23 Best Family Hotels in Hong Kong From Luxury to Budget

Many best family hotels in Hong Kong lists you’ll read miss a critical detail about room occupancy that families must understand before making reservations. Most Hong Kong hotel policies permit a maximum of three people in a hotel room, regardless of age, with a few exceptions mentioned below.

I’m a travel advisor and hotel expert who lived in a Hong Kong hotel. A big part of my job is to help families find kid-friendly places to stay this fantastic city and to secure them additional perks where I can.

In this post, I have identified where families of four or more can reserve connecting rooms or family suites. I’ve also highlighted several accommodations with fun children’s amenities that you may not have considered and provided general room selection tips.

These hotels are in various price ranges and locations, including near the airport and Hong Kong Disneyland. And, despite recent challenges, Hong Kong is an excellent family vacation destination.

Note from Katie: I mention hotel booking resources I know offer the best prices via membership programs or ones that are popular with readers. Mentioned pricing and amenities are subject to change. If you book through links on this page, I may earn a small commission.

What to Know Before Booking Hong Kong Family Hotels

This is why it’s not as straightforward as making family trip reservations at other hotels worldwide.

Navigating Occupancy Rules

When you make reservations for family-friendly Hong Kong hotels, you’ll need to carefully read the room occupancy requirements.

The usual maximum of three people to a room rule often means that even families of four, who are used to staying in one room, usually have to book two rooms or find a rare family quad room.

This requirement is not set by the hotels themselves but is rather thanks to local regulations and fire codes. Remember, Hong Kong densely populated city with high-rise buildings.

The staff to guest ratio in these hotels is typically higher than in most parts of the world, so I would advise not bending this rule.

If family rooms, suites, or guaranteed connecting rooms are what you need, my advice is to book them as soon as possible because they are high in demand. I’m can help you with this at the hotels where I have benefits.

But, the Room Has Beds for Four People?

Even if rooms have two double or two queen beds that can technically sleep four people, local regulations prohibit more than three people to a room. Even in some larger suites, the maximum is still three people. There are some exceptions that I will outline below.

And, there are some times when a hotel can make exceptions to these rules when it comes to babies, for example. The best thing to do is to ask them directly. If you do receive an exception, have them note it on your reservation.

Families of three can easily stay in any of the hotels on this list in a room with a king bed and rollaway or in a two-bed room. You can put a rollaway bed in rooms with two twin beds, but not in rooms with two double beds or two queen beds.

General Tips for Where to Stay in Hong Kong with Children

When deciding where to stay in Hong Kong with your family, keep in mind that the efficient and clean Hong Kong MTR (subway) makes it possible to stay almost anywhere in Hong Kong near an MTR stop.

The MTR provides easy access to things to do in Hong Kong with kids, including Ocean Park and Hong Kong Disneyland.

On the island, many travelers prefer to stay near the Central or Admiralty MTR (subway) stops. On the peninsula, it’s most convenient to stay near the Tsim Sha Tsui MTR stop as this area is also closest to the harbour and its attractions, including the Star Ferry.

A Note About Making Reservations and Amenities I Can Secure

I have access to value-added VIP amenities at most of the Hong Kong luxury hotels on this list that you do not have access to on your own.

These may include room upgrades, complimentary breakfast for two, spa credits, airport transfers, and other value-added amenities. I have personally been booking my own travel through these VIP programs for years. I’ve indicated which hotels this applies to.

If you are not booking a luxury hotel that has agent-exclusive VIP programs or you do not need connecting rooms (which are best booked through an agent or the hotel directly), Agoda is usually by far the best place to find hotel deals in Asia.

Luxury Hotels

Hong Kong luxury hotels are some of the best in the world. The level of service is unparalleled. These hotels all have a maximum occupancy of three people, in most cases, in rooms and suites. They can usually guarantee connecting rooms.

1. Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong (Top Pick)

Location: Central
MTR: Central

I had the pleasure of living in Four Seasons Place, the serviced apartments adjacent to Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, for four years.

Even if I hadn’t spent so much time in the hotel, it would still be my top pick for families in Hong Kong for many reasons that I outline in my VERY detailed Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong review.

The bottom line is that they have the best outdoor pool area in Hong Kong, kids are given little amenities here and there, the food is excellent (they’ll customize dishes to a child’s liking), and most rooms have spectacular harbour views.

