Mong Kok

Kowloon
Find your way through Hong Kong’s busiest area to take in the sights and sounds of traditional street markets and food stalls.

Mong Kok is not only the most densely populated area of Hong Kong, but of the world. The name appropriately means “busy corner” in Cantonese, but don’t let that scare you away. The neighborhood includes some of the city’s most popular stores and street markets, with clusters of market sellers specializing in one particular product, from goldfish to wedding dresses.

Locals and visitors buy, sell and haggle over all kinds of goods here in the streets of Mong Kok, which are characterized by their eclectic mix of old and new buildings. The area preserves traditional allure with small stores and stalls of the type that has now mostly disappeared from the rest of the city.

Part of the area’s charm comes from the distinctive nicknames given to certain streets, depending on what is sold there. Goldfish Street is centered at Tung Choi Street. Here you’ll find dozens of shops and stalls selling tropical fish and aquarium equipment, while the nearby Ladies’ Street is where all kinds of women’s clothing and accessories are sold. The practice continues with Flower Market Road and even Photocopy Street, a neighborhood known for its large number of photocopying shops.

You’ll find the latest Japanese and Western fashions on Dundas and Shantung streets. Nearby Langham Place is just one of the many malls in the area full of well-known brand names, while the often crowded Argyle Centre sells inexpensive clothes and heavy metal CDs. The three-story Mong Kok Computer Centre is home to dozens of stores selling computer software, hardware and accessories.

Be sure to have a snack at one of the many food stalls on the streets of Mong Kok. Most of them sell traditional “finger foods” such as dim sum, fried tofu and fish balls, but there’s also Japanese, Thai and Italian food on offer.

To get to the heart of the shopping district, alight at Mong Kok MTR station (not Mong Kok East). Take the E2 exit and walk along Nathan Road.


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Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong
Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong
4 out of 5
88 Tai Kok Tsui Road, Kowloon
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥11,707 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥11,707
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy internet, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Very easy to live there and convenient"

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2024

Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong
Cordis, Hong Kong
Cordis, Hong Kong
5 out of 5
555 Shanghai Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
The price is ¥17,603 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥17,603
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,077 reviews)
"The family room option fit our living needs. The staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024

Cordis, Hong Kong
Royal Plaza Hotel
Royal Plaza Hotel
4.5 out of 5
193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, Kowloon
The price is ¥16,678 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
¥16,678
per night
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,062 reviews)
"Can’t charge expenses to room made this not an ideal place to stay for business. Inexperienced front desk staff, all rest of the hotel staffs are friendly and somewhat helpful. Not an ideal place for those haven’t experienced Hong Kong culture before. Fantastic and good value stay for families on ..."

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2024

Royal Plaza Hotel
The Cityview - Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
The Cityview - Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
4 out of 5
23 Waterloo Road, Yaumatei, Kowloon
The price is ¥13,540 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥13,540
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Fabulous place to stay
"Excellent service, great room Hotel is surrounded by transpooptions, restaurants, markets and anything you might need"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

The Cityview - Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok
Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok
4 out of 5
2 Soy Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
The price is ¥13,482 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥13,482
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Popular attractions Ocean Park and Nathan Road Shopping ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
"The lobby of the hotel is very welcoming and the reception desk is very helpful and friendly. The room is spacious for HK standard."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok
Metropark Hotel Kowloon
Metropark Hotel Kowloon
4 out of 5
75 Waterloo Road, Mong Kok, Kowloon
The price is ¥13,335 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
¥13,335
per night
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Ocean Park and Nathan ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
10 days, 4th to 14th March 2024
"The room I stayed in is 1134. The staff in the hotel is very helpful especially when I injured my forehead in the room in the evening on 12th. The house keeping staff turned up quickly after I called for help. He helped me to put the wound dressing on my forehead and also gave me 3 more wound dressings ..."

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

Metropark Hotel Kowloon
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