Suite spot: inside The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, one of the world’s highest hotels

While the corridors leading to the rooms felt somewhat dimly lit, they open dramatically into gorgeous rooms with those killer views that I had anticipated. The attention to detail is evident everywhere—from desserts and The Ritz-Carlton’s signature sparkling tea welcoming me to cushioned window perches perfectly positioned for view-gazing sessions.

Those staying in The Ritz-Carlton suite can expect the signature luxury that The Ritz-Carlton brand is well-reputed for. We’re talking about a vast living room perfect for hosting an intimate party, a quiet study if you want to catch up on your reading, a glorious master bedroom with equally glorious views, a spacious bathroom that feels like a spa retreat, and many nooks and corners for privacy, Instagrammable moments and more. Among all these, it’s the chandelier in the living room that took our breath away.

The Ritz-Carlton houses several dining venues, but it was Tin Lung Heen, its two-Michelin-starred restaurant, that we chose to experience. Located on the 102nd floor, this temple to refined Cantonese cuisine didn’t disappoint. Boasting a rich décor with gold and red accents, with Victoria Harbour providing a dramatic backdrop, Tin Lung Heen creates the perfect setting for an indulgent meal. And indulged we were, from the amuse bouche to the dessert, with chef Paul Lau Ping Lui’s creations being a feast for the eyes, the tummy and the soul. Those who like Cantonese cuisine will especially like the double-boiled chicken and fish maw soup in baby coconut, the fried rice with abalone, goose and dried shrimp wrapped in lotus leaf and the chilled mango cream with sago and pomelo. Being a seafood lover myself, I also loved the freshness of the crab meat in the stuffed deep-fried crab shell. Yum!

For me, no staycation is complete without getting a spa treatment and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong truly lives up to its billing as one of the best spas in Hong Kong. I chose the 90-minute hot stone spa with a facial, and while I could go on and on about how loose and relaxed my muscles felt and how I almost dozed off during the spa, let’s keep it short and say—it was 90 minutes of pure bliss.

The spa facilities are comprehensive: separate relaxation lounges for male and female guests, heat experience areas with aroma steam and stone saunas, plus a state-of-the-art fitness centre with an outdoor terrace.

The indoor swimming pool is impressive too—with its 28-metre length, mirrored ceiling, and high-resolution LED wall, swimming here feels like swimming among the clouds.

I’d strongly recommend booking one of the Club rooms, which grants exclusive access to the 24-hour Club Lounge on the 116th floor. Situated 465 metres above sea level, it offers all-day perks including complimentary breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, hors d’oeuvres, and cordials, plus express check-in and check-out services and a concierge service.

But beyond these perks, what makes this space special is that it well and truly feels like a comfy, homely lived-in space, stocked with books, magazines, newspapers, munchies and drinks, basically everything you need to unwind after a long day.