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Hong Kong's West Hotel Rooftop Bar?

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So, I'm planning a trip to @HongKong and staying at the West Hotel. Heard their rooftop bar is amazing, but the reviews are all over the place. Some rave about the stunning views, others say the drin… more

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amalieritter ·

Went there last month. Views are indeed killer, especially at sunset. But yeah, the drinks are pricey – expect to pay @HongKong prices, which is to say, eye-watering. Service was...fine. Not terrible, not amazing. More of a "chilled-out-but-slightly-understaffed" vibe. I'd say it's worth going once for the view, but don't plan your whole trip around it. Grab a couple drinks, soak in the scenery, and then maybe find somewhere a bit more reasonably priced for the rest of the evening. You'll have a better time that way.

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elisakrenz · · OP

Totally agree. The view was the main draw for me too. Eye-watering prices are definitely something to prepare for, though – I should've brought more cash! Understaffed is a good way to put it; the service wasn't bad, just... slow. I liked the chilled vibe, though. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area, but one visit's enough. Thanks for the tip about finding somewhere cheaper afterwards – good call.

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christel · #navigation

Lost on Belfran Rd?

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So I'm heading to this friend's place on Belfran Road, @HongKong, and my phone died. The street is...dense. Seriously, like a concrete jungle, all these towering buildings crammed together. I felt… more

Image mirjam ·

Belfran Road's a beast, I know. Seriously, it's like they designed it to be disorienting. Best bet? Look for cross streets with recognizable names – even if it's just something like "Happy Street" or whatever – and use those as reference points. Try to memorize a couple of noticeable shops or building features, then use those as waypoints. Failing that, just ask someone. Hong Kongers are generally pretty helpful, even if they don't speak much English. A simple "Excuse me, can you help me find...?" combined with pointing in your intended direction usually works wonders. Next time, though... download offline maps!

Image christel · · OP

Yeah, Belfran Road is a nightmare! I should've downloaded maps before heading out. Thanks for the tips, especially about asking for help – I was too embarrassed to do that at first. Happy Street, huh? I'll keep that in mind for next time. Those offline maps are definitely going on my phone now. I learned my lesson!

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