall with many international luxury brands
Avenue of Stars
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Hong Kong
Hong Kong Space Museum
The Peninsula Hong Kong
Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Hong Kong Museum of Art
1881 Heritage – a historical building which houses a shopping mall, heritage hotel, and an exhibition hall
Star House – old school mall
Tsim Sha Tsui Bus Terminal
Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier
They area was designated as a global art and design district, so there were lots of public art, exhibitions, and sculptures.
Even the architecture of the buildings reflects the distinctive ‘Hong Kong’ style. We walked over from Chatham Road through the underpass that was so apt – very old-school tiles, but also modern enough.
The Five Flag Poles
Following the local customs, we met up with my friend at this popular spot in Hong Kong. It is easy to find and always bustling with people, as it is both a transport hub (in front of the Hong Kong Star Ferry Pier and the Tsim Sha Tsui Bus Terminal) and a tourist attraction.
We were lucky to have caught the sun setting. It was a good place to take a photo of Hong Kong’s skyline and appreciate the views. The night view was also pretty cool, and it just so happens to be a full moon on that night which made it even lovelier along with the company.
Address: 3 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Harbour City
Had a good catch-up session at a cafe in Harbour City with friends!
The Five Flag Poles was right beside Harbour City, the largest shopping mall in Hong Kong. The place was huge and spacious with a wide range of shopping and dining options. There’s another viewing point at the observatory deck in the mall. You can also explore the art gallery, hotels, and the cruise terminal at Harbour City.
Address: Canton Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Symphony of Lights
The Symphony of Lights show occurs at 8pm daily for all. They projected a countdown timer for the show towards the former Kowloon-Canton Railway Clock Tower, which I thought was cooler than the actual show.
The Symphony of Lights is a multimedia show that involves projecting lights, lasers, LED screens on the buildings across the harbour, accompanied by music performed by the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. You could also enjoy the spectacle on the boats to avoid the large crowd at the waterfront.
It is notable that the 10-minute light show was named the ‘World’s Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show’ by Guinness World Records, but there is definitely room for improvement on the theme and presentation for it to be outstanding.
Address: Kowloon Public Pier, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Avenue of Stars
As a fangirl, visiting the Avenue of Stars was on my trip wishlist, even if I wasn’t too familiar with Hong Kong film stars. The avenue features handprints and plaques of actors, actresses, film producers that made a significant impact to the cinema industry.
I had a lot of fun checking out as many handprints that I could and comparing them with my own, and googling about the person’s history. There were many similar names along the railings, and we found out that some were different people while others were related. There were also multiple statues of stars along the walkway, with the most famous one being the Bruce Lee statue. The area was well-maintained, and the skyline view was stunning.
You could definitely feel the vibrant energy and beauty of the city at night here.
There might also be random pop-ups installations. There was a LINE friends pop-up at the Avenue of Stars, and also a Euro2024 display right outside K11 Musea when we were there.
Address: Ave of Stars, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
MoMA Design Store
By the time we arrived to K11 Musea after our stroll, shops were already preparing to close. We quickly made our way to MoMA Design Store to look at the curated items since it was rare to visit an official store! This was the first MoMA Design Store in Greater China and the largest in Asia.
The selection of objects and gifts from classic twentieth-century designers to current trending artists1 were cool. There is furniture, speakers, toys, games, lighting, tech innovations, tabletop, home decor, jewelry, accessories and more. Just note they are of course, designer-priced, meaning that for me, it was perfect for window-shopping only.
Address: Unit #135, K11 MUSEA, 18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
らしんばんlashinbang
Spotted a Lashinbang store while making our way towards East Tsim Sha Tsui MTR via the underpass from K11 Musea, near Exit J. This store is actually Japan’s biggest second-hand store that sold anime, games-related items and more.
The prices were not too bad, and there was various anime merch available.
Listed under the Michelin Hong Kong street food guide, Kai Kai Dessert is a popular spot for traditional Cantonese desserts. Even when we reached on a late Friday night, there was a long line of tourists and locals. They have a separate takeaway queue where you order at the cashier and wait outside after paying.