The hotel is adjacent to the IFC mall, where you can buy nearly anything you forgot to pack, from baby food to shoes. The hotel pays attention to who is in residence, so I always know we’re in good hands. It’s simply the best.

Family rooms: Families of four to six can book connecting rooms in the same view category (a king and a two double bed room connect in the Peak-View, Harbour-View, or Premier Harbour-View).

Or, the hotel can connect a suite to a room for even more space. If availability permits, I can have these connecting rooms guaranteed for you.

Good to Know: The hotel has an airport meet-and-greet service as well as complimentary van service to the Airport Express station in the IFC mall on a first come, first serve basis. It’s also easy to walk to the Airport Express through the IFC mall if you don’t have a ton of luggage. The guest relations and concierge teams are excellent.

VIP Amenities: You will want to contact me if you’re interested in this hotel as I belong to a Four Seasons Preferred Partner agency (this is how I book in personally).

How to Secure the Amenities: The button below will take you to a form through which you can submit your dates and room requests.

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2. Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong

Location: Central
MTR: Central Station

We also regularly stay at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong (the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group flagship property). My daughter is a huge fan of the buffet breakfast in the Clipper Lounge and the high tech, comfortable rooms.

There is usually a nice amenity waiting on the bed (which in the past has been a stuffed animal or a craft kit that she loves). Kids menus are in most dining outlets, and the cake shop is dreamy for sweets and to-go pastries. This hotel is a local icon, and they seem to do everything well.

Family rooms: Rooms of the same category can connect by request, but the hotel works hard to make it happen (I can make it happen when booking if they have an available set). Families looking for even more space can book a Harbour View Suite and a Statue Square View room, which are enclosed by an outside connecting door.

Families of four with very young kids may be able to stay in one of their suites. Contact me, and I’ll check what this availability looks like.

Good to Know: The airport meet-and-greet service includes airport transfer in the hotel’s Tesla and a ride from the gate to customs in a cart (helpful for jet-lagged kids). The hotel also has a small indoor pool. Kids age 6 and above are welcome at Mandarin Grill and Man Wah restaurants (all ages are okay at Man Wah during lunch on weekends and public holidays).

VIP Amenities: Mandarin Oriental FAN Club and Virtuoso

• Daily full breakfast, for up to two in room guests
• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Welcome amenity
• $100 USD Equivalent Food & Beverage or Spa Services credit, to be utilized during stay (not combinable, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
• Complimentary Wi-Fi for duration of stay
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability

How to Secure the Amenities: If you are a family of three in need of one room, it’s easiest to book directly through Virtuoso.com to secure these value-added amenities. I’ll be notified and will help coordinate your stay. If you are in need of adjoining rooms or are a family of two adults and two young children, please use my form.

*You may need to be on the desktop version of Virtuoso.com to search rates and book online. To enable the desktop version of a hotel page from a mobile device, scroll down to the navy blue section at the bottom of the web page and click “Full Site.” When searching rates, do not input children ages 17 and under as they will be priced as adults. I’m notified when you book and will add them when I contact you about your reservation.

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3. The Landmark, Mandarin Oriental

Location: Central
MTR: Central

This low-rise luxury hotel on the Queens Road in the heart of Central is an urban-dweller’s dream. The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is a stone’s throw from high-end boutiques, Harvey Nichols, best shopping and Lang Kwai Fong’s nightlife.

It’s also a family-friendly spot because so many dining options are within walking distance and because, well, it’s a Mandarin Oriental.

Family rooms: The L600 Deluxe Double room sleeps families of four between two double beds (note that the beds are nearly side-by-side in the bedroom) and a sofa bed or rollaway bed.

Good to know: This hotel does not have harbour views or connecting rooms. However, it’s in a great location for shopping as it’s adjacent to The Landmark mall which is full of designer shops and food outlets.

VIP Amenities: Mandarin Oriental FAN Club and Virtuoso

• Upgrade at the time of booking, subject to availability (Upgrade not applicable for L600 Executive Room & suites categories)
• Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom in restaurant
• $100 USD Equivalent Resort or Hotel credit, (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full, excludes Sushi Shikon, Kappo Rin, PDT, Bastien Gonzalez treatments and spa merchandise at The Oriental Spa)
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-fi

How to Secure the Amenities: If you are a family of three in need of one room or a family of four booking the L600 Deluxe Double, it’s easiest to book directly through Virtuoso.com to secure the value-added amenities. I’ll be notified and will help coordinate your stay.

