BP International House -- This inexpensive hotel offers "Family Rooms" with bunk beds that sleep four for HK$1,340 (US$174/£96). Parents will appreciate the convenience of a laundry room. But best of all is the adjacent Kowloon Park, with its indoor and outdoor public swimming pools, children's playground, lake with flamingos and other birds, and plenty of romping space for active bodies.
Grand Hyatt/Renaissance Harbour View -- These two hotels share one of Hong Kong's largest outdoor swimming pools, as well as a splash pool for smaller children and a playground. Both hotels also offer babysitting.
The Ritz-Carlton -- For toddlers used to only the best, this first-class hotel ensures their safety by installing precautionary devices upon check-in, including electrical-outlet plugs, water temperature controls and tub spout covers, locking lids for waste baskets, night lights, and more. And just in case, parents receive a first-aid kit with Band-Aids, diaper rash ointment, and other items.
The Salisbury YMCA -- The overwhelming choice for families in terms of price, facilities, and location (just a short walk to both the Star Ferry and the MTR), this Salisbury Road establishment offers large suites suitable for families, an inexpensive cafeteria serving buffet meals, two indoor swimming pools (including a children's pool), an indoor climbing wall, and a bookstore with a children's corner where tots can try out games and books before parents fork over the cash. Babysitting is also available.
