Hong Kong East

Hong Kong Island

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A holiday village that once housed British soldiers and a pair of preserved temples complement the dazzling skyscrapers and malls of this eclectic district.

Towering shopping malls, high-rise luxury apartment blocks and intriguing museums have modernized the former industrial hub of Hong Kong East. Filling the eastern side of the island with its skyscrapers, the district is a cultural haven comprising historic buildings and parks. Notice the rounded green peaks that frame the vistas of Junk Bay and the towers across the water.

Learn about this part of the island’s military history at the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence. The museum lies within the historic Lei Yue Mun Fort, which played a role in the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong.

A different kind of history is on display at the Hong Kong Film Archive, which has a resource center and exhibition hall. Watch traditional locally produced movies on its screens.

Nearby, browse the stores of the sleek and glassy six-level Cityplaza shopping center and skate on the Ice Palace rink. Go from new to old with a trip to the nearby Tam Kung Temple, which is dedicated to the patron saint of fishermen. Inspect the deity’s statue and see the old dragon boat. Across the street stands the Tin Hau Temple–Shau Kei Wan, which was built in 1873 and has several fascinating murals and woodcarvings.

For a change of scenery, head to the Lei Yue Mun Park and Holiday Camp. Once a barracks for British soldiers, this intriguing camp is today made up of vacation lodgings, a horse-riding school and sports fields. Walk around the grounds to see repurposed and abandoned structures that used to house soldiers.

The area incorporates various districts making up the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. From the Central zone, ride the metro east to the Shau Kei Wan Station and continue south through the district as far as Chai Wan. You can also take a bus to the many stops around here.

Hong Kong East is full of historic gems, from a 19th-century temple to a military museum.


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Hong Kong East Hotel Deals

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong

5 out of 5
1 North Point Estate Lane Hong Kong
The price is ¥24,358 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
¥24,358
¥27,525 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,066 reviews)
The room was clean, the staff are friendly and the location is great.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong
Ascott North Point Hong Kong

Ascott North Point Hong Kong

4 out of 5
67-75 Java Road Hong Kong
The price is ¥24,012 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
¥24,012
¥27,133 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
Good size room, easy checkin, and seemed quiet

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Ascott North Point Hong Kong
Hotel Alexandra

Hotel Alexandra

4.5 out of 5
32 City Garden Road, North Point Hong Kong
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8.6/10 Excellent! (952 reviews)
Room was clean and staff very helpful and nice

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Eaton HK

Eaton HK

4 out of 5
380 Nathan Road Kowloon
The price is ¥17,609 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
¥17,609
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Feb 26 - Feb 27
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Good experience

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Harbour Grand Kowloon

Harbour Grand Kowloon

5 out of 5
20 Tak Fung Street Kowloon
The price is ¥22,957 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
¥22,957
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Feb 24 - Feb 25
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean and comfy room with wonderful sea view

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Harbour Grand Kowloon
Cordis, Hong Kong

Cordis, Hong Kong

5 out of 5
555 Shanghai Street Kowloon
The price is ¥23,123 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
¥23,123
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,805 reviews)
Very nice hotel located in Mong Kok

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Cordis, Hong Kong
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Other neighborhoods around Hong Kong East

Chai Wan

Chai Wan

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Chai Wan. You might consider a stop by Law Uk Folk Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Chai Wan
Quarry Bay which includes a coastal town

Quarry Bay

5/5(6 area reviews)

Shopping, restaurants, and waterfront views highlight some notable features of Quarry Bay. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Cityplaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mount Parker Road Tram Stop or Shipyard Lane Tram Stop to get around town.

Quarry Bay
Tai Tam

Tai Tam

If you're spending some time in Tai Tam, Tai Tam Country Park and Tai Tam Family Walk are top sights worth seeing.

Tai Tam
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North Point

4/5(213 area reviews)

Mixed-use urban area with luxury developments and older Chinese buildings, North Point offers traditional Fujianese food on Chun Yeung Street and Indonesian grocery shops. Well-connected by MTR, trams, buses, and ferries.

North Point
Panoramic view of Hong Kong

Tai Hang

While there might not be top attractions in Tai Hang, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hong Kong Central Library and Hong Kong Stadium.

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Fortress Hill

While there might not be top attractions in Fortress Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chun Yeung Street Market and Victoria Park.

Fortress Hill


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