In the midst of Causeway Bay’s constant motion, Lanson Place delivers a quieter, more refined stay — where elegant interiors, well-appointed suites and narrative-driven cocktails invite guests to slow down.
Set on the quieter stretch of Leighton Road, Lanson Place Causeway Bay feels intentionally residential – a welcome respite from the city’s relentless pace. Designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, the hotel blends French elegance with soft pastel tones, creating an atmosphere that feels polished but never showy. Beyond the reception, L’Orangerie on the ground floor is designed like a charming greenhouse, complete with plush sofas.
A member of Small Luxury Hotels (SLH.com), the property boasts 188 rooms, serviced apartments and six penthouses, all designed with light, space and comfort in mind. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the rooms with natural light, while layouts prioritise liveability, with dedicated work areas and generous lounging spaces. Some of the suites have kitchenettes with fridges, microwave ovens, kitchenware and more – perfect for heating up your takeaway egg tarts or polo buns.
The six penthouses elevate the experience further with open-plan living and dining areas, en suite bedrooms, walk-in wardrobes and oversized windows. For longer stays, the serviced residences are equipped with induction cookers, dishwashers, washer-dryers and full-size refrigerators, alongside SMEG kettles and Le Creuset cookware.
At the elegant Salon Place, guests can enjoy a semi-buffet breakfast, lunch or dinner. New highlights for the lunch menu include pan‑fried red snapper served with spring vegetables laced with a lemon white wine butter sauce.
For dinner, tuck into gremolata and macadamia-crusted grilled king salmon featuring premium wild-caught New Zealand salmon paired with wilted kale, beetroot and a traditional dill cream. Round off with vanilla panna cotta or Granny Smith apple galette. After a day of shopping and exploring the city, there’s also crowd-pleasing comfort food to tuck in – think slurp-worthy Vietnamese pho and Malaysian curry laksa.
For pre-dinner drinks, the hotel is particularly inviting during happy hour, when the Hong Kong Odyssey evening cocktail package pairs a signature drink with a set of six canapes. The cocktail programme comprises 21 original drinks inspired by iconic Hong Kong landmarks and stories, with three cocktails presented each evening on rotation. Each arrives alongside an illustrated postcard depicting street scenes around the hotel – from Causeway Bay to Wan Chai and Tai Hang. As you sip your drink, you can even pen a message on the postcard, which Salon Lanson will mail on your behalf. A charming, analogue touch.
Standout concoctions include Leighton 133, named after the hotel’s address. Crisp and refreshing, it blends vodka with cucumber, yuzu vinegar, cypress and a touch of salt. Fire Gun is bolder, built on sake, cherry liqueur, whisky, sweet vermouth and bitters.
The Yum Cha Sour reimagines the classic whisky sour with Darjeeling tea and red wine resulting in a floral, citrus-tinged cocktail. Forgotten Island nods to the vanished Kellett Island with calvados, peach and soda. For something lighter, Victoria’s Spritz blends Aperol, blood orange and orange blossom water into a low-alcohol option that’s easy to return to.
To accompany the drinks, executive chef Chris Leung curates rotating canapé menus of sweet and savoury bites. Highlights range from foie gras parfait with golden raisin chutney and Hokkaido scallop ceviche with avocado and caviar, to plancha-grilled prawns with paprika aioli, and mini Peking duck wraps.
Within a short walking distance are Times Square, Sogo and numerous boutiques. There is a host of casual local eateries too – ideal for late night supper – if you must. Lanson Place is a sanctuary of sorts to exhale and reset after navigating Causeway Bay’s shops and streets. Service is warm, gracious and always ready to assist. In between the bustle and the skyline, the hotel offers moments of pause. Meals worth lingering over, drinks with a story, and a stay that invites you to slow down.
To book, visit SLH.com for more details.