Originally Posted by
chinmoylad
Definitely The Regent. Rosewood slightly suffers from having that square-ish structure that's not parallel to the harbour trying to give 'harbour views' to every room (e.g. the "East Hong Kong Island side harbour views" - which, are actually really nice of course and don't mind it at all), but it does mean that from any one window, you don't see the full scale of the skyline across to the Hong Kong Island side.You get this view that's almost westward looking from most 'harbour' room windows - Central, Sheung Wan and West Kowloon, although some windows (e.g. the bedroom) might have a more eastern leaning view.
It still has amazing views of course, but it's location/orientation, and then comparing that to The Regent, means I don't think it has the best views in town.
Regent is an unbeatable “architectural” product and I just love staying there lately and have stayed 3X since it reopened. Some issues with the new interiors esp in the room but nothing that would ruin a stay. The breakfast was a yawn and service ( overall) at the start was at best patchy and improved slightly on subsequent stays.
New rooms ( plus suites) progressively opening incld a club floor - but I won’t be rushing to try them out.
Location has never been my favourite for convenience ( I like Sheung Wan / Causeway bay ) so one needs to plan well. But it’s not beyond redemption - the views of the HK skyline compensates.
One of Rosewood biggest problem is the use of the elevators ( the confronting rows of elevators one faxes ) for both room and outside guests which can be frustrating and a security concern. Stayed at Rosewood in 2019 but not since and have no plans to. But I try to go to their incredible bar with live music on every visit. It really is superb.