Empire Hotels in Hong Kong

It might have been the National Day holiday, which caused prices to generally increase, but I still felt it wasn't worth it. I booked a standard room for over 1600, and the room was only about 16-18 square meters. Everyone says Hong Kong is expensive per square inch, but I didn't expect space to be this precious. Now, for the common question of how to get there quickly: From Wan Chai MTR Exit B1, walk along Hennessy Road, past Southorn Playground, to Shanghai Industrial Investment Building, cross the road, and you're there. However, the hotel doesn't have a prominent sign. We didn't even realize it was the hotel when we got to the entrance; Hong Kong shop signs are indeed quite discreet. Near the hotel, there's a Hei Hei Roast Meat & Tea Restaurant that tastes pretty good. I saw many locals eating there, so I recommend it to everyone.

Space is at a premium in Hong Kong, so hotel rooms are generally on the smaller side. I didn't have high expectations this time, but thanks to the front desk, we got a complimentary upgrade from the standard room. The room was clean, and the bed was very comfortable. The hotel is in a great location on Kimberley Road, with plenty of restaurants and convenience stores right downstairs, and getting around was super easy.

I chose The Empire Hotel Causeway Bay primarily for its location. It's incredibly convenient for shopping, dining, and the MTR, making it easy to get around even with luggage. The front desk service was decent; communication was smooth, and they even offered a free late check-out, which was a lifesaver for catching a late flight. Breakfast was standard fare – filling but nothing to write home about. The hotel's drawbacks were also quite apparent – typical for Hong Kong hotels, the rooms are on the small side. With two people and suitcases, it felt a bit cramped. Waiting for elevators during peak hours could be a bit tedious. Most of the guests were mainland tourists, making it lively but not exactly quiet.