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Although it opened back in 2019, it’s taken TPG a while to get to The St. Regis Hong Kong. During a last-minute trip to Asia this past spring, however, we checked in to the hotel for a quick two-night stay.

The St. Regis Hong Kong certainly ranks among the city’s top luxury hotels, but it feels more like a business and events hotel rather than a grande dame, thanks to its location in Wan Chai and its contemporary and thoughtfully designed rooms and public spaces.

In short, this is a great place to earn and redeem Marriott Bonvoy points in Hong Kong, but it perhaps lacks the pizzazz of its sister property, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, across the harbor in Kowloon.

Here’s what else you need to know about staying here.

The St. Regis Hong Kong location

The St. Regis Hong Kong is in the city’s Wan Chai district, just east of Central, and within walking distance of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. It is also an easy stroll to the Star Ferry if you want to cross the harbor inexpensively, and close to several metro stations and major bus lines, so getting around the city is a breeze.

While you could take the Airport Express from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) into Central and then catch a taxi to the hotel from there, it’s not much more time- or cost-effective than taking an Uber, which runs around $40 each way and takes about 40-50 minutes.

Taxi stand in Hong Kong — ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY

The St. Regis Hong Kong booking details

During my dates in March, refundable nightly rates with no inclusions (such as breakfast) started at $550 per night, or 110,000 Marriott Bonvoy points. That would have yielded a value of 0.5 cents per Marriott Bonvoy point, which is below TPG’s September 2025 valuation of 0.7 cents. Because of that, I booked a paid rate and racked up even more points. Unfortunately, I just have Marriott Gold Elite status, so I wasn’t able to enjoy complimentary breakfast like I would have if I had Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status or above.

For earning and redeeming Marriott Bonvoy points as well as working on your elite status and enjoying its perks, you might just want to book directly with Marriott. You’ll want to use one of the credit cards that earn the most points for Marriott stays, or one that offers automatic Marriott Bonvoy elite status for value-added benefits. These include:

: Earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite status and 25 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.
: Earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Gold Elite status and 15 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.
Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful® Credit Card: Earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Gold Elite status and 15 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.
: Earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Gold Elite status and 15 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.
(see rates and fees): Earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Silver Elite status and 15 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.
(see rates and fees): Earn 3 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Silver Elite status and 5 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.

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The hotel is also part of American Express' Fine Hotels + Resorts, so those with or who make a booking through amextravel.com can enjoy benefits like complimentary daily breakfast for two, room upgrades based on availability, a $100 on-property credit to use during their stay and guaranteed late checkout.

Rates at The St. Regis Hong Kong start at $407 or 85,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Standout features

Stunning public spaces designed by André Fu.
A plethora of high-end dining destinations.
Palatial rooms with fabulous bathrooms.

Drawbacks

Beware of crowds of convention attendees.
You’re a bit removed from the bustle of Central.
Points rates tend to be high compared to paid ones.

The vibe at The St. Regis Hong Kong

While many of Hong Kong’s luxury hotels populate Central’s skyline, or gleam across the harbor along Kowloon’s waterfront, The St. Regis Hong Kong occupies a slender, 27-story tower closer to the city’s convention center in Wan Chai, which is also one of the oldest districts in town.

Along with convention attendees, you’ll still see plenty of tourists staying here, along with well-dressed locals popping in for afternoon tea, a lavish meal in one of the Michelin-lauded restaurants or large family events in the hotel’s meeting and banquet spaces.

Hong Kong-based designer André Fu is the man behind the interiors’ sophisticated look, including an imposing, light-filled lobby on the second floor tiled in glossy gray marble with nods to elements from around the city, like lamps inspired by Hong Kong’s old gas streetlights and burnished metal screens with curves reminiscent of the nearby Bauhaus Wan Chai market.

Turn up around 5:30 each evening for the Champagne-sabering ceremony, a hallmark of St. Regis stays, and you might just receive a complimentary pour of the Lhuillier Brut Tradition the hotel uses for the occasion.

The room at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Fu’s sleek aesthetic, blending upscale elements and under-the-radar nods to traditional Hong Kong architecture, extends to the 110 guest rooms and 17 suites.

