Mandarin Oriental begins extensive renovations at its flagship hotels in Hong Kong and Bangkok, focusing on heritage, design, and sustainability.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced significant renovation projects for its two flagship properties: Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok. The works form part of the Group’s broader strategy to enhance legacy assets while aligning them with contemporary hospitality standards and long-term sustainability goals.
In Hong Kong, the historic 1963-opened hotel will undergo a phased renovation beginning in Q2 2025, with completion anticipated in Q4 2026. The works include a full redesign of public areas and guestrooms, updated food and beverage venues, and enhancements to wellness facilities.
The hotel’s interiors will be reimagined by French designer Hubert de Malherbe, while guest accommodations will be overseen by Jeffrey Wilkes. Key upgrades include a new lobby lounge, a whisky and cigar bar, and 11 newly configured long-stay apartments. A new wellness club and redesigned Mandarin Spa will incorporate traditional and modern therapies.
The hotel’s dining concepts will also be revamped. These include an upgraded Mandarin Grill + Bar, an expanded Clipper Lounge, and a new pizza counter concept led by Chef Daniele Cason. In addition, Michelin-starred chef Daniel Boulud will open a restaurant at LANDMARK PRINCE’S, connected to the hotel via enclosed walkway, featuring views over Victoria Harbour.
Throughout the renovation, the hotel will continue to operate, with works divided into four phases to minimise disruption.
In Bangkok, the Mandarin Oriental’s renovation continues as it approaches its 150th anniversary in 2026. Following the 2019 refurbishment of its River Wing, current works focus on the Garden and Author’s wings, as well as multiple F&B and wellness venues.
New Look Chao Phraya Suite in the Garden Wing | Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
The guestroom redesign in the Garden and Author’s wings is again led by Jeffrey Wilkes and takes inspiration from the surrounding tropical gardens. In dining, Le Normandie will be relaunched in late 2025 under Anne-Sophie Pic, introducing her award-winning cuisine to Thailand for the first time. Lord Jim’s will also see a new concept from chef Alex Dilling, focused on fire-cooked, share-style dining.
The China House will be redesigned and relaunched under Chef Fei, who will present regional Chaozhou-inspired Cantonese cuisine. Nearby, Baan Phraya will undergo remodeling to enhance both architecture and culinary offerings, supported by an expanded on-site herb garden.
Additionally, the Bangkok hotel’s Fitness Centre will be fully modernised to integrate traditional Thai wellness with global fitness trends. Completion of the Bangkok renovations is expected by the end of 2025.
These renovations reflect the Group’s aim to preserve heritage while adapting to evolving guest expectations and industry standards.