*You may need to be on the desktop version of Virtuoso.com to search rates and book online. To enable the desktop version of a hotel page from a mobile device, scroll down to the navy blue section at the bottom of the web page and click “Full Site.” When searching rates, do not input children ages 17 and under as they will be priced as adults. I’m notified when you book and will add them when I contact you about your reservation.

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4. The Peninsula Hong Kong

Location: Kowloon
MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui

The Peninsula, Hong Kong is called the “Grand Dame of the Far East” for a reason. Built in 1920, it’s another iconic property with a wide range of unique guest experiences to choose from via the Peninsula Academy.

This is easily one of the best places to stay to stay in Hong Kong with a family because all ages are well taken care of. The kids’ programming is excellent as it ranges from pastry classes to picnics in green spaces (yes, Hong Kong does have them).

They also have an indoor swimming pool and guest rooms with harbour views that were recently refreshed. It’s a stunning hotel and a top choice for those who prefer the Kowloon/TST area.

Family rooms: The Peninsula has a Deluxe Harbour View two-bedroom suite. Rooms in each view category have connecting options by request — they are not guaranteed to connect under nearly any circumstances.

Good to Know: There is nothing posher than an airport transfer in one of the hotel’s Rolls-Royce Phantoms. Afternoon tea here is also a must-do.

VIP Amenities: Virtuoso and PEN Club

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability (applicable from Deluxe room to Deluxe Courtyard room; from Deluxe Courtyard room to Grand Deluxe room; from Superior Suite to Deluxe Suite; from Deluxe Suite to Superior Harbour View Suite; and from Superior Harbour View Suite to Deluxe Harbour View Suite)
• Daily Full breakfast for two guests per bedroom, in The Verandah restaurant
• $100 USD credit per stay which can be used on Food & Beverage (except Imasa, Peninsula Academy programme or Peninsula Boutique) and Spa treatment (except spa product)
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability

How to Secure the Amenities: If you are a family of three in need of one room, it’s easiest to book directly through Virtuoso.com to secure these value-added amenities. I’ll be notified and will help coordinate your stay.

If you are in need of adjoining rooms, please use my form (connecting rooms are by request and not guaranteed).

*You may need to be on the desktop version of Virtuoso.com to search rates and book online. To enable the desktop version of a hotel page from a mobile device, scroll down to the navy blue section at the bottom of the web page and click “Full Site.” When searching rates, do not input children ages 17 and under as they will be priced as adults. I’m notified when you book and will add them when I contact you about your reservation.

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5. The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Location: Kowloon
MTR: Kowloon Station

The world’s highest hotel is The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, located on floors 102-113 of the ICC Building. Needless to say, the views are spectacular.

OZONE (adults only) is also the highest bar in the world and the indoor swimming pool boasts vast island views. Rooms are decorated in an East-meets-West style.

This family-friendly luxury hotel offers a Ritz Kids program that includes in-room tents and other fun amenities to top it off. You can read more in our The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong review.

Family Rooms: Room occupancy is three people per room but rooms of the same category can connect or you may connect a Deluxe Victoria Harbour Suite to a Deluxe Victoria Harbour Room for more space.

Good to Know: Because the hotel is so high up, on rare occasions, if it’s foggy in Hong Kong your view of the harbour will be blocked by cloud cover (rare, but I always like to tell people this). This is definitely not a hotel for people with vertigo.

Always book a Club Level room at a Ritz-Carlton property in Asia to enjoy the glorious five food presentations per day and evening hosted cocktails. This is such an added convenience, especially when traveling with kids, because you never know when they’ll get hungry!

VIP Amenities: Virtuoso and Ritz-Carton STARS.

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Complimentary buffet breakfast daily for up to two in-room guests
• $100 USD equivalent Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on any form of room rates, no cash value if not redeemed full, not valid on any 3rd party payment, not valid on outside contractor service and not valid on any retail items)
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

How to Secure the Amenities: Please use the form below as online booking through Virtuoso is not available for this hotel.

