I will be visiting Hong Kong for the first time later this year and am looking for suggestions as to the best or favorite hotel? (either Hong Kong island or Kowloon)
I agree, the Peninsula is the best. Service is excellent as well. The higher floors offer excellent views. I would say the Four Seasons is the next best hotel and then the Manadarin Oriental is a close third.
At the very least, you must have high tea in the lobby of the Peninsula. It would be a shame to travel all that way and miss one of life's simple pleasures.
We love the Hong Kong InterContinental on Kowloon side. A room or suite facing the harbor is spectaculor. It is as convenient as staying at the Peninsula with better views.
The Peninsula is the best hotel in Hong Kong, with a great location and also has private helicopter tours from its rooftop, one of the best ways to see all of the Hong Kong islands.