Elite Traveler May-June 2015

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LanghamPlace THE PENTHOUSE MONGKOK

Shangri-La PRESIDENTIAL SUITE 1915 KOWLOON

A little removed from the city center, the stylish Langham Place is located at the heart of Hong Kong’s busiest shopping precinct, and its lofty one-bedroom penthouse has spectacular views over Kowloon from the 40th floor, as well as a dome-ceilinged living room. With contemporary and playful but undeniably luxurious interiors by CYS Associates, this regal retreat features a Big Dream pillow menu, cutting-edge technological perks, including an iHome entertainment system and IP telephone system, a cavernous bathroom and access to one of Hong Kong’s top Chinese restaurants, the Michelin-starred Ming Court. Special amenities Have one of the bartenders from the hotel’s chic new Alibi cocktail lounge create that perfect martini, or shake up a storm yourself behind the suite’s own fully stocked wet bar. Size 1,700 sq ft Number of rooms Six, plus two bathrooms Who’s slept here? Chinese megastar pianist Lang Lang Nightly rate From $2,295 Contact Shaun Campbell, general manager, +852 3552 3388, shaun.campbell@langhamhotels.com hongkong.langhamplacehotels.com

An ideal spot for private meetings, not least due to the sheer amount of space on offer and its central location, this suite feels contemporary but with distinctive Asian influences and objets d’art. A tech-packed study and media room is perfect for business; the full kitchen and oval-shaped mahogany dining table, complemented by 24-hour butler service, are ideal for intimate entertaining. Special amenities Guests have full access to the hotel’s Horizon Club Lounge, benefits of which include daily breakfast, evening cocktails and use of the conference room. Size 2,422 sq ft Number of rooms Five, plus two bathrooms Who’s slept here? A well-guarded list of A-list VIPs including fashion icons such as Jimmy Choo Nightly rate from $3,100 Contact Ulf Bremer, general manager,

+852 2721 2111, ulf.bremer@shangri-la.com shangri-la.com/hongkong/kowloonshangrila