The desserts had a clean and light taste, so if u prefer a rich thick paste, this is not the place. The desserts are freshly made and can be served hot or cold. The most popular dessert is the black sesame paste, but there are also other things like mango sago with pomelo and sweet walnut paste.
The menu is in Cantonese, but there is an English menu if you asked. Service was surprisingly cordial, and they could explain to us in English.
Address: Hong Kong, Jordan, Ning Po St, 29號號 地下
In Jordan, you’ll find streets lined with household items, adorable water bottle designs, small bags, and accessories. It’s perfect for a daytime stroll and some window-shopping.
Day 2, Sat
Ding-Ding Tram
We took a bus behind the hotel to head to the Wan Chai and Central districts. That is where you can spot (and ride) the ‘Ding-Ding’, an iconic old-school double-decker tram that rightfully belongs on the road with the rest of the modern vehicles. The trams makes a ding-ding sound rather than a honk, hence the nickname.
The Ding-Ding runs as normal public transport, where you enter from the back and pay the driver as you exit at the front. You can take the tram to tour around Hong Kong Island which stretches East to West, from Kennedy Town to Shau Kei Wan Terminal.
Islamic Centre Cuisine (Halal)
Located in the neighbourhood in a simple green building, some might be surprised to know that Masjid Ammar and Osman Ramju Sadick Islamic Centre is housed here, together with a halal dim sum restaurant.
The prayer rooms are on the middle floors, while the dim sum is waiting for you on the 5th floor, via the lift or stairs.
This is the spot to enjoy dim sum, Cantonese cuisine, and milk tea. The restaurant opens for breakfast and starts serving main dishes around lunchtime. For a wider variety of dim sum, try to visit early. And remember to dress modestly.
The ordering system here was a little confusing – after you get a seat, place your order for dim sum directly at the dim sum counter and pass them the ordering sheet for them to fill up for you, then place your order for the other dishes and drinks via the roving staff. Head to the cashier after eating.
Address: Hong Kong, Wan Chai, Oi Kwan Rd, 40號伊斯蘭中心5樓
JP Books (Central)
We visited a bookstore with lots of Chinese and English books. The books were spread out across multiple levels, and also sold a lot of cute stationery, craft, and souvenirs.
Address: 9號 Queen Victoria St, Central, Hong Kong
Central Market
Central Market was a really fun place to explore and to learn more about Hong Kong’s heritage, culture, and mannerisms. Cool, funky shops there.
They preserved one of Hong Kong’s oldest wet markets and brought the experience to life with a modern replica-exhibition. It even includes a chance to snap a selfie with a hawker! Thought that was pretty cool.
The three-level building now houses multiple dining areas, a gourmet market, grocery shops, souvenirs and snacks! The shops reflect the local culture, from local stickers and postcards, coasters, figurines, jewelry, towels, clothes, and more. My favourite stall was the Hong Kong Tram shop and the vintage shop (which sold photocards of popular celebrities in the past).
There are dessert and snack stores too, offering a modern take of the city. There were also other seasonal cultural experiences available.
Central Market was instagram-worthy, especially the vintage staircase! Apparently, the Market had been a filming location in the past few years.
Address: 93 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Central-Mid-Levels Escalators
The Central Market is linked to the Central-Mid-Levels escalator. I had wanted to visit this since it appeared on Korean variety shows, and I was fascinated at the concept of having the world’s longest outdoor covered escalator system to beat the steep hills.
The escalator was also featured in Chungking Express and The Dark Knight. Do note that the escalators only go up, so you have to use the stairs to travel the other way.
The name says it all – it connects Central to the Mid-Level districts. There are signboards along the escalators guiding you to iconic landmarks. Hop off to explore the nearby alleys and hop back on after. You’ll find plenty of small health and beauty shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants along the way.
Address: Jubilee St, Central, Hong Kong
Tai Kwun
We dropped off from the escalator via the Footbridge Gate to visit a popular landmark – Tai Kwun.
Tai Kwun gave off the same vibes as Old Hill Police Street in SG, as it was a 150 year old police station that has been turned into an independent art space and exhibition. They had beautiful pieces of pottery, photographed pictures, and art pieces for sale in various shops. Besides that, there were also art galleries, and bars and restaurants for public. Chairs were provided at the open-air plaza for visitors to take a break and take in the beautiful architecture.
