Amenity highlights: Two restaurants—one offering Western and Eastern fusion and another Cantonese cuisine—are popular with both savvy locals and local celebrities, and Yamm, and all-day restaurant serving Japanese and international cuisine. Reservations are recommended. A 92-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) fitness center is complemented by a sauna and a 25-meter rectangular indoor pool.

Insider tip: Just behind the Parklane Shopping Boulevard is Kowloon Park, a large public park with paths for quiet morning strolls, and a variety of recreational opportunities.

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Rooms

The Mira Hong Kong 493 guestrooms are upwards of 30 square meters (323 square feet) and have views over the city, hotel, or Kowloon Park and shopping boulevard. All include complimentary wireless Internet access and TVs with pay movies and cable channels such as BBC, ESPN, CNBC, FOX, SKY, and Discovery. Minibars and coffee/tea makers are among other essentials.

Room Amenities

• Cable/satellite TV
• Premium TV channel(s)
• Pay movies
• Hypo-allergenic bedding available
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Voice mail
• Internet access - dial-up
• Minibar
• Coffee/tea maker
• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping
• Turndown service
• Bathroom telephone

• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Separate bathtub and shower
• Extra towels/bedding in room
• Makeup mirror
• Massage - available in room
• Slippers
• Child care (in room, surcharge)
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Television - Cable service
• In-room safe (accommodates laptop)
• Iron/ironing board (on request)
• Clock radio
• Desk
• Cribs (infant beds) available
• Smoking rooms

Recreation

The Mira Hong Kong has an indoor 25-meter swimming pool that is mildly heated throughout the year. Its 92-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) fitness center (per-visit surcharge) looks into the swimming pool through full-length glass walls on one side. It has three treadmills, a rower, one recumbent bike, one elliptical trainer, a stair stepper, and a free-weights section. Personal trainers are on duty. Two sauna rooms are also offered.

Aerobics classes are offered at nearby malls within 100 meters of the hotel. Basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, a playground, and a running track, are all available at Kowloon Park, about 1 km (0.5 mile) away. City Golf Club, a golf driving range, is 0.5 km (0.3 miles) away. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• Golf - driving range nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Aerobics nearby
• Volleyball nearby

• Running track/path nearby
• Basketball nearby
• Tennis nearby
• Yoga classes/instruction nearby
• Playground nearby

Property Amenities

Recreational offerings include a 92-square-meter (1,000-square-foot) fitness center, a sauna, and a 25-meter rectangular indoor pool. The hotel’s shopping arcade has 10 shops retailing mostly jewelry and fashion wear. A beauty salon offers manicure, pedicure, and spa services.

Valet parking:
HK1,200 (US$36+) per 24-hour period.
Fees do not include tax and are subject to change without prior notice.

The hotel has a compact business center with two rooms equipped with computers, Internet access, and printers. Conference and banquet facilities include a 1,400-square-meter (15,000-square-foot) ballroom and 10 multi-function rooms with audiovisual equipment.

Business center: The business center is approximately 28 square meters (300 square feet) and has two rooms with computers that have printers and high-speed Internet access (surcharge). Fee(s) subject to change without notice.

Internet access: Public-area high-speed Internet access is available at the business-center computers. Charges are HK70 (US$5–$10) per hour. Fee(s) subject to change without notice.

Conference/function room(s): The Mira Hong Kong has a 1,400-square-meter (15,000-square-foot) ballroom that can be broken up into eight rooms. There are 10 other multi-function rooms. All include audiovisual equipment.

