The Luxe Manor

"How did it strike you on arrival?Located in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, The Luxe Manor delivers on its name. The lobby, moody red and black outfitted with light fixtures that resemble hot air balloons and a mural-like mosaic, evokes a Chinese-European palace. Nice. What’s the crowd like?The over-the-top design might not be for all tastes, but if you’re into bold designs and surreal art, you’ll love it here. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.The manor theme continues into the guest rooms, which look a little bit Alice in Wonderland. In the Deluxe rooms, which start at 330 square feet, you can expect a mix of European furniture, orange drapes, empty pictures frames arranged on the walls in an artistic manner, and faux fireplaces. But to really get a feel for the wild designs, book one of the themed suites, which range from about 500 square feet up to 720 square feet. There are six options, including Mirage (an ode to surreal artwork) and Nordic (a wintery wonderland). We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?Superior rooms include a choice of double-bed or twin setup, while the Premium, Studios and themed suites upgrade to a choice of king. With plush bedding and blankets, they’re perfectly comfortable. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?The hotel provides the smaller details that make for a great stay, including a Handy phone (free to use the 4G data around Hong Kong, local and international calls to 10 international countries), and flat-screen TVs. The suites take it up a notch with Nespresso machines, butler service, complimentary airport transfers and a personal concierge. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.In the standard rooms, bathrooms include a rain shower, bathtubs (in Deluxe rooms on higher floors) and artsy decor. It's a more subdued design: picture a black vanity with marble countertops, and a gold-and-cream mosaic. The suites, meanwhile, incorporate a large stand-alone marble tub with silver siding, walk-in shower, and ornate art deco mirrors. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?There’s complimentary Wi-FI in the rooms, but you’ll need a password to hop online in the lobby. Room service: Worth it?The room service menu is pretty comprehensive, covering everything from a la carte breakfast to parma ham salads, cold-smoked salmon, pastas, freshly baked pizzas, cocktails, wines, and more. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.For a boutique hotel, The Luxe Manor offers a decent lineup of services and facilities. There’s no spa or pool, but you can take advantage of the 24-hour gym, laundry services, and room service.We’d also recommend visiting the unconventional restaurants at The Luxe Manor. The Dada Bar + Lounge combines larger-than-life avant-garde artwork with inventive cocktails and live music—a recipe for a memorable night out. Meanwhile, FINDS (which stands for Finland, Iceland, Norway, Denmark and Sweden) is among the best (and only) authentic Nordic restaurants in the city. What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?It’s always a little sad when you don’t have a harbor view in Hong Kong, where the skyline is the city’s pièce de résistance. If you’re a light sleeper, we’d be specific when booking the room as some look out onto Knutsford Terrace—a noisy party street. That said, the location is right in the smack of Tsim Sha Tsui so that’s either a boon or a bane, depending on the purpose of your trip. Bottom line: worth it, and why?There’s nothing generic about this boutique hotel. You can expect fanciful interiors, worthwhile restaurants and a convenient location." - Kate Springer