My standard guest room (no upgrade for this Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite member) had a large entry corridor with plenty of closet space leading into the bedroom.

St Regis Hong Kong room — ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY

The room had huge windows looking out toward the surrounding buildings — you won’t find many iconic harbor views at this hotel, unfortunately — and, at 538 square feet, felt positively palatial by Hong Kong standards.

It was certainly roomy enough for the king-size bed plus a separate sitting area that functioned as both a place for meals and a workspace (thanks to the plentiful outlets).

St. Regis Hong Kong lobby — ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY

Little elements like elegant hanging lamps over the floating marble nightstands (where I also found buttons to control the lights and shades) and shutterlike paneling that doubled as a bed headboard were other playful nods to Hong Kong street scenes. A sculptural armchair and ottoman plus shelves holding ceramic and glass art completed the look.

The bathroom took up nearly half the floor space with sliding-door entrances from both the room entry and next to the bed. It was tiled completely in finely veined white-and-gray marble and had a plethora of counterspace on the dual-sink vanity.

There was also a huge free-standing soaking tub and separate stalls for the toilet and the walk-in shower, which was provisioned with high-end Sachajuan and Sodashi body and hair products.

Understated and contemporary, the room also felt like a little love note to Hong Kong’s heritage, and was a quiet, comfortable oasis after high-energy jaunts around the city.

Another perk? The butler service, which I took advantage of to have cappuccinos delivered throughout the day. Unfailingly, they arrived within 20 minutes of a quick call, though rather than barista-made, these clearly came from a machine. Still, they were just the jolts of caffeine I needed.

Food and drink at The St. Regis Hong Kong

My rate did not include breakfast or on-property credits for meals. Plus, Hong Kong is one of my favorite cities in the world to eat out, so I didn’t stick around for many meals here. That said, there are several dining and drinking establishments of note at the hotel.

At the heart of the hotel, just beyond reception, is the main all-day restaurant, The Drawing Room. The menu here includes everything from a simple Caesar salad to extravagant seafood towers, hamburgers, pasta and Hainanese chicken rice.

This is also where a sumptuous breakfast service takes place, including a la carte Western and Chinese options plus set menus. I ordered the Chinese breakfast and enjoyed a mouthwatering array of little dishes that included various dim sum, a deep-fried lobster spring roll, and abalone and chicken congee with all the fixings. It also came with a fruit plate, pastries, and unlimited tea or coffee beverages and was well worth the $47.

The St. Regis Bar — a bar and lounge that’s a fixture at every St. Regis around the world — was a low-key but inviting venue adjacent to The Drawing Room with a spectacular hand-painted mural depicting Hong Kong’s history and various districts.

St Regis Hong Kong — ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY

The cocktail menu was also inspired by Hong Kong’s tram lines and the traditional neighborhoods they run through, as well as well-known precincts of New York and the subway lines that service them. For instance, I had a Doyer’s Street Cobbler (a reference to New York’s Chinatown) with Nikka Days whisky, Zibibbo wine, bergamot juice, pear and anise shrub, and mint that was utterly delectable ($21). There’s also a menu of small bites.

As for the hotel’s other eateries, L’Envol is a fancy French restaurant with two Michelin stars helmed by chef Olivier Elzer; it serves set lunch and dinner menus daily (starting at $100, but running over $400 for the more involved options) plus a la carte dishes for those who aren’t up for all that indulgence.

Boasting two Michelin stars of its own, Run is chef Hung Chi-Kwong’s traditional Cantonese restaurant; it serves multidish set menus, including some vegetarian and gluten-free options, that range from $90 upward.

Amenities and service at The St. Regis Hong Kong

The hotel’s wellness facilities are on the seventh floor.

They include an outdoor swimming pool with a bar serving drinks and light fare.

The gym is equipped with all the latest Technogym cardio and weight equipment and has plenty of space for stretching and DIY yoga.

St Regis Hong Kong gym — ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY

There is also a small spa offering treatments with JLab, Sothys, Sodashi and Shadhi products, though I did not partake during my stay.

