There’s nothing quite like smelling the fresh sea breeze and basking warm sun on your skin in the mornings. If you love being near the water, forget staying at a waterfront hotel and instead book a houseboat for your next family staycation in Hong Kong. The following houseboats offer a choice of spacious luxury boat models and catamarans, to large and unique designs. They’re suited to any style and budget, so you’re sure to find one that you love. Spend your days shopping and exploring Hong Kong’s amazing activities with your kids, before returning to your houseboat accommodation to relax on the water.
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This European-styled houseboat is a modern, relaxing place to spend your family staycation in Hong Kong. The boat has a maximum capacity of 14 people for entertaining, as well as four rooms for the whole family to stay. With two bathrooms, an open kitchen, and a spacious living room, you don’t feel like you’re on a boat at all when you’re inside. Plus, the rear balcony and a front deck to get some fresh sea air and warm sun.
Tangaroa Houseboat, Aberdeen Fishing Village, South Hong Kong Island, +852 5443 0954, info@aberdeenflair.com, www.aberdeenflair.com/tangaroa
This large houseboat has a vintage flair to it with a nod to British design elements. You can instantly see in the classic wooden exterior and ceiling beams, along with creamy, light decor. The whole family can enjoy the space with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and even an entertainment room separator to the large open dining area. Up to eight people can comfortably sleep here, with an extra capacity for a maximum of 14 people to be entertained on board.
Vintage Houseboat, Aberdeen Fishing Village, South Hong Kong Island, +852 5443 0954, info@aberdeenflair.com, www.aberdeenflair.com/vintage
The Cipango houseboat boasts the beautiful decor of classic Japanese minimalism, with all the space and amenities you need. The mixture of wood, bamboo, and rattan gives a natural, organic vibe to the interior space. You can tune into Netflix in the spacious open living and dining space, complete with floor pillows and a low coffee table for some afternoon tea. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, it can sleep seven people comfortably. Enjoy the sea breeze and watch the sunset from the rooftop terrace.
Cipango Houseboat, Aberdeen Fishing Village, South Hong Kong Island, +852 5443 0954, info@aberdeenflair.com, www.aberdeenflair.com/cipango
Set out a delicious BBQ in the upstairs deck to enjoy with your family in this light and spacious houseboat in the Aberdeen Fishing Village. The boat is named after Keas, a woman who loves cooking for others and even offers continental or buffet breakfasts and other meals for guests. This staycation in Hong Kong is also great for young kids, as there is a designated kid's playroom with a Nintendo Wii, plus puzzles, games, and lots of movies to choose from.
Keas Houseboat, Aberdeen Fishing Village, South Hong Kong Island, +852 5443 0954, info@aberdeenflair.com, www.aberdeenflair.com/keas
The location of this houseboat is a winner, as it’s moored in the trendy Soho east area scattered with bars and top-rated restaurants. The boat is spacious for a family, sleeping eight guests across the four-cabin bedrooms. Indulge in the large jacuzzi in the master bathroom and enjoy lounging in the large entertainment area. This boat is perfect for relaxing, while still being close to some entertainment. You can walk to one of the waterfront bars, or cook your own BBQ dinner on the open rooftop deck.
SoHo East Houseboat, Shau Kee Wan Typhoon Shelter, East Hong Kong Island, www.airbnb.com/rooms/43863700?source_impression_id=p3_1632974677_iXZEWO%2FO7EFvz8A6&guests=1&adults=1
Families of up to five adults and two children can stay in this spacious houseboat located in the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter in Hong Kong’s South. It has all the luxuries you need, including a fully equipped kitchen, a large TV room for movie nights, and a rooftop deck with a BBQ grill overlooking the Marina. Go out for a day visiting one of the many museums of Hong Kong, and come back and enjoy houseboat living on your staycation.
Spacious Houseboat, Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter, South Hong Kong Island, www.airbnb.com/rooms/39783675?source_impression_id=p3_1614660765_ELMTT2l3CxnLNHL8
If you love luxury staycations, look no further than the Black Dragon houseboat. You’ll forget you’re on a boat until you walk out to the huge deck and see the cityscape across the water as you smell the sea breeze. A family of six can enjoy their staycation in Hong Kong here. There’s an open living and dining area and a separate entertainment space that feels like a private mini cinema. The large rooftop BBQ area is also a guest favorite when they stay on the Black Dragon houseboat.
Black Dragon Houseboat, Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter, South Hong Kong Island, www.airbnb.com/rooms/41486337?source_impression_id=p3_1637085287_LmhYuW6LzhpRN%2BNu&guests=1&adults=1
This is a unique houseboat is a large lagoon catamaran moored in the Shau Kee Wan Typhoon Shelter in East Hong Kong Island. The four bedrooms can sleep up to eight guests, so large families can comfortably enjoy their staycation here. Some of the guest reviews highlight how helpful the crew is throughout the stay, as well as the spacious interior being soothing and light-filled. The upper deck lounge area is perfect for early mornings and sunsets to enjoy the fresh air and stunning city views.
Lagoon Catamaran, Shau Kee Wan Typhoon Shelter, East Hong Kong Island, www.airbnb.com/rooms/47824002?source_impression_id=p3_1637085274_hfdQYo6bnfYIymOn&guests=1&adults=1
The Dream Princess is located in the historical industrial district of Kwun Tong. The boat fits up to six family members and has all the amenities you need for any staycation (plus the amazing water views of the Kwun Tong Pier). This houseboat is great for the family that loves to be out and about enjoying the cultural arts scene during the day and come back to rest in a comfortable space. It’s also very close to the Kwun Tong Shopping district and night market.
Dream Princess, Kwun Tong Pier Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, www.hotels.com/ho1547938304/yacht-hotel-dream-princess-kowloon-hong-kong-sar
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