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The hotels located in the Admiralty district on Hong Kong Island that I mention below are Upper House, Island Shangri-La, and JW Marriott Hong Kong. They are located next to each other in Pacific Place, a large and convenient complex of offices, an MTR station, and a shopping mall in Admiralty, either one MTR stop or about a 10-minute walk from adjacent Central. It is also adjacent to Hong Kong Park, which has turtles, ducks, a playground, and more.

6. The Upper House

Location: Admiralty
MTR: Admiralty

The Upper House is a popular Hong Kong luxury hotel known for its elegant residential calm, which was the intent of architect Andre Fu’s design.

They have some of the largest rooms in Hong Kong; a fleet of house cars (rare in Hong Kong (eco-friendly BMW X3s); complimentary in-room Maxi Bars with soft drinks, tea, coffee, and snacks; a contemporary Asian art collection, loaner bikes; and attentive service.

The 117 guest rooms boast peak, harbour, and island views that are accentuated by corner windows. This is for families who prefer intimate, sleek, luxury boutique hotels.

Family Rooms: The Upper House does not have connecting rooms. Families of four traveling with a baby can stay in Studio 80 (850 square feet, rates start at HKD 6100/night). This room has a sofa bed and they can also put in a crib.

Families of five can stay in the Upper Suite (1230 square feet, rates start at HKD 18,000/night) or two-bedroom Penthouse Suites (1960 square feet, rates start at HKD 45,000/night).

Good to Know: Room layouts are on the website, but vary a little bit from room-to-room in real life. We lived in this building for about a year (before it was The Upper House) so I know a lot about this area. The bathrooms are enormous.

VIP Amenities: Virtuoso

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Continental Breakfast for up to two in-room guests, in restaurant
• $100 USD Equivalent Resort/Hotel credit, to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

How to Secure the Amenities: If you are a family of three in need of one room, it’s easiest to book directly through Virtuoso.com to secure these value-added amenities. I’ll be notified and will help coordinate your stay.

*You may need to be on the desktop version of Virtuoso.com to search rates and book online. To enable the desktop version of a hotel page from a mobile device, scroll down to the navy blue section at the bottom of the web page and click “Full Site.” When searching rates, do not input children ages 17 and under as they will be priced as adults. I’m notified when you book and will add them when I contact you about your reservation.

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7. JW Marriott Hong Kong

Location: Admiralty
MTR: Admiralty

The JW Marriott Hong Kong is also located in the Pacific Place complex. They have a very nice outdoor pool area with an adjacent, casual fish restaurant that we really like as one of the several dining options.

The MTR station is basically right below the hotel and Hong Kong Park is a few minutes’ walk away, where kids can enjoy the turtles and play a little.

This is one of the best hotels in Hong Kong for families as it has seasonal activities for kids such as cookie decorating, kids yoga and more. It’s a good option for Marriott Bonvoy members and those who are comfortable with the JW Marriott brand.

Family rooms: JW Marriott Hong Kong allows families of four to stay in two double bed rooms and some king suites. They also offer a variety of connecting rooms, some with harbour views.

Good to Know: When the hankering strikes for a good salad bar (not common in Hong Kong) the weekday lunch buffet here is excellent. I lived in the apartments (now The Upper House hotel) that are adjacent to this hotel so had full access to its facilities — I know them well. Rooms have recently been renovated and it prices well.

I can book you in as a VIP Marriott Luminous guests at no extra cost to you which would add amenities such as complimentary breakfast for two, complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability), and more. Or you can book on Marriott.com.

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8. Island Shangri-La

Location: Admiralty
MTR: Admiralty

Island Shangri-La is a good choice for families who would like to feel a sense of place on their Hong Kong vacation. It’s the Hong Kong family hotel that I book second most because of reasonable pricing, location, and guaranteed connecting rooms.

Rooms are a nice blend of East and West with 24-hour butler service and amenities one might expect at a luxury hotel. Newly-renovated Horizon Club guest rooms provide access to the Horizon Club lounge with a complimentary meal and drink services throughout the day and a few other amenities that can be worthwhile for families.

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts are one of our go-to hotel groups when traveling in Asia because the service and amenities are excellent. They also have a nice outdoor pool and multiple dining outlets. I book a lot of families into this hotel who have enjoyed their stays.

