Mid-century art salon
Multi-floor art galleries, creative workshops, and a buzzing co-working lounge bring local artists directly into the shared social spaces.
What it’s good at
Notable
Nostalgic mid-century Hong Kong styling across themed music and book rooms finished in retro green and gold.
Notable
A 1950 Cantonese teahouse and commercial building transformed by the founding family into an art-filled boutique hotel.
Notable
Cantonese culinary retrospectives and sensory tea tastings rooted in the founding family's former 1950s seafood teahouse.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Stepping outside Yau Ma Tei Station Exit A1 puts you directly into Portland Street, moments from the historic fruit and night markets.
The rooms
Parquet floors and vintage green and gold accents frame retro furnishings, with themed rooms dedicated to curated books and music.
At the table
room68 serves specialty coffee and evening drinks, and shared pantry spaces are stocked for light refreshments.
How it began
Founded in 1950 by Lo Chi-ching as a Cantonese seafood restaurant, the family-owned building was later converted into an arts retreat.
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The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.