Don’t judge the book by its cover is exactly what many will agree when it comes to Pottinger Hong Kong. Situated right in Central, this is not a 5 star boutique hotel that one will expect until walking through the main door into a small but beautifully designed lobby and being received by very polite and welcoming staff with big smiles. Unlike some of the big brands with massive rooms and tall buildings, Pottinger Hong Kong houses only 68 luxury rooms with an award winning Italian restaurant Gradini Ristorante E Bar Italiano serving not only fine Italian cuisine but also a popular afternoon tea for those who desire elegance with a touch of creativity.

Unlike others, Pottinger Hong Kong is perfectly located in between Hong Kong’s heritage and modern vicinities. Pottinger Street nearby itself is a prime example of the island’s rich and varied past. Named after the first Governor, Henry Pottinger, this boutique hotel is the hotel where East meets West and Heritage meets Modernity. Any visitor whose ultimate visit is to experience the true spirit and energy of Hong Kong, then Pottinger Hong Kong is definitely the hotel for you.

别以貌取人，用来形容中环石板街酒店一点也不为过。位处于香港核心地段、精致典雅的室内设计和亲切有礼的柜台接待员，完全颠覆了我对这精品酒店原本的印象。有别于一般的大品牌酒店，中环石板街酒店仅提供68间舒适的套房；被评选为最佳食府之一的附属意式餐厅Gradini Ristorante E Bar Italiano，除了提供多款经典的招牌意大利菜式，充满创意的精致下午茶也很受众人喜爱。

A stroll down the road for early morning Dim Sum in Lian Xiang Lou where food is served in push carts while service is still with old style attitude are what old Hong Kong living culture is all about. After breakfast, just around the corner, one can find street stalls selling varieties from Donald Trump’s masks, tourist products to fresh juice aligning the steps luring visitors to spend a few bucks. Walking a few hundred steps up and one will wander onto the first road Hong Kong built in 1844 – Hollywood Road, a place that is famous for its antique dealers, curio merchants and art galleries. If it is already time for lunch, then look for any Michelin star or guide or Hong Kong typical local down to earth coffee shop style will definitely be an experience. From the top, tourists may travel back down by taking the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the world, while exploring the boutique shops around. Usually by this time, the day would be hot if not raining. This is a good time to make an effort to connect with old friends or associates and the best place to meet and chit chat is non other than having a much needed relaxing hi tea in Pottinger Hong Kong. A sip of fine wine and tasting the little unique classy bites with good friends around is a perfect lifestyle that money cannot buy.

中环石板街酒店位于传统和现代邻近地区之间，被通称为石板街的砵典乍街历史悠久，是以香港殖民时代第一任港督砵甸乍爵士命名的街道，中西文化相融，繁华和传统并存。此精品酒店的格调品味正好与此一脉相传，游客想探索真正的香港精神和活力，留宿中环石板街酒店绝对是最佳的选择。

一早从酒店漫步至莲香楼叹早茶，从点心手推车至服务员的态度，一切都充满老香港的怀旧气息。早餐后徒步转过街角，可以看到不少贩卖特朗普的面具、旅游手信、新鲜果汁等各式贩卖品的摊贩。缓缓拾级而上，就走到了兴建于1844年的香港第一条街道—荷李活道，街道以两旁的古董店和艺术画廊闻名。到了午餐时间，找寻米其林星级餐厅或到典型的香港本土咖啡店用餐是一个不错的体验。过后游客还可以乘搭世上最长的户外有盖自动扶梯，沿途可发现众多特色餐厅及商店。通常在这个时候，可约朋友回到中环石板街酒店享用下午茶，喝杯美酒品尝精致小点，渡过用钱也难以购买的美好时光。

After tea, a quick shut eye, a good bath and getting ready, Hong Kong nightlife is yet another adventure one should not miss. One of Hong Kong’s most popular heritage restaurant is just 5 minutes walk from the hotel. Yung Kee is famous for its finger licking good roast goose and fine Chinese culinary dishes. Dinner probably will finish around 9.30pm or 10pm. Don’t be surprised to see a lot of people walking up and down Lan Kwai Fong when you walk out the restaurant because the night is still young and this is when the party begins. Lan Kwai Fong is the place to be when it comes to dining, drinking, socializing and loud music. People there are usually very friendly. Don’t worry about getting drunk and not being able to go back to the hotel as it is only 5 minutes away by foot. After a long day, rooms in Pottinger Hong Kong are considered above average in size and very good in terms of feel and comfort.

For the remaining days in Hong Kong, Central station is just 5 minutes away conveniently connecting almost all tourist and popular destinations including Disneyland and Airport Express. In short, Pottinger Hong Kong is the hotel one should seriously consider if convenience, class and lifestyle experience are what one is looks for when visiting Hong Kong.

午茶后，休息一阵子洗个澡，是时候开始体验香港夜生活的魅力。晚餐前往距离酒店约5分钟的步行路程的镛记酒家，是香港最受欢迎的餐厅之一，以让人食指大动的炭烧烧鹅驰名。夜正年轻，通常在9点30分或10点享用晚餐后，大部分人皆会往兰桂坊方向前行。兰桂坊是充满美食美酒、音乐喧哗的社交场所，那里的人通常都很友善。因酒店离兰桂坊仅5分钟步行路程，一点都不必担心喝醉后回不了酒店。经过漫长的一天后，中环石板街酒店一切高于平均水准的舒适套房的是最好的所在。

想去香港其他地方，中环港铁站仅距离五分钟步行路程，旅客去迪士尼乐园和机场快线也很方便。总之，位置便利、典雅舒适、可尽情体验香港多彩魅力的中环石板街酒店，是前往香港时值得认真考虑的酒店。