Family rooms: Families of four to six can fit into connecting rooms (guaranteed) or a room connecting to a suite.

In certain circumstances, as noted on their website, if a family of four is traveling and two of the children are young, they will do their best to fit the family into one room. You must contact them for availability before booking (I will do this on your behalf). This most commonly happens in one of their suites in existing bedding (four people between a king bed and one rollaway — so a tight fit).

Good to Know: Room upgrades for Luxury Circle guests (Shangri-La’s VIP program) and Virtuoso guests are processed at the time of booking. I love this.

They also have an outdoor pool with a lounge. Harbour views can be seen on a side-angle, which means that they are viewable if looking left or right when at the room’s window.

VIP Amenities: Shangri-La Luxury Circle or Virtuoso (pick one). Basically, if you would like the one-way airport transportation, choose Virtuoso. If you’d like in-room dining as an additional breakfast option, choose Luxury Circle.

Virtuoso amenities:

• Upgrade from Peak View Room to Harbour View Room of the same category at time of booking (excluding Suites and subject to availability)
• Daily breakfast for two guests per bedroom at Restaurant Petrus, cafe TOO
• Complimentary one-way private airport transfer to/from Hong Kong International Airport or Kai Tak Cruise Terminal OR $100 Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay ( no cash value if not redeemed in full)
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• For Suite Bookings: Complimentary round trip private transport for Hong Kong International Airport or Kai Tak Cruise Terminal OR $200 Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay and a Chinese silk scarf (no cash value if not redeemed in full)

Luxury Circle amenities:

• Inclusive of daily breakfast for two at cafe TOO or Private Dining
• Room upgrade on selected room categories at the time of booking subject to availability (Peak View to Harbour View)
• Early check-in or late check-out subject to availability
• Hotel Credit per stay at USD100 or equivalent to 10% of average daily room rate whichever is higher applies to incidental spend but not room or applicable to banquet charges or outlets by the concessionaire
• VIP welcome amenities
• Dedicated concierge to handle requests
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

How to Secure the Amenities: In this case, you’ll need to pick which amenities you prefer. You can book Virtuoso online. Or, you can request a Luxury Circle Rate through my form, which you should use if you need connecting rooms.

*You may need to be on the desktop version of Virtuoso.com to search rates and book online. To enable the desktop version of a hotel page from a mobile device, scroll down to the navy blue section at the bottom of the web page and click “Full Site.” When searching rates, do not input children ages 17 and under as they will be priced as adults. I’m notified when you book and will add them when I contact you about your reservation.

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9. The St. Regis Hong Kong

Location: Wan Chai
MRT: Wan Chai

St. Regis Hong Kong is a new luxury hotel in Wan Chai on the island, a neighborhood in between Admiralty and Causeway Bay.

It’s a good location for those attending events at the Convention Centre or racecourse. The neighborhood is gentrifying and busy (there can be traffic), but you can find some famous places to eat nearby like Kam’s Roast Goose and Under Bridge Spicy Crab, and walk to the shops at Causeway Bay.

Interiors are by the prestigious designer Andre Fu, so rest assured it’s a gorgeous five-star property.

Family rooms: Deluxe and Grand Deluxe Rooms have two queen beds in them that the hotel will allow families of four to book in addition to some one-bedroom suites.

Good to know: Plan on using the MTR quite a bit. Getting to Wan Chai by taxi during rush hour is difficult. The Ding Ding trolley runs between Kennedy Town and (with stops at Causeway Bay, Central, and many other places in between) Shau Kei Wan.

VIP Amenities: Marriott Luminous or Virtuoso

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Complimentary Buffet Breakfast for two guests per bedroom
• $100 USD equivalent Resort/Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

How to Secure the Amenities: Please use my Hong Kong family hotels form and I’ll provide you with the best rates for your dates.

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10. Kowloon Shangri-La

Location: Kowloon
MTR: East Tsim Sha Tsui

I’m finding that Kowloon Shangri-La is a very popular option for families who are used to five-star luxury but don’t quite have the budget for connecting rooms or suites at the other luxury hotels on this list. This hotel is also on my list of moderately-priced luxury hotels in Hong Kong.

