Mong Kok

Kowloon
Mong Kok
Find your way through Hong Kong’s busiest area to take in the sights and sounds of traditional street markets and food stalls.

Mong Kok is not only the most densely populated area of Hong Kong, but of the world. The name appropriately means “busy corner” in Cantonese, but don’t let that scare you away. The neighbourhood includes some of the city’s most popular stores and street markets, with clusters of market sellers specializing in one particular product, from goldfish to wedding dresses.

Locals and visitors buy, sell and haggle over all kinds of goods here in the streets of Mong Kok, which are characterized by their eclectic mix of old and new buildings. The area preserves traditional allure with small stores and stalls of the type that has now mostly disappeared from the rest of the city.

Part of the area’s charm comes from the distinctive nicknames given to certain streets, depending on what is sold there. Goldfish Street is centred at Tung Choi Street. Here you’ll find dozens of shops and stalls selling tropical fish and aquarium equipment, while the nearby Ladies’ Street is where all kinds of women’s clothing and accessories are sold. The practice continues with Flower Market Road and even Photocopy Street, a neighbourhood known for its large number of photocopying shops.

You’ll find the latest Japanese and Western fashions on Dundas and Shantung streets. Nearby Langham Place is just one of the many malls in the area full of well-known brand names, while the often crowded Argyle Centre sells inexpensive clothes and heavy metal CDs. The three-story Mong Kok Computer Centre is home to dozens of stores selling computer software, hardware and accessories.

Be sure to have a snack at one of the many food stalls on the streets of Mong Kok. Most of them sell traditional “finger foods” such as dim sum, fried tofu and fish balls, but there’s also Japanese, Thai and Italian food on offer.

To get to the heart of the shopping district, alight at Mong Kok MTR station (not Mong Kok East). Take the E2 exit and walk along Nathan Road.


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Top hotels in Mong Kok

The Cityview - Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
The Cityview - Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
4 out of 5
23 Waterloo Road, Yaumatei, Kowloon
The price is RM373 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM373
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Fabulous place to stay
"Excellent service, great room Hotel is surrounded by transpooptions, restaurants, markets and anything you might need"

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

The Cityview - Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
Cordis, Hong Kong
Cordis, Hong Kong
5 out of 5
555 Shanghai Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
The price is RM551 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
RM551
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,077 reviews)
"The family room option fit our living needs. The staff was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Cordis, Hong Kong
Royal Plaza Hotel
Royal Plaza Hotel
4.5 out of 5
193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, Kowloon
The price is RM521 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
RM521
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,058 reviews)
"Good space compare to other hotels of the same price range. I stayed many times. Some rooms are better than others. Expect small issues. The shower head might spin when in use."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Royal Plaza Hotel
Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong
Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong
4 out of 5
88 Tai Kok Tsui Road, Kowloon
The price is RM401 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
RM401
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy internet, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Very easy to live there and convenient"

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2024

Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong
Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok
Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok
4 out of 5
2 Soy Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM422 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM422
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Popular attractions Ocean Park and Nathan Road Shopping ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"The lobby of the hotel is very welcoming and the reception desk is very helpful and friendly. The room is spacious for HK standard."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok
Metropark Hotel Kowloon
Metropark Hotel Kowloon
4 out of 5
75 Waterloo Road, Mong Kok, Kowloon
Fully refundable
The price is RM417 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM417
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Ocean Park and Nathan ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"A bit different to Metropark Mong Kok because it’s further away from the main shopping area but it was still a walkable distance to YMT and Mong Kok Stations. Also very close to Mong Kok East Station. Staff were friendly, room was clean, easy check out. Just a bit weird to have the main reception ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2024

Metropark Hotel Kowloon
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Tai Kok Tsui

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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Prince Edward

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Yau Tsim Mong

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Jordan

Gourmet restaurants sacred temples and top sights from Temple Street Night Market to Shanghai Street – discover Jordan, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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King's Park

While King's Park isn't home to many top sights, Temple Street Night Market and Shanghai Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Yau Ma Tei

4/5(119 area reviews)

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