ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong
📍 1 Yuen Hong Street, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
From 1 100.79 HKD/night
1 101 – 2 684 HKD
21 sqm – 57 sqm
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong



















































































ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong offers 31 room types, ranging from 21 m2 to 57 m2. Nightly room prices range from 1 101 to 2 684 HKD. Book your stay directly through H5star.
What Defines ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL
618-room riverside hotel
A contemporary five-star hotel in Sha Tin with 618 guestrooms and a modern riverside concept.
Rooftop mountain-view pool
A rooftop outdoor swimming pool offers panoramic mountain views, sun loungers, towels and umbrellas.
270-foot buffet table
Alva House, the all-day dining restaurant, features a 270-foot-long buffet table.
Top-floor Japanese dining
Mizutani is a top-floor Japanese restaurant with a contemporary flair.
Private Cantonese dining rooms
Yat Heen serves refined Cantonese cuisine and includes five private rooms plus The Patio foyer.
Family accommodation choices
Family rooms, connecting rooms, and triple and quad configurations are available; kids stay free and highchairs are provided.
Sha Tin cycling access
The hotel offers bicycle rental and bike tours, with Bicycle Park approximately 10 minutes away by car.
Event-ready dining venue
Yat Heen's five private rooms and The Patio foyer support private dining, meetings and small to medium gatherings.
Dedicated fitness centre
Wellness facilities include a state-of-the-art gym or fitness centre alongside the rooftop pool.
Practical transport facilities
Facilities and services include EV charging, valet parking, accessible parking, shuttle or taxi services and proximity to a train station.
Featured Facilities at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong
- Outdoor Pool
- Parking
- Rooftop Pool
Which Type of Stay Is It Best For?
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong is best suited to business stays, with fewer dedicated facilities for families.
Panoramic mountain views from the rooftop pool create a scenic leisure setting, while Yat Heen’s five private rooms and The Patio foyer provide intimate Cantonese dining or private gatherings.
Mizutani adds contemporary Japanese cuisine on the top floor.
- ✓Rooftop pool
- ✓Bike tours
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Outdoor furniture
- ✓Walking tours
The rooftop pool, with panoramic mountain views, pairs swimming with a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Seasonal outdoor access from April to October, listed pool hours of 7am to 9pm, loungers and umbrellas support exercise and relaxation.
- ✓Fitness facilities
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓Fitness center
- ✓Access to health care professionals
- ✓Outdoor pool - seasonal
Family rooms, connecting rooms, and triple or quad configurations give families practical accommodation choices.
Kids stay free, while highchairs support younger diners; the rooftop pool, bicycle rental and nearby Bicycle Park add outdoor options in Sha Tin.
- ✓Family rooms
- ✓Minimarket on site
Meeting and event facilities include Yat Heen’s five private rooms and The Patio foyer, suitable for private dining and small to medium gatherings.
A train station, free area shuttle, concierge service, EV charging and valet parking add practical support for local corporate visits.
- ✓Express check-in/check-out
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Shuttle service
- ✓Car hire
- ✓Contactless check-in/check-out
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- ✓Currency exchange
- ✓Dry cleaning
- ✓Electric vehicle charging station
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Invoice provided
- ✓Laundry
- ✓Mobile app for room service
- ✓Safety deposit box
- ✓Valet parking
- ✓Vending machine - drinks
- ✓Vending machine - snacks
Rooms & Rates at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL
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A Modern Riverside Hotel Built Around Light Luxury
Contemporary Sha Tin identity
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL is positioned as a contemporary high-rise hotel in Sha Tin, New Territories East, with a design direction described as light luxury and a concept linking well-being, discovery and the surrounding environment.
Social spaces for stays and events
The property combines stylish modern interiors with a shared lounge, lobby television area, concierge service, snack bar, sports bar and substantial meeting and function spaces. Yat Heen’s private-dining programme extends into The Patio, a dedicated foyer for pre-function gatherings and intimate events.
618 Guestrooms with Connecting and Family Configurations
Flexible accommodation formats
The hotel has 618 guestrooms, including accessible rooms, family rooms, connecting rooms, and triple and quad configurations. Some accommodation categories also include dressing areas or sitting areas, providing additional layout flexibility beyond the standard guestroom format.
