best hotel in Hong Kong
Feb 5, 2015, 4:34 am
#693
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Feb 6, 2015, 9:19 am
#694
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After quite some research (and many helpful posts in this thread), I decided to book 3 nights at the MO and 3 at the FS.
I'll therefore experience both the unique Asian atmosphere of the MO that so many have highlighted and also the fantastic pool area of the FS (I hope that the weather will be warm enough in Mid-April).
I'll therefore experience both the unique Asian atmosphere of the MO that so many have highlighted and also the fantastic pool area of the FS (I hope that the weather will be warm enough in Mid-April).
Feb 15, 2015, 7:47 pm
#695
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After quite some research (and many helpful posts in this thread), I decided to book 3 nights at the MO and 3 at the FS.
I'll therefore experience both the unique Asian atmosphere of the MO that so many have highlighted and also the fantastic pool area of the FS (I hope that the weather will be warm enough in Mid-April).
I'll therefore experience both the unique Asian atmosphere of the MO that so many have highlighted and also the fantastic pool area of the FS (I hope that the weather will be warm enough in Mid-April).
Feb 19, 2015, 7:41 pm
#696
Join Date: Oct 2002
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best hotel in Hong Kong
Just arrived at The Upper House and it blows me away by its clean aesthetics, style and amenities. Could be an Aman by the looks of it. Wonderful !!
Feb 20, 2015, 4:09 am
#697
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I just left this morning! Shame we missed each other. I totally agree with you we had an amazing stay. The service is so good. Have you met Kristina, head of guest relations, yet? She is so on the ball and really made our stay. Enjoy!
Feb 20, 2015, 4:35 am
#698
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ngfan
Just arrived at The Upper House and it blows me away by its clean aesthetics, style and amenities. Could be an Aman by the looks of it. Wonderful !!
I just left this morning! Shame we missed each other. I totally agree with you we had an amazing stay. The service is so good. Have you met Kristina, head of guest relations, yet? She is so on the ball and really made our stay. Enjoy!
Originally Posted by ngfan
Just arrived at The Upper House and it blows me away by its clean aesthetics, style and amenities. Could be an Aman by the looks of it. Wonderful !!
I just left this morning! Shame we missed each other. I totally agree with you we had an amazing stay. The service is so good. Have you met Kristina, head of guest relations, yet? She is so on the ball and really made our stay. Enjoy!
The room amenities are really great as is the Big Bar...
Feb 20, 2015, 8:11 am
#699
Join Date: Aug 2007
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OK, you get lots of space for a lot less than you would pay in MO or FS, but no, do not compare this to an Aman. Aman would never convert an ex-Marriott residence into a hotel - well, in the past they wouldn't, but maybe now
Feb 20, 2015, 9:15 am
#701
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I promise you that The Upper House was created from JW Marriott residences. Not a problem for me, as they gutted the building when Upper House took over, but even so, the finish, for me, is below par. Certainly not comparable to an Aman.
Feb 21, 2015, 3:43 pm
#702
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You amaze me - all of you. Spend time and examine the quality of the furnishings and then tell me it could be an Aman. Spend time in the garden (which is lovely) an has a nice little coffee bar there. Then ask where the restrooms are - the 49th floor! Are you seriously impressed with the restaurant? Honestly?
OK, you get lots of space for a lot less than you would pay in MO or FS, but no, do not compare this to an Aman. Aman would never convert an ex-Marriott residence into a hotel - well, in the past they wouldn't, but maybe now
OK, you get lots of space for a lot less than you would pay in MO or FS, but no, do not compare this to an Aman. Aman would never convert an ex-Marriott residence into a hotel - well, in the past they wouldn't, but maybe now
Feb 21, 2015, 6:56 pm
#703
formerly known as deathscar
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That's what the aforementioned garden is for
Feb 21, 2015, 7:30 pm
#704
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I thought that was the case - a friend worked for Swire and a few years ago was given the use of one of the duplex apartments for the fireworks at CNY. He said it was wonderful then - complete with Grand Piano!
Hope you enjoyed the fireworks this year - ngfan. We had a wonderful view from our suite at the IC.
Hope you enjoyed the fireworks this year - ngfan. We had a wonderful view from our suite at the IC.
Feb 21, 2015, 7:50 pm
#705
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Swire still has apartments in the complex.