Service at the hotel was, in a word, impeccable. From a seamless arrival where my bags were whisked up to my room while I was checked in at the lobby, to friendly servers encouraging guests to participate in the Champagne sabering, spa attendants more than happy to give an impromptu personalized tour of the fitness center and pool, and courteous and prompt service from whichever butler happened to answer the dedicated phone line, everyone I interacted with at the hotel was consummately professional as well as genuinely friendly.

It was among the best service I have had in Hong Kong. If I were to have one quibble, it would be that turndown service seemed to take place at 4 p.m. each day, which is far too early to be useful. I hope the hotel is able to retime it to while guests are out at dinner.

Accessibility at The St. Regis Hong Kong

The St. Regis Hong Kong offers all the accessibility features you would expect of a newly built hotel from an international brand in a major city.

There is a large entry driveway for wheelchair-accessible vehicles and no need to use stairs to access any of the public areas or guest floors. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible rooms in the standard category with king beds that include features like roll-in showers, but does not offer sight- or hearing-accessible accommodations.

As with any hotel booking where you might have accessibility requirements, contact the hotel directly to ensure that it has rooms and facilities that will meet your specific needs.

Checking out

When it opened five years ago, The St. Regis Hong Kong was an exciting addition to the city’s roster of luxury points hotels.

With just 127 rooms and suites, its small size ensures an intimate ambience and personalized service — something I experienced on my recent stay. Its Wan Chai location also makes it a good choice for folks who want to be near the convention center and some of the city’s other business districts.

That said, do the math for yourself if considering using points for a booking since paid rates, while high, can often be a better idea.

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Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
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Difficult credit redemption

You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.
Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App™, or purchased directly from airlines.
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
$120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
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Enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
Book two nights or more with The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™ and receive a $100* credit towards eligible charges at over 1,400 upscale hotels worldwide. *Eligible charges vary by property.
Book your travel through the Amex Travel App™ with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
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The St. Regis Hong Kong booking details

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Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful® Credit Card: Earn 6 points per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy program, automatic Gold Elite status and 15 elite night credits per year toward a higher tier.
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Rates at The St. Regis Hong Kong start at $407 or 85,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

Standout features

Stunning public spaces designed by André Fu.
A plethora of high-end dining destinations.
Palatial rooms with fabulous bathrooms.

Drawbacks

Beware of crowds of convention attendees.
You’re a bit removed from the bustle of Central.
Points rates tend to be high compared to paid ones.

The vibe at The St. Regis Hong Kong

The room at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Fu’s sleek aesthetic, blending upscale elements and under-the-radar nods to traditional Hong Kong architecture, extends to the 110 guest rooms and 17 suites.

My standard guest room (no upgrade for this Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite member) had a large entry corridor with plenty of closet space leading into the bedroom.

It was certainly roomy enough for the king-size bed plus a separate sitting area that functioned as both a place for meals and a workspace (thanks to the plentiful outlets).

There was also a huge free-standing soaking tub and separate stalls for the toilet and the walk-in shower, which was provisioned with high-end Sachajuan and Sodashi body and hair products.

Understated and contemporary, the room also felt like a little love note to Hong Kong’s heritage, and was a quiet, comfortable oasis after high-energy jaunts around the city.

Food and drink at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Amenities and service at The St. Regis Hong Kong

The hotel’s wellness facilities are on the seventh floor.

They include an outdoor swimming pool with a bar serving drinks and light fare.

The gym is equipped with all the latest Technogym cardio and weight equipment and has plenty of space for stretching and DIY yoga.

There is also a small spa offering treatments with JLab, Sothys, Sodashi and Shadhi products, though I did not partake during my stay.

Accessibility at The St. Regis Hong Kong

The St. Regis Hong Kong offers all the accessibility features you would expect of a newly built hotel from an international brand in a major city.

As with any hotel booking where you might have accessibility requirements, contact the hotel directly to ensure that it has rooms and facilities that will meet your specific needs.

Checking out

When it opened five years ago, The St. Regis Hong Kong was an exciting addition to the city’s roster of luxury points hotels.

That said, do the math for yourself if considering using points for a booking since paid rates, while high, can often be a better idea.

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The vibe at The St. Regis Hong Kong

The room at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Food and drink at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Amenities and service at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Accessibility at The St. Regis Hong Kong

Checking out

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