There were still preserved prison cells and staircases of the Central Police Station.
Address: 10 Hollywood Rd, Central, Hong Kong
Bakehouse
Bakehouse, one of the most popular bakeries in Hong Kong, might have queues for their egg tarts which are made with sourdough croissant crust.
The tart is tasty when eaten hot, but it is not as crumbly as the Portuguese counterpart. I personally prefer the famous egg tarts in Lisbon though. Bakehouse also sold other baked goods like croissants and quiche. Since the outlet that we visited was a take-away shop, many customers ate at the steps across the alley.
Tip: If you have room in your tummy, walk a few hundred metres to Vission Bakery. It went viral for huge donuts, layered cakes and tarts. The queue here was way longer, so you might have to wait a bit on the sloped street.
After all that walking in hot weather, we decided to chill at PMQ. Even though PMQ was in a touristy area, there was not much crowd except for the tour groups that appear once in a while. Hence, the atmosphere at this restored historical building was laid-back and quiet.
The building is fully dedicated to indie and local art and design, so expect the price tag to be worth the quality. There were many boutique stores, lifestyle goods, studios, art exhibitions, art studios, workshop spaces, cafes, and more! I thought they had some pretty and cool items, especially their bags.
There was also a store dedicated to Tamiya cars that we used to play when we were young at Tamiya Plamodel Factory, for collectors and enthusiasts. PMQ also does guided heritage tours.
We hung out at Moment By Moment, which sold waffles, ice cream, drinks and more. The tea shop next door was packed.
Address: 35號 Aberdeen St, Central, Hong Kong
Day 3, Sun
Yue Hwa Chinese Products Emporium
If you are looking for traditional Chinese products, this is the place! The basement is filled with dry goods, Chinese medicine, herbs, and snacks.
Think of it as a Tangs, as the other floors of this department store also sold an assortment of products from silk, antiques to bags and more.
Address: 301-309 Nathan Rd, Jordan, Hong Kong
Australia Dairy Company
Curious about the stories of rude service and chaotic ambience, we headed to the popular ‘cha chaan teng’ (Hong Kong) cafes, Australia Dairy Company. We joined the long queue, and they sat us at a small, shared table, barely with room for personal space.
The buttered toast was soft and simple, accompanied by their famous scrambled eggs or fried eggs. Credit: Janice
Everything was fast paced the moment you entered the restaurant – read the menu (there is an English menu), place an order, receive the food, eat, drink, get the order sheet, and head to the counter to pay. The service was efficient, with staff moving quickly to take orders and deliver food and clear the plates as soon as you are done. The whole experience does not make one feel hurried though.
The store also specialises in steamed milk pudding, which was of silky-smooth texture, and can be served hot or cold. And of course, complete your meal with their Hong Kong milk tea, which has a strong tea aftertaste. You can add your own sugar if you order the hot milk tea.
The prices are ok for the quality and portion. Do note that it is not halal.
Address: 47 Parkes St, Jordan, Hong Kong
Western Market
The Western Market is a small shopping complex that sells mainly textiles and tailoring. Personally felt that the fabrics were not the trendiest at first glance. The merchants were originally located in the old alleys of Central2.
The main attraction of this place is the unique building architecture with an eye-catching red brick and white facade. It was built on a site formerly occupied by the Harbour Office.
Address: 323 Des Voeux Rd Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
The Original Coconut Tea
The weather was hot, so a coconut drink was a great thirst quencher. The coconut juice was light and refreshing. They had other coconut drinks like coconut coffee and dessert.
The shop was a branch of Singer Joey Wong’s beverage shop, Tea Daye. From what I understand, this was her first beverage shop and after this store started making profits, they opened a second location in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Address: 378 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Hollywood Road & Sheung Wan
Did not realise Hollywood Road was actually a hill, and there was barely any shelter. But as committed tourists, we still visited one of Hong Kong’s oldest paved roads and the second coolest street in the world for 20243.
