Frommer's Review
Whereas The Peninsula, across the street, is the grande old dame of Hong Kong's hotels, the InterContinental is like its youthful, contemporary cousin. Taking over an existing property in 2001 and undergoing a slow but steady renovation that has stamped this flagship with its own identity, the InterContinental exudes a relaxed, informal atmosphere despite its stylish digs, with almost half its guests hailing from North America. It also boasts what may well be the best views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island from Tsim Sha Tsui. In fact, you can't get much closer to the water than this: Built in 1980 of polished rose granite and rising 17 stories, the hotel is located right on the water's edge. Its unfussy lobby, with a soaring glass facade and unobstructed views of harbor activity, is one of Hong Kong's best venues for afternoon tea or evening cocktails.
Great views are also trademarks of its guest rooms, 70% of which command sweeping views of the harbor with floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall windows (the remaining -- and less expensive but larger -- rooms face the outdoor swimming pool and landscaped sun terrace). Recently renovated, rooms come with 37-inch LCD TVs, iPod docking stations, air purification systems, and spacious bathrooms (each fitted in Italian marble with a sunken bathtub, separate shower, and adjoining walk-in closets). Rather than the executive-level floors common in most hotels, any guest can use the private lounge by paying HK$700 (US$91/£50) extra per room per night, entitling them to free breakfast, evening cocktails, use of computers hooked to the Internet, and other perks. Other notable hotel features are its high-rated restaurants; a state-of-the-art spa renowned for its jet-lag, anti-cellulite, and Oriental healing treatments; harbor views from outdoor whirlpools and the pool's sun terrace; free tai chi and yoga classes for hotel guests; and wireless broadband that enables guests to access the Internet even from poolside.
Facilities: 5 restaurants (French, Cantonese, contemporary Japanese, steaks, Continental); bar; lounge; outdoor pool; whirlpools overlooking Victoria Harbour; fitness room (open 24 hr.); spa; concierge; limousine service; business center; upscale shopping arcade; 24-hr. room service; massage; babysitting; same-day laundry service/dry cleaning; house doctor.
In room: A/C, satellite TV w/keyboard for Internet access and on-demand pay movies, wireless Internet access, minibar, coffeemaker, hair dryer, safe, bathroom scale, complimentary welcoming tea, fruit, and bottled water.
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