Since debuting in 2019, Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Rosewood Hong Kong has raised the bar for luxury in the city as a pioneer of urban wellness, a champion of art and a popular dining destination. So, it’s no surprise that Harbour House — Rosewood’s answer to a presidential suite — sets another benchmark in Hong Kong.
For starters, the suite’s footprint is unmatched, stretching more than 10,000 square feet (including 5,217 square feet indoors and 4,802 outdoors), making it one of the largest in the region. Beyond its impressive scale, the residence’s 57th-floor perch promises arresting skyline views from sunrise to sunset, eclectic contemporary artwork and a heated infinity pool that seems to spill into Victoria Harbour.
Inside, take your pick of five rooms, unwind with a good book in the living room or invite friends over for dinner. A library also doubles as an office space and a private gym with Technogym equipment to help you keep up with routines while traveling.
The décor is full of surprises, too, like an octagonal motif on the ceiling referencing the Chinese bagua symbol, traditionally used in feng shui to assess a space’s energy that’s present throughout the hotel. There are also high-gloss maroon walls in the bedroom and a panoramic bathroom featuring a tub sculpted from a block of swirling white Arabescato marble.
“When we designed this space, we wanted to create a sense of calm, an elegant atmosphere and above all, the comfort of home,” says Alison Chi, the owner and creative director of tonychi studios, the renowned New York firm behind Rosewood Hong Kong’s look and feel. “It’s about more than just luxury — it’s about crafting a place that feels truly livable.”
A lofty design concept
When tasked with designing Harbour House, Chi and her team set out to elevate the traditional idea of a presidential suite. “We had already redefined [the presidential suite] as the Manor House at [Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star] Rosewood London. But here, we took it a step further — bringing it home as a fully residential experience, both in concept and construction,” Chi explains.
With this in mind, Harbour House was designed and built to the same high standards as an ultra-luxury private residence. Every element, from the custom doorways to its curated contemporary art collection, reflects the meticulous features of a high-end home.
The journey to Harbour House begins in its private entry foyer on the 57th floor, where a striking photographic work by Christian Tagliavini sets the tone for the ravishing spaces within.
“I love the entryway — the sense of anticipation before turning the corner and seeing the view is truly special,” Chi says. “That brief moment of suspense heightens the experience, making the reveal even more breathtaking.”
The interior architecture embraces classical details and proportions, with sophisticated moldings, rich textures and a pared-back color palette that combines shades of cream, white, gray and black with lots of natural wood and stone. “Our approach to color was guided by the concept of ‘home’ — first as a feeling of calm and wholeness, then as a space that reflects that sense of comfort,” Chi says.
Harmonious spaces and world-class art
More than just visually appealing, the layout of Harbour House was thoughtfully designed to feel at once private and social, with a natural flow between quiet, intimate corners and grand entertaining areas.
“The space is centered around private home life, framed by an iconic harbor view,” Chi says. “Back-to-back sofas anchor the living room — one facing the view, the other oriented toward entertainment, all serviced by a personal bar.”
A wood-paneled library nook is adjacent to the living room, offering a cozy retreat peppered with contemporary art and sculptures. Meanwhile, the dining room can expand into the garden area for larger celebrations, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.
Throughout the space, artwork by international creatives — including Barcelona’s Xavier García, the U.K.’s Simon Bingle and South Korea’s Shin Kyoung Ro and Sang Taek Oh — adds to the ambiance. Among the highlights, Marta Moreu’s bronze sculpture Viaje VI portrays a couple riding a horse into the distance, evoking a spirit of adventure.
Enchanting outdoor areas
One of Harbour House’s most arresting features is its sprawling harbor-front terrace — a rare luxury in a high-rise urban hotel, especially in a densely populated place like Hong Kong. Custom French doors by Capoferri lead to the inviting alfresco space.
Designed in collaboration with Capoferri and Thailand-based P Landscape, the terrace was envisioned as a garden retreat, complete with boxed topiary and purple petunias, while majestic banyan and camphor trees provide shade during Hong Kong’s blazing summer months.
At the heart of the terrace is a 42-foot infinity pool, where dips reward you with uninterrupted vistas of Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong Island and the forested mountains beyond. Facing west, it also offers front-row seats to the city’s breathtaking sunsets and fireworks displays during major celebrations like Lunar New Year.
“The goal was to create a terrace that felt like an extension of the home, not just an outdoor add-on,” Chi says. “It’s a space that invites both solitude and celebration — whether for quiet reflection or hosting an elegant soirée.”
An army of caretakers
Harbour House is as much about the bespoke service as the striking design and views. Throughout the stay, you are attended to by a personal butler providing round-the-clock assistance, including unpacking luggage, arranging transportation and curating private outings.
You can also enlist a private chef to craft customized dining experiences, whether a tailored nutrition regimen or dishes replicated from the Hong Kong hotel’s heralded restaurants — spanning Chinese, Indian, Italian, French and Spanish cuisines.
With a fully stocked bar, you can also elevate your stay by inviting a mixologist from DarkSide, the hotel’s swanky jazz bar, to stir up a few signature or bespoke cocktails in the comfort of the suite.
More reasons to visit
Just an elevator ride away, you have the rest of the Five-Star Rosewood Hong Kong — not to mention the dynamic Tsim Sha Tsui district — at your doorstep.
If some relaxation is in order, head to Five-Star Asaya, a 40,000-square-foot garden oasis spanning two floors. The holistic wellness concept partnered with the French luxury brand Guerlain to create personalized spa treatments and more, from high-tech facials and aromatherapy massages to immersive sound baths, art therapy and consults with resident experts.
The hotel also boasts 11 diverse restaurants and bars under one roof. At The Legacy House, Cantonese cuisine takes center stage, with delicacies like double-boiled soups and exquisite dim sum served against dramatic harbor views. For a dose of indulgence, CHAAT elevates Indian street food, while Bluhouse perfects authentic Italian flavors.
The aforementioned DarkSide is a sultry cocktail bar just off the lobby that carries a selection of rare spirits and locally inspired cocktails accompanied by live jazz. We’re also fans of afternoon tea in the Butterfly Room, where a trio of Damien Hirst butterfly-themed art pieces flutters overhead as carts of pastries, cakes and chocolates sate sweet cravings.
The luxury hotel sits along Victoria Harbour in the heart of Victoria Dockside — a design, arts and retail hub in Tsim Sha Tsui — so it’s easy to explore from this luxurious home. Just steps away, K11 MUSEA curates high fashion and contemporary art, while the beloved Star Ferry chugs across to Hong Kong Island in about 10 minutes.
For art aficionados, the nearby Hong Kong Museum of Art and M+ present curated exhibitions from some of the world’s most visionary artists. Just be sure to return to Harbour House before sunset to soak in your private infinity pool, drink in hand, and watch the light dance over the harbor.
