While we love jet-setting around the globe to explore the best wellness retreats there are on the market, it’s not always possible to take a week’s holiday or a long-haul flight. Between work and family commitments, we’re sometimes lucky to have a night or two to ourselves. Luckily, Hong Kong’s wellness market is thriving. Particularly in the luxury hospitality sector, making a staycation in the city the perfect way to retreat at home. So, here are our favourite spa hotels in Hong Kong for an urban retreat. And it’s right on your doorstep.
This article was originally published by Rebecca Cairns on February 18, 2020, and was last updated on June 19, 2022.
Four Seasons Hong Kong
Offering Michelin-rated dining and a Zen-inspired spa, this urban retreat is home to one of Hong Kong’s best spas. So, it’s no surprise that it offers a comprehensive selection of holistic therapies. With an infinity pool overlooking the harbour, wellness “Masters” programme and gym with personal training services, wellness travellers are also catered to at the in-house restaurants with nutritionist-approved ‘Well Feeling’ menu options. Thus, it makes the perfect option for healthy holiday hunters.
See our review of the Four Seasons’ Art of Mindfulness retreat in Hong Kong
Mandarin Oriental
One of the world’s most famous hotels and the brand’s first and flagship property, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is a five-star urban retreat in the heart of the city. The in-house spa, The Mandarin Spa, offers a tranquil urban haven with luxurious treatments. The menu is inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern techniques from around the world. Thus, you can experience the best of old meets new.
See our staycation review of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental
It’s a boutique five-star retreat in the heart of Hong Kong renowned for its contemporary design. This retreat is a favourite among business travellers. The award-winning Oriental Spa features an authentic traditional Hammam, Moroccan Rasul, Roman Laconium, relaxation lounges, experience showers, vitality pools, ice fountains, amethyst crystal steam rooms, saunas, and zen relaxation rooms. Moreover, the retreat also offers yoga and Pilates classes as well as personal training services.
See our staycation review of Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
Asaya at Rosewood Hong Kong
With an integrated and holistic perspective on wellness, Asaya follows five pillars of well-being. These include emotional balance, physical therapy, skin health, fitness and nutrition, and global community. So, it informs its bespoke programming. The resident experts and visiting practitioners combine the best traditional and alternative therapies to achieve deep, positive change. Thus, it incorporates a deep sense of holistic healing.
See our review of Asaya at Rosewood Hong Kong
The Murray Hong Kong
The Murray by the Niccolo Group is a zen oasis among the frenetic pace of Central. The wellness hotel offers guests Tai Chi, yoga, and fitness boot camps. Moreover, guests can choose classic offerings like gym and pool access, and decadent massages and facials at its in-house spa. Thus, it’s the perfect place to recharge the mind and body.
See our review of the spa at The Murray Hong Kong
St. Regis Hong Kong
Exuding an air of 1920s New York-chic, this upscale hotel in the heart of Wan Chai is perfect for business travellers passing through the city as well as urban dwellers seeking a staycation of decadent proportions. The 24-hour butler service means you’ll barely have to leave your suite. Moreover, there’s a pool, gym with personal trainers and spa. Thus, you could easily enjoy a weekend here.
See our staycation review of St. Regis Hong Kong
The Peninsula
Hong Kong’s oldest hotel looks onto Victoria Harbour from its prime position on the tip of the Kowloon Peninsula. The Grand Dame of the East, The Peninsula has an indoor pool with panoramic harbour views, a fitness centre, and a five-star spa with hammam-style steam rooms and aromatherapy experience showers. Thus, you can expect five-star hospitality at its finest.
Ritz-Carlton
Go above and beyond quite literally in Hong Kong’s highest hotel and building, with a luxe spa experience on the 116th floor. Before or after your massage, don’t miss out on the indoor infinity pool overlooking the city.
