The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
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Luxurious hotel in repurposed building, rooftop bar, spacious rooms
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22 Cotton Tree Dr, Central, Hong Kong Get directions
Luxurious hotel in repurposed building, rooftop bar, spacious rooms
22 Cotton Tree Dr, Central, Hong Kong Get directions
"For the rooftop bar When The Murray Building was built in 1969 it won multiple awards for its forward-thinking energy-saving design. Its bones were so strong that fifty years later it was ably remodelled into a five-star hotel by Foster + Partners, whose other masterworks—skeletal Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank Building—happen to dominate The Murray's view. The 336 rooms are some of the largest in the city bedecked in steely grays, blues, and blacks, with generous marble bathrooms featuring Japanese electronic toilets and glass panels that mist at the touch of a button. The food and drink are good (if not exceptional)—try to catch afternoon tea on the terrace and happy hour at the lobby bar—but the main event is the rooftop bar, Popinjays, which has dizzying views of the HSBC bank and I.M. Pei's jagged Bank of China, as well as eyefuls of Hong Kong Harbour, Hong Kong Park, the Botanic Gardens, and Victoria Peak." - Lee Cobaj
"How did it strike you on arrival?The Murray opened in early 2018 with much fanfare, following a mammoth renovation project led by Lord Norman Foster’s firm Foster + Partners. Arched colonnades, distinctive recessed windows (an energy-efficient design to stream natural light), and a lofty lobby add up to an architectural masterpiece. Nice. What’s the crowd like?This 25-story hotel aims to be the go-to for CEOs with global enterprises. You’ll see plenty of Louboutins, Hermes scarves, and Tom Ford ties passing through the lobby. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Good news: These 336 rooms are some of the largest in the city, with every one promising at least 500 square feet of space. We were drawn to the N2 Grand, where we found handsome furniture and textured surfaces of glass, leather, and stone. Mirrored touches and vintage photography soften the masculine look. We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?Crisp, airy and soft—the hallmarks of a fantastic hotel bed. Every bed has a feather mattress topper; the suites have 1,000-thread-count linens. A pillow menu counts 16 types, including a novel ""snore-no-more"" option and a magnetic pillow that harnesses 28 magnets to boost circulation. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?Ensuring a wireless experience, the hotel includes a Smart TV so you can hook up your personal devices, stream movies, and even control the lighting. Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.Black-and-white marble, Grown Alchemist amenities and separate shower and tub make for a fine bathroom setup. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Free Wi-Fi throughout. Room service: Worth it?Whether you're after Hong Kong specialties or western comfort foods, you can find them on the vast room service menu. Among the signatures: wagyu beef carpaccio, burrata cheese, and Hainan chicken rice. There's also an in-house nutritionist who can craft a bespoke menu for health-conscious travelers or those with dietary restrictions. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.Dining at The Murray might be the highlight of your stay. A splashy rooftop restaurant and bar called Popinjays serves epicurean bites; Murray Lane, a Wall Street-inspired bar, slings cocktails; Garden Lounge offers a glamorous afternoon tea; Tai Pan specializes in modern European fare; and Guo Fu Lou delivers refined Cantonese cuisine in a garden-like setting. There's also an impressive lineup of wellness offerings: A serene spa with five treatment suites, an indoor lap pool, and a 24-hour gym. What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?The ambitious architecture and multiple terrace bars and restaurants make this hotel a standout. Bottom line: worth it, and why?Whether you’re on a well-financed business trip or a seeker of classy heritage hotels, The Murray contends with the best of best in Hong Kong." - Kate Springer
"Home to the immersive theater experience Sleep No More, this hotel exemplifies how a property can draw visitors for culture and performance beyond overnight stays." - Lilah Ramzi
"A transformed 1969 government office building by Foster + Partners offering 336 muted gray‑and‑gold guestrooms with picture windows that look out over Central’s skyscrapers and nearby parks, positioned as a calm, refined refuge in a frenetic urban core." - Jennifer Flowers
"Featuring sophisticated spacious suites and rooms across 25 stories, The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel offers accommodations in Hong Kong. It has 5 dining destinations including a glamorous rooftop restaurant and bar with panoramic views. The hotel’s terraces around the arches, an architectural signature of the building also showcase views of the city, Hong Kong Park and Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens. The hotel is a 3-minute walk from The Peak Tram and St. John's Cathedral. It is a 2-minute drive from Admiralty MTR Station. The nearest airport is Hong Kong International Airport, a 32-minute drive from the hotel. Elegantly designed, rooms and suites here feature floor-to-ceiling windows and offer seamless technology including complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, broadband internet access, Smart TV and bedside lighting controls. The marbled bathroom comes with a walk-in shower and a bathtub. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and slippers. Guests can work out at the well-equipped fitness center or take a dip in the urban chic indoor pool. The Niccolo Room on the 25th floor offers event space with a capacity to seat 240 guests and receptions for up to 300. Additionally, there will be six smaller boardrooms, all featuring natural light." - My Boutique Hotel (en)