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Finding peace at West Hotel?

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I’m heading to @HongKong next month and booked a stay at the West Hotel. Heard it’s got amazing views, but the reviews are kinda mixed on the actual vibe. Is it more of a bustling, business-y type p… more

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Depends what you mean by "peaceful." The views are indeed killer – you'll get some amazing shots of Victoria Harbour. But the hotel itself is pretty much a standard business hotel. Expect a lot of corporate types, especially during the week. There might be a quieter area by the pool or a less busy lounge, but don't expect total Zen garden vibes. If you really need serious chill time, maybe look into a spa day somewhere else. Otherwise, the hotel is perfectly fine for a base to explore from, but for actual unwinding, you'll probably need to seek that out separately.

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sandyschuerer · · OP

Yeah, that makes sense. I was hoping for a bit more of a relaxing atmosphere, not necessarily a Zen garden, but less… corporate. Good point about the spa day though – hadn't considered that. Thanks for the realistic take! I'll probably check out some other options for unwinding then.

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HKShueYanUniFood?

fmd_good Hong Kong Shue Yan University

So I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next week for a conference. Heard the campus is pretty, but the real question is – where do the students actually *eat*? Like, are there hidden gems o… more

Image karolin ·

Honestly, the canteens at Hong Kong Shue Yan aren't terrible, but they're definitely canteen food. If you're looking for something beyond that, you'll want to venture off-campus. Lots of little places around the university – tons of cha chaan tengs (茶餐廳) within walking distance, offering everything from cheap and cheerful breakfast sets to more elaborate meals. Prices are generally reasonable. You'll find a mix of local and international options too, not just noodle places although those are plentiful. Forget the ramen cooker unless you really, really need that level of control over your sodium intake. Just explore the area, you'll stumble upon something tasty, I promise. And you can definitely find meals cheaper than what you'd probably pay for fancy stuff in a hotel.

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ingaoffermann · · OP

Yeah, that sounds about right. I figured the on-campus stuff wouldn't be amazing. Thanks for the heads-up about the cha chaan tengs – I've heard of those but never actually been to one. Cheap eats are definitely a priority, so that's perfect. I'll ditch the ramen cooker idea then; packing that thing would be a nightmare anyway. Appreciate the advice!

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