Left of the photo continues uphill on Hollywood Road. There was a cafe on the street opposite.
Once a prime trading area, this place still boasts a rich culture with many antique sellers and art galleries. On Cat Street, you’ll find an open-air market selling cool items like porcelain, sculptures, trinkets, crafts, and vintage pieces. The iconic Man Mo Temple is also an iconic landmark.
The area is constantly changing with cafes and bars popping up in the alleys, and vibrant and well-designed murals. Square Street is particularly concentrated with murals from HKwalls 2023 project, and there were many others like the famous Bruce Lee mural. Spotted lots of youths hanging out here.
Address: 180a號 Hollywood Rd, Tai Ping Shan, Hong Kong
Star Ferry
We took the Star Ferry instead of the train to get back to the main island. It was a quick and charming ride that offered unobstructed views of the city’s skyline. Just tap your Octopus card or buy a ticket at the turnstiles. You can buy snacks at the pier.
Funny story about this pier: We took the lift up three floors, but discovered the third floor was closed to the public. It was deserted, dusty, and filled with broken furniture and locked cabinets. Realizing the lift was the only way out, we quickly left, unintentionally leaving a family with young children in the same situation.
Address: Hong Kong, 中環民光街中環7號渡輪碼頭
Mammy Pancake
After the ride, we spotted Hong Kong’s food staple – the egg waffle (also known as gai daan tsai) by Mammy Pancake! Their egg waffles always receive rave reviews for their sweet, egg-rich batter cooked perfectly crisp.
You can choose the batter flavour and toppings. I tried the original flavour with chocolate toppings, and there was no regrets! The egg waffle was served hot and crispy, but also light and fluffy and the toppings were plenty.
They also sold drinks. Do note the shop is not halal-certified.
Address: 香港尖沙咀梳士巴利道天星碼頭地下KP-13, 29&30舖, Shop Units KP13, 29&30 G/F, Salisbury Road, Kowloon Point Star Ferry Pier, 港鐵尖沙咀站L6出口, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Jenny Bakery
Never heard of Jenny Bakery until this trip, and the shop really had a lot of tourists buying back packets and tins of cookies. It opened in 2005 by an Auntie Jenny (apparently, she is in her 60s now), and it became popular for melt in your mouth cookies.
The secret might be in their ingredients—no preservatives and GMO-free raw materials. I must say, the cookies are buttery, light, and truly capture the essence of a butter cookie, but the flavor variety is quite basic.
Tucked away in a corner, the shop was plain and dull with no decor, resembling a gift redemption place. There were no item displays, just a price list on the wall, so you had to know exactly what you wanted before joining the very efficient queue.
Humble set-up? Definitely. Professional? Not so much.
Address: 樓上42號舖, Mirador Mansion, Shop 42 on 1st Floor Mirador Mansion 62, 62號 Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Ladies Market (Halal options)
If you ever miss walking through a pasar malam, Ladies Market is the place to be! The street market sells souvenirs, clothes, accessories, bags, toys and more. We bought the Hong Kong-inspired t-shirts which had a good deal even without bargaining, so that was right up our alley. Otherwise, the items here are meant to be bargained.
There were few repeat stalls, and there were also shops in the buildings nearby to explore. If you are hungry, there were a few halal restaurants in the area, mostly Indian food or kebab.
Address: Tung Choi St, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Sneakers Street
Was not looking for a shoe then, so we breezed through the street. But sneakerheads would definitely thrive here, which was full of sportswear and sneakers.
Visitors have to look closely to spot the latest releases, limited editions and classic designs.
There were also vintage shops around, but the one we wanted to visit had such an inaccessible entrance we gave up. Minus points for timefault.hk（旺角).
Address: 71-73 Fa Yuen St, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Temple Street Night Market (Halal options)
As soon as you enter Temple Street’s iconic red archway, you will be greeted with lines of food stalls.
Unfortunately for us, it started to rain heavily, so not many stalls opened, but the good thing was that the queues were short. It was really brave of the vendors to still continue selling despite the weather, especially since did not have solid shelter for their stalls.
