No.83 Wuhu Street, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, China | (586) 210-9239
In a local-feeling neighborhood, a five-minute walk from Whampoa MTR station
Cool local restaurants, shops, and markets all around
Trendy additions like a pop-up shop and lively lounge bar with table games
Affordable rates for Hong Kong and Kowloon
Simple rooms with free soft-drink minibars, Handy Phones, and air-conditioning
You can rent Apple TVs and MP3 speakers
Some units have nice area views
Two dining options include Cantonese and American bar fare
Free shuttle to Whampoa MTR station
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Common areas are busy and can be chaotic
Check-in and check-out can take a long time
Rooms are basic and small, some have tiny windows
Not the most central location for tourists or business travelers
For travelers who don't mind bedding down a bit outside of Hong Kong's main districts, Hotel Sav might fit the bill. This mid-range property certainly tries to have personality. It's done up in trendy white-on-white decor and Pop Art-inspired hues. However, rooms are no-frills, and its common areas are often busy and a touch chaotic. Perks like a pop-up shop and indoor/outdoor lounge with table games aim squarely at a younger demographic, and there are also two restaurants. However, the 388 rooms can be compact at best, and are spartan. You'll get free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and free soft drinks in the minibar, but small windows and wear aren't uncommon. Alternatively, the Xi Hotel has a better location and similar rates, though fewer features and rooms that can be dark.
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Scene
Basic mid-range hotel dressed up in a millennial-friendly, colorful package
The Hotel Sav is certainly trying to position itself in a trendy way: Its location is riding the first wave of the hipsterfication of this traditionally Cantonese neighborhood, and its style is lifted from millennial design playbooks. Expect lots of white, glossy surfaces, retro-futuristic lines, and bright Pop Art-inspired decor in the common areas. Those common areas are certainly active, with a constant stream of guests coming and going, hanging out in the restaurants and lounges, and visiting the pop-up shop. It can get downright busy, and check-in and check-out is often a queued up affair. That, unfortunately, diminishes any sense of a personal touch here, and instead makes it all feel a bit like a high-polish hostel. The major upside here is that the neighborhood surrounding the hotel has a distinctly local vibe, with lots of restaurants and shops offering fare in Cantonese only. What's more? Rates are some of the lowest you'll find on Kowloon. Expect to see plenty of young tourists from mainland China here, as well as budget-conscious international travelers and businesspeople.
Location
In a local part of eastern Kowloon, a five-minute walk to Whampoa MTR station
The Hotel Sav seems to be betting that its immediate area might be the next "it" neighborhood in Kowloon. That may very well be true, as the MTR system keeps expanding in this direction, and busy Tsim Sha Tsui is close enough to make it an appealing spot. However, at the moment, you shouldn't expect much nightlife near the hotel, though the area buzzes with local activity all day and early evening. There are almost too many Cantonese restaurants and markets to count, and the Whampoa MTR station is within a five-minute walk. The hotel also runs a free shuttle to the station. You'll need the MTR or a taxi to reach Tsim Sha Tsui; it's a 25-minute ride with a transfer via MTR, and 15 minutes or so by cab. Central, on Hong Kong Island, is about 30 minutes away by MTR. A trip to the airport will take around 90 minutes by MTR, or 45 minutes via taxi, depending on traffic.
Rooms
Simple rooms with basic features, plus free soft-drink minibars, though some have small windows
Rooms here don't hew to the hotel's far more vibrant public areas -- in fact, some are downright plain to the point of no frills. Sure, a bit of backlighting on the bed adds quote-unquote futuristic style, but many are tricked out in a white-on-white-on-white decor that looks spartan rather than stylish. That's exacerbated by the fact that many rooms have small windows, making the often tiny floor plans feel especially closet-like in some units. Certain floors have rooms that add wall decals to give them a dash of personality, though you'll spot some wear throughout. Features include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, Handy Phones, electric kettles, a bit of desk space, and minibars with free limited soft drinks. You can also rent Apple TVs and speakers for MP3 players. Open hanging areas replace closets, though you won't find irons or ironing boards. Bathrooms are modern, with showers and just a bit of counter space. Limited toiletries and hairdryers are both provided. Some higher-floor rooms will have nice city views, and despite the location on a busy street, things remain relatively quiet at night.
Features
Trendy extras like a pop-up shop plus lively dining and drinking venues
This hotel is tapping into the trendier offerings found at savvy new properties. The youthful vibe is centered on the bar and lounge, where you'll find open-air seating, pool tables, and lots of bright decor. Keep in mind that weather affects whether or not this space is open. Otherwise, there are two restaurants: Bauhinia Kitchen (which is open from lunch onward) and Moreish & Malt (which serves all meals). The former serves traditional Catonese fare, while the latter offers Western comfort and pub fare. Breakfast is only included with certain bookings. There's a small fitness room with limited cardio equipment and basic free weights, though it's only sufficient for a simple workout. Other features include a pop-up shop and meeting space. A free shuttle runs to the Whampoa MTR station. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property.
