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A very basic hikers’ crash-pad, Sze Lok Yuen perches close to the summit of Tai Mo Shan, Hong Kong’s tallest peak. The views are spectacular but its dorm rooms are pretty basic with no fans or air-conditioning. The altitude cools things down though in all but the hottest months. Camping is permitted.

Beautifully furnished, upmarket, executive apartments with five-star hotel-style service including health club, outdoor heated pool, 24-hour room service. Well located above Pacific Place with amazing views over the city.

Given the Tsuen Wan location, these studio and suite apartments are not for those who must be at the centre of things. The apartments are smart, with shower and kitchenette.

Guests are dwarved by the giant flowers and insects on the high lobby murals in this impressive hotel. Rooms above the 40th floor are large and sumptuous, with excellent harbour or Peak views.

Easily the best option in the Yau Ma Tei/Jordan area. Rooms are smart, with broadband access, fax machine, bath and separate shower. The lobby offers a flood of natural light, outdoor seating and a lovely oasis of greenery.

Marooned between the area’s two main roads, the Empire is right in the heart of Wanchai so you’re paying for location rather than luxury as the cheap, nasty fittings will constantly remind you. Still, prices are competitive, the service isn’t bad and there’s a small but adequate rooftop pool plus gym and broadband Internet access.

The smart, modern and friendly Excelsior offers pretty much every in-room and hotel facility imaginable, as you’d expect from the Mandarin Oriental’s sister.

Next to the Convention Centre and the sole choice for unbridled luxury in Wanchai, the Grand Hyatt has looked after world- famous guests including former US President Clinton. Revamped rooms have a modern feel, including all high-tech mod-cons.

The impressive, marbled lobby contains a business centre, pleasant bar and café lounge area around a soothing waterfall and lily pond. Rooms are well appointed, with marble bathrooms. Facilities include a golf driving range and spa.

Restrained opulence reigns throughout. There’s a good gym, pool and sauna and top-quality restaurants, including the impressive Cantonese T’ang Court, decked out like a Mongolian tent.