Novotel- Best for Budgeters (Novotel Century Harbourview Hotel Hong Kong)

Member Name: SomethingToBe

Product:	Novotel Century Harbourview Hotel Hong Kong
Date:	24/01/09 (34 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Cheap and Comfortable

Disadvantages: Quiet location, Far removed from attractions

I stayed in the Novotel Century Harbourview in Hong Kong for 10 days with a group of friends. The location is on Hong Kong Island, but in the Western District. The attractions HK have to offer are mainly in the Central and Kowloon regions, so the location is fairly out of the way. However there are many bus route to the nearest underground rail station. If you are happy using public transport, the location shouldn't be an issue. The HK tube network is much nicer, simpler and cleaner than in the UK and if you uy an Octopus card it works similarly to our Oyster system, but is used more widely (ie in concenience stores). If you don't feel comfortable using public transport then taxi rides around could end up costing quite a lot, so it would probably be more beneficial to stay at a hotel in a more central location.

The hotel itself is basic, but very comfortable. We stayed in a twin room and the beds were nice, and the rooms had air conditioning and general facilities you would expect. The showers were power showers and were lovely after a day in the swealtering heat!!! There is a rooftop pool and a gym and also a couple of restaurants to a good standard.

This hotel is definitely best for those going to HK on a budget as the price is very good. However if you want the attractions on your doorstep, this is not the place for you. Although the neighbourhood is nice and the people generally friendly, you do stick out and most people around do not speak English. We were happy to roam around the area and explore, but if this is not for you, look at the hotels in Kowloon/Central!

Summary: As the title suggests, best for those on a bidget, willing to explore Hong Kong