Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Central, Hong Kong · Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong review: 447 rooms in Central, Hong Kong, 1 Michelin Key. Our score: 7.7/10, from published facts.
- Our score
- 7.7 /10
- Rooms
- 447
- Entry room
- 35 m²
- Michelin Keys
- 1
Our verdict
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
7.7 out of 10
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong scores 7.7/10 in our ranking of Hong Kong, carried by its pool and spa. Its weakest criterion: its entry rooms are smaller than at the leaders.
- Distinctions
- 8.2 / 10
- Rooms
- 5.3 / 10
- Restaurants
- 8.3 / 10
- Pool and spa
- 9.0 / 10
Strengths
- +Opened in 1963; the group's original flagship
- +US$100m+ phased renovation 2025-2026 by Hubert de Malherbe, Jeffrey Wilkes and Thierry Lemaire, adding 11 apartments
- +Terrace Boulud, Daniel Boulud's first Hong Kong concept, on the roof of Landmark Prince's, linked by an enclosed walkway
- +Ten restaurants and bars including Michelin-starred Man Wah
Limits
- –Rooms closed for a summer recess 1 June-30 September 2026; renovation works continue until Q4 2026
- –Entry City View Room from 35 sqm
- –Pets not allowed
| Neighbourhood | Central |
|---|---|
| Address | 5 Connaught Road Central, Central, Hong Kong |
| Run by | Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group |
| Opened | 1963 |
| Last renovated | 2026 |
| Rooms | 447 |
| Suites | 60 |
| Entry room | 35 m² |
| Largest suite | 357 m² |
| Architect / designer | John Howarth (Leigh & Orange) / 2025-2026 renovation: Hubert de Malherbe (public spaces), Jeffrey Wilkes / DesignWilkes (rooms, suites, apartments), Thierry Lemaire (signature suites) |
| Building | 25-floor tower, 91 m tall |
| Views | city, Victoria Harbour, Statue Square |
| Restaurants | Man Wah (1 Michelin star), Mandarin Grill + Bar, The Krug Room, The Chinnery, Clipper Lounge, Café Causette, Terrace Boulud by Mandarin Oriental |
| Bars | Captain's Bar (classic after-work bar), The Aubrey (25th-floor izakaya bar) |
| Spa | The Mandarin Spa, 10 treatment rooms |
| Pool | Indoor |
| Michelin Keys | 1 Key (2026 selection) |
| Forbes Travel Guide | Five-Star (2026) |
| World’s 50 Best Hotels | No. 59 (2026) |
| Airport (straight line) | HKG 25 km |
| Metro | Central MTR station (walking time not published) |
| Check-in / check-out | from 15:00 / until 12:00 |
| Former name | The Mandarin |
Frequently asked questions
How many rooms does Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong have?
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong has 447 rooms, including 60 suites. The entry category measures 35 m².
Does Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong have a pool and a spa?
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong has an indoor pool and a spa (The Mandarin Spa), according to the hotel.
How many Michelin Keys does Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong have?
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong holds 1 Michelin Key in the 2026 selection of the Michelin Guide.
How far is Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong from the airport?
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is about 25 km from HKG airport.
Who runs Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong?
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is run by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. It was previously called The Mandarin.
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Sources
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- en.wikipedia.org: Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong (opens in a new tab)
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