Great Sleeps: Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong + Things to Do: Art Basel, Hong Kong

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong  Famous for its pool, restaurants, Roman baths, luxurious lobby, and shopping arcade, this is the luxe chain’s flagship hotel.  The spacious rooms and suites offer magnificent views of Victoria Harbor and the city skyline, and a Shanghainese-inspired holistic oriental spa and state-of-the-art fitness facilities and a pool are available.  Restaurants and bars are popular with locals, three have Michelin stars--this is the only hotel in the world with that honor--and all are distinct in character.  Dim sum and high tea are a must.  Indeed, it has been called the “best hotel in the world.”



This month (May 23-26), it is the “Official Hotel” for Art Basel’s inaugural show in Hong Kong.  The hotel is offering guests many special art treats, including an art-inspired menu in the Michelin-starred Mandarin Grill + Bar to art-inspired chocolates and cocktails.



Though I have never had the pleasure of staying at this highly-rated hotel, I plan to stop in for a tour, perhaps even a stay, next time I am in town.  You might want to add it to your bucket list as well.



Hong Kong at dusk.



Travel articles to inspire and help you plan some spectacular local and foreign getaways.  



image courtesy of hotel