Location is everything, and for some this will be ideal, especially anyone seeking a Hong Kong visit that revolves around its famous markets. The bustling Temple Street night market, famous for its shops as well as nightly Chinese opera performances, is a two-minute walk away, and the Jade and Ladies markets are also nearby. However, although the Jordan MTR station is only a five-minute walk away, this large modern hotel is relatively far from Hong Kong Harbor and Tsim Sha Tsui.
The imposing, glass-accented tower stands at the crossroads of two busy Kowloon thoroughfares. Roomy, bubble-shaped elevators whisk guests to the fourth-floor lobby, a constant hive of activity as business travelers, groups and families clamor for attention from the hard-working staff. Those seeking escape can wander out into the garden terrace. A lively bar with nightly live entertainment is strategically located off the mirror- and window-clad lobby.
Another set of elevators delivers guests to rooms spread over 21 floors. Cream and white striped walls and neutral drapes are a dramatic contrast to the red fabric headboards
and chairs that are part of the recent and chic renovations. Beds made with crisp Egyptian cotton sheets and duvets feel very comfortable and offer bedside electronic panels controlling lighting, radios and alarm clocks. Hypoallergenic bedding is also available upon request. All rooms offer high-speed Internet access (for a surcharge), well-stocked minibars, and flat-panel TVs with 25 satellite channels plus pay movies. Additional room amenities include safes, coffee- and teamakers, and two telephones with voice mail. Given the neon signage of this busy neighborhood, the blackout drapes are a particularly notable bonus in all the guest rooms. Two floors are designated smoke-free, and three rooms are wheelchair accessible. Baths are compact but spotlessly clean with white and gray tiles. The shower-bath combination is of an adequate size, and the amenities are generous, as are the fluffy towels. Other bath features include hair dryers, scales and an additional telephone.
Guests can upgrade to the E club rooms, which include complimentary breakfast, all-day tea and coffee, and evening cocktails, plus private check-in and checkout. This package also includes complimentary airport shuttle service, which runs the 30-minute route 
regularly to Hong Kong International Airport.
The hotel's two dining outlets offer extensive buffets plus a la carte options throughout the day, and room service suffices around the clock but can be slow during peak hours. Yat Tung Heen, the Cantonese eatery, specializes in seafood, and its dim sum lunches are a local favorite despite somewhat dreary dark brown furnishings. Seven cheerful rooms are available for private events. The Aroma Coffee Exchange delivers international buffet spreads from breakfast to dinner plus alfresco dining at the garden terrace. Wireless Internet access is complimentary here, but a prepaid wireless card is required for access in all other public areas.
At only 270 sq ft, the business center is small for such a large property but well stocked with two computers, high-speed Internet access, a fax machine and photocopier. Secretarial and translation services are available. Laptop and mobile phone rentals are easily arranged. Comparatively larger is the fitness center, where complimentary personal training sessions are available. A rooftop pool lined with balusters 
and overhanging flowering plants is heated in cold weather, making it a popular exercise spot in the mornings and for families throughout the day. Reflexology foot massages can be arranged poolside. An adjacent glass-domed room is popular with locals who host banquets and private functions that spill outdoors in good weather. Additionally, the hotel has three sedate ballrooms for 250-550 people, two function rooms for 25-250 people, and the lobby-level garden that can also be used for outdoor functions.
Pets are not allowed. Valet parking is available at a relatively costly $36 per day. Large groups on discount rates will appreciate the tourist options adjacent to the hotel, and some business travelers may have meetings that put them in this neighborhood, but otherwise, Kowloon-bound travelers may prefer the convenience of the Shangri-La, Sheraton or even the Marco Polo properties. Those seeking less expensive rooms in the neighborhood should head to the Holiday Inn Golden Mile. Still, the friendly service, good food, pool and comfortable accommodations here will not disappoint.