A 270-Foot Buffet and Top-Floor Japanese Dining
Three distinct restaurant concepts
Mizutani occupies the top floor and serves Japanese cuisine with a contemporary flair. Yat Heen focuses on refined Cantonese cuisine, while Alva House operates as the all-day dining restaurant and is defined by its 270-foot-long buffet table.
Private dining and informal venues
Yat Heen includes five private rooms and The Patio foyer for private dining, meetings and small to medium gatherings. The wider dining programme also includes PitStop sports bar, a snack bar or lounge area and a coffee house.
Broad dining provisions
Breakfast is offered as a buffet, while Yat Heen provides à la carte lunch service. Special-diet menus are available on request, and halal-certified dining is listed among the hotel's dining provisions; wine and champagne are available for an additional charge.
Rooftop Swimming with Panoramic Mountain Views
Seasonal rooftop pool
The rooftop outdoor swimming pool is described as thermostatic and seasonally open from April to October. Listed operating hours are 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with panoramic mountain views, sun loungers or beach chairs, pool towels and sun umbrellas.
Cycling and guided outdoor activities
Outdoor leisure provisions include bicycle rental, bike tours and walking tours. The hotel is approximately 10 minutes by car from Bicycle Park, while a garden is also listed among the property's facilities.
A Rooftop Fitness and Swimming-Oriented Wellness Offer
Gym and rooftop exercise facilities
The wellness offer is centred on a state-of-the-art gym or fitness centre and the rooftop swimming pool. Fitness activity access is listed among the hotel's services, with the pool adding an outdoor swimming option and mountain views.
Event, access and transport infrastructure
The hotel provides substantial function facilities, including Yat Heen's five private rooms and The Patio foyer. Other significant practical facilities include accessible parking, private and valet parking, EV charging, shuttle or taxi services, a 24-hour front desk and concierge service.
Sha Tin’s River Corridor, Rail Links and Village Heritage
A residential New Territories setting
Sha Tin is a residential-scale district in Hong Kong's New Territories, known for its river corridor, transport links, outdoor recreation and access to cultural sites. The area's character is shaped more by cycling, village heritage and local connections than by dense central-city nightlife.
Nearby villages, temples and recreation
Referenced nearby destinations include Tai Wai Village, approximately 3.3 kilometres away, Che Kung Temple at approximately 3.6 kilometres, Tsang Tai Uk Village and Snoopy's World. Bicycle Park is around 10 minutes away by car, and the hotel is positioned near a train station.
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Sentiment analysis
| Category | Score | Guest Sentiment |
|---|---|---|
| Cleanliness | 9.64 | Multiple reviews praised the rooms as 'very clean' and 'clean and comfortable.' |
| Service | 9.99 | Numerous mentions of 'good service' and 'staff were super quick to respond.' |
| Location | 9.65 | Convenient and good location with easy access mentioned in several reviews. |
| Room Quality | 9.1 | General comments note 'comfy beds' but some negative remarks on temperature control. |
| Amenities | 8.63 | Several complaints about the pool not being functional and laundry issues. |
| Value for Money | 9.59 | Several reviews indicated 'value for money' and 'reasonable rates.' |
| Food and Beverage | 8.64 | Breakfast selection seen as limited and restaurant food considered pricey. |
| Overall Experience | 9.99 | Positive sentiments across reviews with a consistent theme of pleasant stays. |
Guest reviews
We analysed 1,567 reviews and found 324 containing specific, useful feedback about ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL. The feedback is organised by topic so you can quickly see what guests say about the property.
Rooms: What guests say
188 relevant reviewsRooms are repeatedly described as clean, comfortable, well-equipped, and spacious by Hong Kong standards, with comfortable beds, good showers, quiet interiors, and some attractive river or mountain views. However, some family/connecting rooms are extremely small; recurring concerns include cigarette or drain odors, carpet stains, cold rooms, dated furniture, and bathroom privacy or maintenance issues.
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The apartment with river view (our favourite Room 1227) was spotlessly clean with ample shelves, storage cabinets, and wardrobe.
The room is labeled as a family room but it's extremely small for the price and there's no room to move around.
First room smelled of smoke even though it’s a non smoking property.
The room was spotless, thoughtfully equipped, and the bed wonderfully comfortable—perfect for unwinding after a long day.See all reviews about rooms
Staff: What guests say
186 relevant reviewsGuests most often describe staff as friendly, helpful, attentive, and professional, especially at reception, concierge, and housekeeping; several praise quick problem-solving and named employees. However, reviews also report impersonal or rude service, poor communication and limited explanations, plus rushed housekeeping with missed cleaning. Experiences vary considerably by department and employee.
