Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong

Polished quarters in a luxury lodging with swanky restaurants, plus a spa & an indoor pool. Offering views of the Hong Kong skyline, this luxury harbourside hotel is a 13-minute walk from the Hong Kong Observatory, and 8 minutes' walk from the Avenue of Stars promenade. Refined rooms feature free Wi-Fi and smartphones, plus flat-screen TVs and iPod docks; some add harbour views. Suites and club rooms have access to a lounge with free breakfast and evening cocktails. Upgraded suites include kitchenettes and/or whirlpool baths. Room and butler service are available. Dining options include upscale Italian, Japanese and Cantonese restaurants, plus a casual buffet eatery. There's also an indoor pool, a spa and an exercise room.