Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
A-Z TRAVEL TIPS
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ACCOMMODATION (SEE ALSO THE LIST OF RECOMMENDED
HOTELS, FOR MORE INFORMATION,
CLICK HERE
)
Hong Kong is home to some of the finest hotels in the world and most international chains
have properties here. Service standards are generally high everywhere but rooms tend to be
small except in the most expensive places. High- and mid-range hotels are all members of the
Hong Kong Hotel Association (HKHA;
www.hkha.org
).
Advance reservations are essential for moderately priced hotels, and advisable for all others.
For visitors arriving by air without reservations, there are two HKHA desks in arrivals that
can arrange a room with any hotel associated with it. The service is provided free of charge
and the desk is open from 6am-midnight.
Hong Kong's high seasons are October to early December, and March and April - trade fairs
or local events such as Rugby 7s may fill hotels, so always check ahead. In quiet weeks in
summer, prices may drop, and bonuses such as upgrades, free airport transport and discounts
may be offered. For the best rates, check online and ask travel agents about packages that of-
fer hotel and airfare.
Posted rates cover the room price only; a 10 percent service charge is added to the bill at
check-out time.
AIRPORT
Arrival.
International flights land at Hong Kong International Airport at Chek Lap Kok on
Lantau Island,
www.hkairport.com
. Immigration and customs checks are efficient. Beyond
the baggage inspection area you will find a bank, money changers, HKHA counters and two
HKTB desks for tourist information. The Ground Transportation Centre is the place to go for
information about transport into the city, or for taxis and limousine service.
