Hong Kong to be home to world’s tallest hotel
The world’s tallest hotel is set to open in Hong Kong in March next year, The Independent has reported.
The new Ritz-Carlton will occupy the 102nd to 118th floors of the 484 metre high International Commerce Centre (ICC) – the tallest building in Hong Kong and fourth tallest in the world.
Guests will be able to stay in one of 312 rooms, each equipped with WiFi, iPod docking stations and flat screen TV’s, dine in one of six restaurants and swim in what is set to be the highest pool in the world.
Simon Cooper, president of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, commented, “Hong Kong is one of the world’s greatest cities and we are delighted to be returning with such an iconic and dynamic hotel.
“Occupying the top 16 floors of the ICC tower in Hong Kong is a truly unique location for a hotel, offering panoramic views across Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island.”
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