When one is in Hong Kong, most of his/her satisfaction is received outside the rented room. But there are some who gets pleasure inside their temporary residences. May it be from the taste of food served or relaxation of body massage or scenic view through the windows, it always comes with a price. A rate which they don’t mind since they can afford the best things money could buy. And the places to avail of such treatments are from the following:
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Hong Kong: Reaching and Getting Around
Hong Kong literally means “fragrant harbor”. It is derived from an area wherein fragrant wood products and fragrant incense were traded. It is located at eastern Asia, southeast coast of People’s Republic of China, facing the South China Sea. A total of 426 sq m land area is being bounded by Shenzhen River at the north, Tau Lo Chau at South, Ping Chau at the east and Peaked Hill on the west. Composed of 262 islands, the main ones are Lantau Island and Hong Kong Island.
10 Top Destinations in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Kowloon is common name referring to Kowloon Peninsula and New Kowloon of Hong Kong. With land area of 47 square kilometers, it is one of the most densely populated places in planet considering its population of 2.1 million people.
Like a silver lining in a blue streak, Kowloon’s congestion of people led to existence of places to shop, eat and sleep. This made Kowloon an area for tourists. And when there are tourists, there will always be tourist destinations. The top places to visit are listed below.
10 Top Destinations in Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Hong Kong Island is the second largest island of Hong Kong or formally known as Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Separated from the mainland of Kowloon Peninsula by Victoria Harbour and access to this island is only through two road-only tunnels, two MTR railway tunnels and one combined road and MTR rail link.
Surprisingly the population of this island used to be 3,000 in 1842 and last count in 2008 is 1,289,00. One probable reason why people rush into this island is because of its tourist attractions. The top destinations are:
Top Ten Cheapest Hotels in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, there are two buildings located at the Kowloon Peninsula that is world renowned to offer the lowest accommodation rates in the City of Night (Lights). Chungking Mansion has at least 80 different hotels from 3rd to 17th floor. Ground and second floors is a mall. The first eight of the top ten cheapest hotels in Hong Kong are found within this Mansion and they are:
Twh Tai Wan Hotel Hong Kong – One of 28 hotels inside Block A area, this hotel is in proximity to major modes of transportations in Hong Kong. An Airport shuttle, railway station and ferry terminal are accessible by a few minutes of walking.
New Chung King Mansion Hostel Hong Kong – Among the 17 hotels of Block C, a block known to be preferred by Indian people, this hotel is situated at the 7th floor. Various online reviews about the rooms are small but clean, while others declared a little single room with a nasty bed.
Garden Hostel Hong Kong – Another hotel situated in Block C, but located at the 16th floor. Reviews commonly expressed confusion at in accessing the hotel as there are three more hotels in Hong Kong with almost same name.
Las Vegas Hostel Hong Kong – Found at Block C’s 15th floor, online reviews for this hotel were mostly positive. The rooms were said to be small but were cleaned everyday.
Four Seasons Hostel Hong Kong – Built along Block A, the most famous block of the building, this hotel is located at the 14th floor and have numerous positive online reviews. Praised were given to the outstanding attitudes of the manager as well as the hotel staff.
New Asia Guesthouse Hong Kong – Nestled in Block A, 18th floor, all 30 rooms are newly decorated with modern designs. Each room fall into 3 stars hotel standards.
New International Guest House Hong Kong – High above in the 11th floor, managed by a Canadian lady and the hotel’s free services are wireless internet, local telephone, towels, linens and air conditioning.
Park Guest House Hong Kong – Positioned at the 15th floor, a complete renovation was recently completed at March of 2010. Freebies include: air conditioning, luggage storage, wireless internet and local telephone.
Next is Mirador Mansion. Not really a mansion but described to be an old, run down, 14 story building and filled with 17 Hotels to accommodate the budget traveler. With address at 54-56 Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowlon, Hongkong, the last two hotels that completes the top ten cheapest hotel in Hong Kong list are:
Venetian Hostel Hong Kong – Located at the 13th floor, accommodation options can be chosen from four types: single, 4-bed private, 3-bed private and super deluxe room.
New Garden Hostel Hong Kong – Located at 16th floor. Each of this hotel’s 100 rooms was renovated in June of 2008 and mostly has windows.
Both Mansions are surrounded by other hotels but nothing could compete with the very low rates that made Chunking and Mirador Mansions being sought after by tourist and travelers worldwide.
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