Travel: The World’s Highest Hotel

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong opened its doors on March 29th and dominates the skyline as the world’s “highest” hotel, as well as the 75th location and 16th location in Asia. The newest addition to luxury sits at the very top of the International Commerce Centre (ICC) in Hong Kong, occupying floors 102 to 118. Breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour and the iconic Hong Kong skyline can be seen from the posh new playground.
To enjoy yourself in the culinary department, indulge in three restaurants on the 102nd floor. Tin Lung Heen features refined Chinese food, Tosca is decadent Italian and The Lounge and Bar will have you relaxing around crystal fire pits.  To satisfy your sweet tooth, there is a chocolate-themed lounge named The Chocolate Library on the 103rd floor and a stylish patisserie located on the 9th floor. The Chocolate Library will let you experience chocolate breakfast, chocolate afternoon tea and chocolate drinks galore. The crown jewel could possible be Ozone, located on the 118th floor. Now know as the world’s highest al fresco dining, the modern restaurant will serve Asian tapas, signature drinks and a social scene like no other.
All 312 suites at the hotel have panoramic views of the city and harbor. Amenities include  WiFi, iPod docking stations, blu-ray DVD players and flat screen TVs. The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA is the ultimate in urban spa sanctuary experiences. Located on the 116th floor and featuring nine deluxe treatment rooms and two couple’s suites all with floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views, the spa will appeal to both residential guests and Hong Kong citizens alike and offer a true escape from the city some 16,000 feet below.
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong has one of the largest ballrooms in the city at 10,000 sqft. Elaborately decorated with a sea of crystal chandeliers, the décor of the Diamond Ballroom is suited to weddings, meetings and gala events.
In the bottom levels of the ICC, the one million square foot Elements shopping mall offers some of the finest shopping in Hong Kong with luxury brand names featured throughout this world-class, city-center location.
For more information: www.RitzCarlton.com/HongKong
Note: This article has been reprinted on Examiner.com

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