Shangri-La hotels can be flexible when it comes to families of four in the same room when they have availability to do. The other reason is because this family hotel prices very well for a good location near the harbour and an MTR station.

Family rooms: A king room and twin room of the same category can connect. Families of four with two adults and two young children may be able to fit into an Executive Suite or other accommodations in existing bedding (in other words, three people in the king bed and one on a rollaway).

Good to Know: Room upgrades for Luxury Circle guests (Shangri-La’s VIP program, that I can book guests in with) are processed at the time of booking. They also have a Horizon Club level. Some guests report the decor being a bit tired but feel the hotel is good value for what you receive.

VIP Amenities: Shangri-La Luxury Circle

• Inclusive of daily breakfast for two at Cafe Kool or Private Dining
• Room upgrade to the next room type within the same category at time of booking subject to availability excluding suites. (Rooms on regular floor cannot be upgraded to Horizon)
• Early check-in or Late check-out subject to availability
• Hotel Credit per stay at USD100 or equivalent to 10% of average daily room rate whichever is higher applies to incidental spend but not room or applicable to banquet charges or outlets by concessionaire
• VIP welcome amenities
• Dedicated concierge to handle requests
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access

How to Secure the Amenities: Please click the button below to submit your dates and details.

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11. Cordis Hong Kong

Location: Mongkok
MTR: Mongkok

Located in a commercial skyscraper and shopping center called Langham Place, Cordis Hong Kong (a Langham Hotel) is the only five-star hotel in Mongkok.

It’s home to more than 1,500 pieces of contemporary Chinese art, four restaurants including two with Michelin stars, a club level lounge, and an award-winning Chuan Spa.

Its 665 rooms, some with spectacular views, are spread out over 42 floors. The hotel has a mascot, Cody the red panda, and a kids VIP program where they receive a personalized backpack consisting of different Cody themed goodies, including a luggage tag, activity book, postcards, and many more interesting and educational items.

Family rooms: There are three types of family rooms at Cordis Hong Kong.

• Family trio: Three twin beds or one king bed and one twin bed
• Family quad: Two king beds or a king bed and two twin beds
• Family two-bedroom (pictured above): Two spacious rooms connecting two each other than can either be four twin beds or a king bed and two twin beds.

Good to Know: While Mongkok might seem further away from tourist activities, many of Hong Kong’s famous markets are here (Jade Market, Ladies Market) in addition to other good shopping. While it is a 42-story building, you will not see the harbour due the inland location, but the rooms will have city views.

VIP Amenities: COUTURE by Langham

• HKD150/night (up to HKD450/stay) hotel credit applicable to food and beverage.
• Daily breakfast for two
• Complimentary in-room Wi-Fi
• Next tier room upgrade upon arrival subject to availability
• Early check-in and late check-out subject to availability
• Welcome note from the hotel
• VIP welcome amenity

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12. Hotel Icon Hong Kong

Location: Kowloon
MTR: Hung Hom/Tsim Sha Tsui

Hotel Icon Hong Kong is a boutique property that is the teaching and research hotel built for the School of Hotel and Tourism Management by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

The university owns it, but it is incredibly highly praised for customer service. It’s a gorgeous, eco-friendly hotel with living green walls and even a suite designed by Vivienne Tam. Rooms have amenities such as a complimentary (and replenished) mini bar, complimentary smartphone, and Nespresso machines.

Family rooms: Families of four to six can stay in connecting Icon 36 City rooms or connecting Icon 36 Harbour rooms. Connecting rooms are by request only and are not guaranteed.

Good to Know: Because it is a design-conscious hotel, it’s popular with Instagrammers. The hotel is about an 8-minute walk to the Hung Hom MTR station but they do run a complimentary electric shuttle to the Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station (which would otherwise be about a 20-minute walk) as well as The Sun Arcade.

While it is a little “off to the side” in the TST area, it is just a few minutes’ walk from the Hong Kong Science Museum and the Hong Kong History Museum. The upshot is that this hotel can be a more wallet-friendly way to have a harbour view.

Booking Instructions: Hotel Icon’s website typically has the best promotions because they also have a loyalty program that is free to join.

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Mid-Range Family Hotels in Hong Kong

You’ll find excellent family-friendly accommodations at these places in Kowloon or on Hong Kong Island.

13. Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel

Location: Ocean Park
MTR: Ocean Park

This Hong Kong family hotel is literally just a few steps from the entrance to Ocean Park Hong Kong, the a sea-themed amusement park that we love.

This hotel has some neat animal-themed rooms named for some of the Ocean Park residents like Bao Bao the panda and Whisker’s the Ocean Park sea lion mascot. Here, families of four can stay in two double bed rooms and in some suites.

Good to Know: Other than Ocean Park, there isn’t much to do within walking distance. However, the South Island MTR station is also just a few steps away from the hotel, so you can reach Admiralty MTR station in one stop. Admiralty is the gateway to Hong Kong Park, The Peak Tram, and more dining, and there you can connect to the Tsuen Wan line to go to Kowloon.

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14. Holiday Inn Golden Mile (Top Pick)

Location: Kowloon
MTR: Tsim Tsa Tsui

Holiday Inn Golden Mile is one of my favorite choices as it is excellent value for money and very well located in the heart of Kowloon on Nathan Road.

It’s adjacent to the Tsim Tsa Tsui MTR station and about a 5-minute walk to the Star Ferry. Kids 12 and under eat for free. The club level rooms look to be the nicest. I am a fan of club level rooms when traveling in Asia with kids as you never know when they’ll get hungry or thirsty.

This is a VERY good option for families who would like to be in the heart of Kowloon’s attractions closer to the harbour.

Family rooms: Families of four can stay in any double room. They also have larger double rooms that have a double bed and a king bed. Connecting rooms for larger families are also available. Kids ages 12 and under stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. 

Good to know: Holiday Inn is a member of InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG). It is often better to book this hotel through IHG directly as they give their IHG rewards members a slight discount off of the best available rate. It can price like a budget hotel, depending on dates.

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15. Park Hotel Hong Kong

Location: Kowloon
MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui

The Park Hotel Hong Kong is in a popular area and is a good choice for families that want large hotel amenities at a good value, but without a ton of frills. It has a concierge service and provides guests with baby items by request including bottle warmers, bed guards and baby bath tubs.

Family Rooms: Park Hotel Hong Kong offers connecting rooms and two different quad rooms:

• The Deluxe Plus Family Room (pictured above) has two double beds with kid-friendly bedding and can sleep four.
• The Premier Family Room also sleeps four, has two double Queens as well as more understated bedding.
• The Family Triple has a double bed and a twin bed a little off to the side in the same room.

Good to Know: They provide a shuttle to and from the Airport Express. There is no pool. This is a hotel for when you need a quad room with some kid-friendly amenities.

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16. Royal Plaza Hotel

Location: Mongkok
MTR: Mongkok East

The Royal Plaza Hotel is known for being a great four-star option (it is advertised in places as five-star but it is not) in Mongkok as it does have a wide range of amenities and comfortable rooms, including club level rooms.

Club floor rooms include complimentary breakfast, evening cocktails, afternoon tea, pressing of two garments per stay, express check-in and check-out and more amenities. They have a pool deck with a sizable main pool and a kids’ pool.

Family Rooms: The good news is that families of four can stay in any of their double queen rooms, making booking in on a whim easy to do. They also offer adjoining rooms for larger families and a family room with a king bed and two twin beds.

Good to Know: This Hong Kong hotel offers shuttle service to the airport and within TST area. The hotel is located directly above the MTR station.

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17. Dorsett Wan Chai

Location: Wan Chai
MTR: Causeway Bay

Dorsett Wan Chai prides itself on being one of the best family-friendly hotels in Hong Kong. It’s newly-renovated and located in between Wan Chai and Causeway Bay, overlooking the racetrack. The hotel was formerly known as The Cosmopolitan Hong Kong.

Family rooms: Dorsett Wan Chai offers a Family Quad Room (that sleeps up to five), a Family Triple Room, an Ocean Park Family Suite, a Sony Suite, and connecting rooms. Each Family Quad Room or Suite features age-appropriate toys, a Wii console, and kids amenities.

Good to Know: The Causeway Bay MTR station is an 8-minute walk away though they offer a free shuttle bus network that takes you to 15 different must-see destinations in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, Central, Admiralty, Quarry Bay and Tai Koo.