• Swimming pool - indoor
• Sauna
• Concierge desk
• Concierge services
• Fitness equipment
• Health club
• Coffee shop or café
• Bar/lounge
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Parking (valet)
• Parking (surcharge)
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Banquet facilities
• Ballroom(s)
• Business center
• Exhibit space
• Conference room(s)
• Event catering
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• Audio-visual equipment
• Secretarial services
• Business services
• Computer rental

• Number of rooms: 493
• Multilingual staff
• Porter/bellhop
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Security guard
• 24-hour front desk
• Medical assistance available
• Beauty services
• Currency exchange
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Shopping on site
• Tour assistance
• Translation services
• Hair salon
• Laundry facilities
• Dry cleaning service
• Shoe shine
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Number of floors: 10
• Elevator/lift
• Umbrella
• Wedding services
• Room service
• Airport transportation (surcharge)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Location Details

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): Approximate travel time is 45 minutes and distance is 34 km (21 miles).

Getting there: The most cost- and time-efficient way of getting to the hotel is via Airport Express train, which departs from the airport every 12 minutes and stops at major city stations. Limo transfers can be arranged with the hotel at HK400–900 per trip (US$51–$116).

Getting around: Taxis are easy to hail from along the street or at the hotel. The city’s subway system (MTR) is also convenient especially during peak-hour congestion on the streets. The nearest MTR station is one block away. The hotel also provides limo services at about HK200–500 per trip (US$25–$65).

Airport express train details

Closest station to the hotel: Kowloon
Approximate travel time from the airport to the hotel: 45 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): HK180 (US$15–$25) per roundtrip ticket; subject to change without notice.

Schedule and directions (subject to change without notice): From the airport arrivals hall, follow signs to the train. Purchase a ticket at the electronic booths provided, or the ticket counter. Trains depart from just beyond this area every 12 minutes from 6 AM to 11 PM. Exit at Kowloon; the hotel is at the corner of Nathan and Kimberley Roads, across from Kowloon Park.

Shuttle details

Travel time from the airport to the hotel: 90 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): HK130 (US$16–$25)

Schedules and directions (subject to change without notice): The daily shuttle service (shared service) departs every 30 minutes from the airport, from 6:15 AM to 12:15 AM. Guests must contact the hotel three hours prior to arrival in order to give the staff an estimated time of arrival. Hotel contact information will be included in the reservation confirmation for bookings via this Web site.

Taxi details

Approximate travel time from the airport to the hotel: 45 minutes
Approximate cost (subject to change without notice): HK300 (US$36+)

Instructions: Taxi stands are located on the north side of the Ground Transportation Centre (the left ramp when exiting the Arrivals Hall). Separate aisles are designated for different taxis. Red Urban taxis serve all destinations throughout Hong Kong.

Limousine details

Approximate travel time from the airport to the hotel: 45 minutes

Instructions: Limousine service (private car; not shared). In- and outbound service. Guest must contact the hotel prior to arrival to make a reservation.

Know Before You Go

The government of Hong Kong has waived the Hotel Accommodation Tax for all new bookings made from now for travel July 1, 2008 until further notice. The 10% service fee still applies.

Dining

The Ballroom - A 1,500 square foot pillarless ballroom accommodating up to 800 guests. 18 handcrafted chandeliers and 25,000 lighting combinations make this venue an ideal location for celebrations and other events.

Yamm - An all-day dining restaurant serving Japanese and International cuisine. Live cooking stations for a la minute specialties are operational during lunch and dinner and a tableside buffet is also available.

Dong Restaurant - Features a wide range of classic and nouveau Cantonese fare prepared with the freshest ingredients. A variety of sumptuous dim sums complement a fine selection of freshly brewed Chinese teas.

Room One - A stylish lobby bar and lounge with a casual atmosphere. Room One serves signature cocktails and bar food and features an eclectic mix of music from resident and guest DJs.

Coco - A cafe-patisserie serving artisan chocolates, take-away coffees, freshly-baked pastries, cakes, and designer cupcakes.

Address

118 Nathan Road Tsimshatsui

Tsim Sha Tsui,

Hong Kong

Nearest major airport:

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (HKG-Hong Kong Intl.)

Area:

Tsim Sha Tsui (Kowloon), Hong Kong