Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
| Industry | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Queen's Building (site) |
| Founded | September 1, 1963 in Central, Hong Kong |
| Headquarters | Central, Hong Kong , Hong Kong |
| Products | Luxury hotel accommodations, dining, event venues |
| Owner | Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group |
| Parent | Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group |
| Website | www |
The Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is a luxury five-star establishment situated on Connaught Road Central in the Central, Hong Kong district. It is both owned and operated by the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.
History
The hotel was constructed on the former site of the colonial-era Queen's Building in Central Hong Kong and was initially intended to be called Queen's Hotel. However, by August 1962, following market research indicating a preference among American visitors for a more exotic name, it was renamed The Mandarin. The building’s topping-out ceremony took place on 28 March 1963. The total expenditure for construction reached HK$42 million, with an additional HK$66 million invested in interior design. The architectural plans were created by John Howarth of Leigh & Orange, while Don Ashton was responsible for the interior styling.
Opening its doors on 1 September 1963, with a formal inauguration held on 24 October, the hotel was managed by InterContinental until 1974. At that time, it held the distinction of being Hong Kong’s tallest structure at 26 floors. It was a pioneer in offering direct-dial telephones in guest rooms and was Asia’s first hotel to provide a bath in every accommodation unit. Originally positioned along the waterfront, subsequent extensive land reclamation projects have since moved the shoreline farther from the property. In 1988, the hotel adopted its current name, Mandarin Oriental. After decades of service, a major refurbishment costing US$150 million was finalized in 2005.
Facilities
The property boasts 501 guest rooms, including 67 suites, many with views overlooking Victoria Harbour. Guests can choose from ten dining venues comprising restaurants and bars. The Michelin-starred Pierre, which marked Chef Pierre Gagnaire's debut restaurant in Hong Kong, ceased operations in 2020. Additionally, there is an event venue capable of hosting up to 600 attendees.