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The staff were friendly and helpful.
the staff were super friendly and helpful, they helped with information about the bus to the airport and even gave me HK$20 for the bus when the money exchange machine did not work
He's in the wrong job - no guest paying for a stay in a hotel needs to tolerate rude backchat from staff.
The cleaners just rush to get through to other rooms. We tested them by placing items behind the pillows. They didn’t even move the pillows; they told us they were rubbish at cleaning. The floors were not hoovered. Bathrooms not cleaned, just rushing to get to the next room.See all reviews about staff
Location: What guests say
166 relevant reviewsThe hotel is in a quiet, greener Sha Tin setting with two MTR stations roughly 5–10 minutes away, airport buses nearby or at the entrance, and a frequent shuttle. It offers river, mountain, cycling and hiking access, local malls and eateries, but central Hong Kong and major attractions typically require 30–40 minutes by MTR.
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The hotel is near a bus stop and there is a convenience store right downstairs, and two MTR stations about an eight-ten minute walk away, but otherwise there isn't a ton in the immediate vicinity.
Although it is a bit further away from the centre, it is very close to the station and easily can get into town within half an hour.
Airport bus stop right outside hotel made access via airport bus simple.
Nearby cycling tracks along rivers were very enjoyable, and we reached the Heritage Museum and Che Kung Temple easily.See all reviews about location
Overall: What guests say
99 relevant reviewsReviews repeatedly praise Alva Hotel’s cleanliness, modern design, comfort, friendly and responsive service, river views, transport access, laundry, and value. It suits Shatin events and quieter stays, though it is somewhat distant from central Hong Kong, prices can feel high, and some guests found service below five-star expectations.
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Loved the view towards the river though this wasn’t an option I had chosen while booking.
The overall hotel is not bad, there is a 7-Eleven downstairs, and there is an airport bus that can be taken at the entrance. It may take 5 to 8 minutes on foot to the nearest subway station, and it is a bit far from the city center.
The room service was done everyday and towels changed everyday. Furnitures were all new and everything works well in the room.
This so-called 5-star hotel is disappointing. Nothing about this place feels worthy of five stars—definitely not worth the price.See all reviews about overall
Facilities: What guests say
100 relevant reviewsGuests repeatedly praise the clean, modern facilities, rooftop pool, gym, free bicycles, self-service laundry, water dispensers on every floor, and convenient 7-Eleven. Drawbacks include occasional pool closures, costly laundry, no bottled water or loan adapters, confusing elevators, worn carpets, limited changing rooms, and inconsistent shuttle availability.
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Free bicycles, great dinner buffet with 50% discount for hotel guests, nice pool on the roof, convenient 7/11 on the ground floor.
The hotel does not provide bottled water, but there is a machine on each floor where you can refill your water bottle, which is a very good arrangement.
There’s a self-service laundry at level 3 which was extremely useful albeit a little pricey.
The elevator so confusing us, difficult to use at the first few days! they need to tell every customer how to use on arrival.See all reviews about facilities
Breakfast: What guests say
97 relevant reviewsBreakfast reviews are mixed: many praise the extensive Asian and Western buffet, taste, and made-to-order eggs or noodles, while recurring criticisms cite repetitive, limited choices, weak Western and vegetarian options, inconsistent quality, poor coffee, and dishes running out. Several guests also report unexpected charges, including $40 per person and extra fees for children.
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Excellent breakfast: extended hours, quality, and a very wide variety of buffet offerings.
The breakfast buffet is boring (same dishes every day) and offers little to no choices for western travelers.
Being a vegetarian I felt there was bare options when it came to food during breakfast.
I booked through Booking.com, breakfast included, however when I arrive for breakfast I was advised breakfast was not included and it was an additional $40 per person each day.See all reviews about breakfast
Transport: What guests say
57 relevant reviewsThe A41 airport bus stops directly outside, making airport access easy and affordable. The nearest MTR stations are generally a manageable 5–10-minute walk, while free shuttles serve stations, shopping areas, and Shatin. However, the hotel is outside the center, journeys take 30–45 minutes, and shuttle frequency, hours, destinations, and reliability are recurring concerns.
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The bus stop from HK Airport goes directly to the property when you take the A41, making the trip from the airport a breeze.
Convenient 8-10 minute walk to the nearest MTR station (Shek Mun or City One).
The free hotel shuttle was also very useful (if we timed it correctly) to get you to the Shek Mun station or other listed locations.
