The Upper House
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
The Upper House, operating since October 2009, is an ideal hotel for dynamic and open-minded travelers. Intriguing spaces, natural materials, and subtle yet playful lighting make the whole experience a journey of discovery. Spacious bathrooms offer scenic harbor or island views. All guestrooms are equipped with high-end technologies: interactive hotel information, iPod touch, high-speed Internet, and LCD televisions. Rooms feature complementary maxi-bar and espresso coffee machine for guests’ convenience. These are the largest studio rooms in town, designed in Asian style. The average room size is 70 sqm.
The hotel is adjacent to the Pacific Place, along the city’s renowned malls. The nearest airport is located in 40-minute drive.
The gym is well equipped with cardiovascular and weight training equipment from Precor and Keiser. A secret garden and secluded lawn offer a surprise on Level 6. It’s a natural city retreat for people to eat, drink and relax at any time of day. Tables with ivory lacquered umbrellas will shade from the sun. Or guests can sink into one of the large bean bags, but the most popular treat will be spreading out on the lush grassy lawn (a true rarity in Hong Kong).
Atop the hotel on Level 49, the vibrant dining room Cafe Gray Deluxe has dynamic panoramic views. Chef Gray Kunz has utilized a lifetime’s experience leading the very finest kitchens in Europe, Asia and America to create an energetic gourmet cafe in one of the city’s most spectacular locations. His cuisine is a departure from a traditional fine dining, featuring everyday dishes with an accent on local organic produce.
With a uniquely blended cocktail in hand, Cafe Gray Bar is a perfect place to watch the sun disappear behind Hong Kong’s outlying islands.
With its views of the Peak and historic Wanchai district, hotel’s warm and inviting Sky Lounge on Level 49 is open throughput the day and evening. A large centerpiece fireplace is the focal point of this space, set below high ceilings and surrounded by soft hues of green tea and mineral blue. Drinks and light snacks are available here from mid morning, served amidst comfortable, intimate sitting areas.