There was a range of Chinese food, from siu mai, sausages, and other cuisines like kebabs and desserts. There was some halal food options here. If you walked further in, there are lots of eateries too – that’s where the crowd goes for late-night dining.
There is also a stretch that sells clothes, trinkets, and other things that you will see in a market. Some of the stalls were also opened in the day.
Address: Temple St, Jordan, Hong Kong
Day 4, Mon
Hong Kong Disneyland (Halal options)
Don’t miss the main parade, Mickey & Friends Street Celebration, and the “Momentous” Nighttime Spectacular at the castle to mark the closing of Disneyland. It was truly fun and spectacular.
Disneyland was a delightful place. Book your tickets on Klook for early entry, so we did not actually have to wait in line like the rest, as we entered via another separate line!
Download the Disneyland app to book shows. That was the only way to do it for the very popular Frozen’s show. It was quite cute how Frozen characters spoke in Cantonese with a mix of English for the show. The amusement park was buzzing with Disney characters and NPCs roving around, which were super fun to watch.
There were short and long queues so really depends on what rides you would like to take. I found them all quite fun, with varying levels of thrill (nothing too scary overall). Hyperspace Mountain was definitely the coolest, and Frozen’s ride was the most beautifully designed. Winnie the Pooh’s ride, though a long wait, was sweet as honey and totally memorable. Don’t forget to greet Woody in Toy Story Land at the far end of the park.
There is an area where you can join in a queue for a chance to meet and greet a random Disney mascot. You won’t know who exactly will show up, but you can take photos and even get their autographs!
Surprisingly, the merchandise had lots of practical items.
It was scorching hot with little shelter, so be sure to bring caps and umbrellas. The Tahitian Terrace Restaurant offers halal food. We headed back to our accommodations via the MTR, which stops right at the park station. The train had adorable Mickey Mouse windows and special Disney-themed decor.
Address: Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Day 5, Tue
The Pavilion at Discovery Bay
The Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong hotel that we stayed at has a Pavilion, also known as the White Chapel. It is one of the Instagrammable spots in Discovery Bay. This waterfront, 16-metre-tall, triangular prism-shaped glass house is one of the most Instagrammable spots in Discovery Bay and a popular wedding venue.
The most photogenic spot is at the triangular front door, where you can capture the building’s geometric form, with mountains and the sea in the background.
DB North Plaza is a small hangout area with an open piazza facing the sea, some recreation centres for children, as well as dining and shopping options. The landmark is marked with a European-style clock tower and a supermarket. Luckily, they had a 7-eleven that closed quite late, so we could get late night snacks after Disneyland.
The area is surrounded by resorts and accommodation, so it is a quiet and sleepy town.
Address: 92 Siena Avenue, Discovery Bay North Plaza Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Accommodation
Eaton HK
Eaton HK was conveniently located in Mong Kok, making it easy to access various places and walk to tourist destinations. There were also several convenience stores nearby.
The room was cozy with clever use of space, combining the pantry and clothes cabinet. A window brightened the room and made it feel spacious. While the marble and wood design felt a bit dated, it was a comfortable stay overall.
The hotel has a rooftop pool, a gym, and also a trendy bar and restaurant.
Address: Hong Kong, Yau Ma Tei, 逸東酒店, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan
Auberge Discovery Bay Hong Kong
For our last two days, we chose an affordable stay close to Disneyland and the airport. They had a free shuttle bus to Hong Kong Disneyland in the morning, which arrived at perfect timing for our early entry.
The room was much more spacious, with a bathtub and large windows offering views of the mountains and partial sea. We enjoyed watching activities at the nearby stadium (football practice in the morning!), spotting kayakers at Sam Pak Wan Beach, and admiring a cool elevator of a nearby residence. Sadly, the mountain view was partly obstructed by construction work.
The only thing that irked me was the hotel’s sustainable policy that does not provide guests with things like toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, and bathroom slippers, and you have to purchase them at a vending machine at the lobby.
Address: Lantau Island, 88 Siena Ave, Discovery Bay, Hong Kong
Overall, Hong Kong gave off vintage vibes, interspersed with modern elements and international brands. Would like to explore more of Hong Kong’s nature and culture next time!
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