Take a good look at its location to see if it is right for you. Guests enjoy free use of a smartphone with unlimited 4G internet and IDD calls to 8 countries and premium Wi-Fi (up to 200 mbps & 6 devices at a time).

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18. Ovolo Southside

Location: Wong Chuk Hang
MTR: Wong Chuck Hang

The south side of Hong Kong Island is up-and-coming partially thanks to the newish South Island MTR line. Ovolo has multiple properties in Hong Kong but this one, likely due to its location near Ocean Park, has a family quad room.

It’s a member of Design Hotels, a Marriott brand, which means it’s a good choice for Marriott Bonvoy members.

Family Rooms: Families of four can choose the family room with two queen beds. Larger families will need two rooms but the rates are such that this might just be doable. An extra fee for cribs and rollaway beds applies.

Good to Know: It’s a converted warehouse with super-chic design and great pricing.

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Serviced Apartments

You can think of serviced apartments as alternatives to the traditional family-friendly hotels in Hong Kong. They typically offer larger living areas and full kitchens with the bonus of regular housekeeping, a concierge, and hotel-like services.

19. Shama

Location: All over Hong Kong

Many serviced apartments in Hong Kong require a month or longer of a stay. However, some are available for rent by the day or week, like Shama.

Shama has multiple properties across Hong Kong, but the Central, Tsim Tsa Tsui, and Fortress Hill properties have two-bedroom serviced apartments that sleep up to five people. (Most tourists tend to stay in Central and Tsim Sha Tsui.)

They’re owned by Onyx Hospitality so you can check rates and offers for the various Shama properties.

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Hong Kong Disneyland Hotels

If you’re visiting Hong Kong with kids, I recommend making time for a visit to Hong Kong Disneyland. Located in Penny’s Bay on Lantau Island, it’s the largest theme park in Hong Kong and it offers all kinds of magical experiences, from character meet and greets to live performances.

For easy access to all the rides and attractions, I suggest staying in one of the conveniently located Hong Kong Disneyland hotels. 

These are some of the best family-friendly hotels in Hong Kong. All can sleep four in a double room and there are also connecting room choices available.

A shuttle runs between the hotels, the park, and its MTR station. What’s more, the park is roughly 10 miles away from the airport, so these hotels are in a convenient location when it comes to flying in and out. 

One of the major benefits of staying at one of these hotels is that they provide a separate park entrance (at the main park entrance), at least one Priority Admission Ticket (the number depends on category of room booked. They work like Fast Passes in other Disney parks), and in-hotel character experiences.

See also: The BEST Guide to Hong Kong Disneyland

20. Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel

This is the luxury hotel option and modeled after the Grand Floridian in Florida. Inside the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel is where character dining, the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Disney Dim Sum and other fun activities happen. It can price as high as superior luxury hotels in Central or TST, however.

21. Disney Explorers Lodge

Disney Explorers Lodge is the newest, mid-priced hotel that has an explorer theme. Rooms are furnished according to the four unique tropical climates of Asia, Oceania, South America and Africa. We really enjoyed our recent stay and I like it best of all three Hong Kong Disneyland hotels.

22. Disney’s Hollywood Hotel

Disney’s Hollywood Hotel has an Art Deco theme, and while it’s the lowest-priced of the three, we enjoyed our recent stay. You can read my Disney’s Hollywood Hotel review. It has a piano-shaped pool, plenty of grassy space to run around, character dining, an onsite Disney store, and more. The food is pretty good, too.

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Hotels Near Hong Kong Airport

23. Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott

Location: Lantau Island
MTR: Tung Chung (you will need to take a shuttle to the MTR station)

Some families prefer to stay close to the airport, especially if they’re on a layover. The Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott is a convenient option, as it’s less than a mile away from the Hong Kong International Airport. The Marriott is a large hotel at 658 newly-renovated rooms, some which have sea views. It also has a spa and heated indoor swimming pool.

Family Rooms: It’s one of the few hotels that will allow two adults and two children to stay in a double room.

Good to Know: The hotel has a complimentary shuttle between the airport, Tung Chung MTR station, and Hong Kong Disneyland. Tung Chung station is also where you could catch the Ngong Ping cable car to the Big Buddha.

See also: 9 Hong Kong Hotels with Luxury for a Bit Less

Do you have a favorite Hong Kong family hotel? I would love to hear your feedback.