I used the shuttle bus to Shimen Station nearby, but on the way back it was late and they refused to let me on! I took a taxi home.See all reviews about transport
Pool: What guests say
44 relevant reviewsThe rooftop pool is a recurring highlight, praised for cleanliness, maintenance, city or river views, and a quiet atmosphere; it is described as roughly 25–30 metres long. Frequent drawbacks include closure in winter, rain, thunderstorms, or maintenance, limited hours, advance reservations, and water that can be too cold or unheated.
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Very nice swimming pool on the rooftop with a fantastic view over the city.
The swimming pool was basically good, not huge, but on the roof and relatively long, I estimate about 30 meters.
Pool is closed in rainy weather.
they didn't turn on the heated pool function and that's a disappointment; the whole time we stayed there, it's not hot Summer so we didn't actually use it much at all because it's not heated, heated pool is a part of the selling point / attraction (especially the night skylight view) to us.See all reviews about pool
Check-in / Check-out: What guests say
27 relevant reviewsCheck-in and check-out are often described as smooth, quick, and welcoming, with some guests receiving early room access or late check-out. However, long queues of 30–45 minutes recur, and late check-out fees, an unexpected €240 deposit, payment restrictions, and one poorly handled Macau-ID incident caused frustration.
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Check in took 45 mins due to a very long lines. seem the hotel didn’t have enough staff to do the check in
Arrived at the hotel before 11 AM, and they were even able to arrange immediate access to the room.
The hotel requires a deposit of €240 without any warning. It has been almost two months since I returned to Belgium and I still haven't been reimbursed.
I tried to check in with my Macau ID and she refused and said this is Hong Kong.See all reviews about check-in / check-out
Restaurant: What guests say
27 relevant reviewsHotel dining is repeatedly described as expensive, especially buffets and breakfast, with limited choices and mixed quality. The dinner buffet is also praised for extensive variety and luxury items, while Japanese and dim sum restaurants receive strong reviews. Bar and restaurant closing times are a recurring drawback, sometimes as early as 9–10 PM.
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This Hotel also has one of the best All You could eat buffet in HK, evening meal is a must as the food variety is top class.
The buffet and the restaurant price were way too expensive and not worth the price.
Mizutani Japanese restaurant is very outstanding, I was very impressed by its high quality food, comfortable environment and excellent service.
We didn’t like the fact that the bars and restaurants seemed to close so early - we feel as a resident of the hotel we should have been able to purchase a drink at the bar at least until 01.00 am.See all reviews about restaurant
Gym: What guests say
27 relevant reviewsThe gym is clean, bright, and well maintained, with towels, water, changing facilities, and some newer equipment; its top-floor location and views are recurring highlights, often alongside the pool. However, several guests find it small, with limited or mediocre equipment, insufficient stretching space, and no sauna or rowing machine.
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very well equipped and bright gym with a fantastic view - I think I might have used this everyday.
adequate gym room (wish they had more equipment than just weights and running machine, but I know I can't expect too much).
Exercise room stretch area too small, this room need to be expanded.
The gym room provided towels and water and changing area.See all reviews about gym
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong Compared With Other 5-Star Hotels in Hong Kong
See how ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong compares with other 5-star hotels in Hong Kong across room size, price and stay scores.
| Metric | ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong | 5-Star Hong Kong Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest nightly room price | 1 101 HKD | 2 466 HKD | Below average |
| Price for 50 sqm rooms | 2 541 HKD | 5 555 HKD | Below average |
| Guest Rating | 9.4 | 9.1 | — |
| Reviews | 1,567 | 1,922 | — |
| Couples Score | 7.4 | 8.2 | — |
| Wellness Score | 7.7 | 7.8 | — |
| Families Score | 7.4 | 7.0 | — |
| Business Score | 8.9 | 8.8 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many room types does ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong offer?
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong offers 31 room types.
What is the price range for rooms at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong?
Room prices range from 1 101 – 2 684 HKD per night.
What is the average nightly price at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong?
The average nightly room price is 1 769 HKD.
What are the room sizes at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong?
Room sizes range from 21 m2 to 57 m2.
What is the most affordable room at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong?
The most affordable room at ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong is Standard Queen Room, with prices from 874 HKD per night.
What type of stay is ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong best suited for?
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong is best suited to business stays, with fewer dedicated facilities for families.
What facilities does ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong offer?
ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong offers a selection of facilities and services for a comfortable stay.
Can I book ALVA HOTEL BY ROYAL, Hong Kong through H5star?
Yes. You can check live room rates and availability and book your stay directly through H5star.
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