At The Peninsula Hong Kong, the city’s oldest hotel, which opened in 1928, you immediately sense you're in a special place. Pillbox-hatted pageboys graciously open double doors to reveal an expansive lobby with towering ceilings. Affectionately known as "the Pen" by locals, the hotel exudes colonial grandeur, from the palm-lined lobby where guests enjoy petit fours at teatime to the live string quartet in the gallery.

A standout feature of its timeless elegance is Gaddi’s, a renowned French restaurant, alongside the stunningly beautiful Verandah. Yet, The Peninsula seamlessly blends tradition with modernity, highlighted by the Philippe Starck-designed Felix restaurant, offering contemporary cuisine in a sleek, skyline setting. This fusion of Asian and European influences is evident throughout, from rooms adorned with both high-tech amenities and antiques to the remarkable spa and impeccable service, which subtly signals that you have truly arrived.