Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees

I booked this hotel because I was going to a concert nearby, but it turns out there's still quite a walk to the venue, and part of it is a bit of a small lane. The hotel is also a ten-minute walk from the nearest subway station, which isn't very convenient. The hotel facilities are incredibly bad. It's clearly a converted residential building. There isn't even an outlet by the bed, the room is dim, and directly opposite is a factory. The facilities are very old and outdated, and there's a huge barrier.

The room was spacious with a large desk, which was convenient for work. The mattress was comfortable, and the duvet and pillows were just right in terms of softness and firmness. It was quiet and clean. Public transport, specifically buses, would be more convenient as it's not close to a subway station.

The location is great, close to Sung Wong Toi MTR station and Kai Tak Sports Park. The room was clean and comfortable, offering good value for money. I'll definitely stay here again next time.

The hotel's location near Kowloon Walled City was initially a bit of a concern, even for a business trip where I wouldn't have time to explore. However, after exiting the subway and walking a few hundred meters to the hotel, I was pleasantly surprised. The room was spacious, the bedding was very comfortable, and there was even a shuttle bus to West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station. It turned out to be the best alternative to staying at a hotel closer to West Kowloon that I had originally planned. Pictures 1 and 2 show the exterior view from a high-floor smoking room, and Picture 3 is the drop-off point for the free shuttle bus at West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station.

The room was tiny! The beds were short and narrow! I booked a twin suite for my son's exam in Hong Kong, but the bedroom felt like a closet with two tiny beds. Our feet were hanging off the ends, and we were afraid to even turn over. It was a really terrible experience.

This hotel was super convenient for attending concerts at Kai Tak! They even had a shuttle bus service, which was a nice touch, and the MTR station wasn't too far either. The place was clean, and the soundproofing was good. I used the self check-in machine at the front desk, and the staff were really helpful and proactive. There's a snack bar right in front of the hotel with some pretty tasty noodles. I'd definitely consider staying here again next time I'm in the area.