History
The Repulse Bay residential community is built on the former site of Hong Kong's famous Repulse Bay Hotel (1920 - 1982).
In its 62-year history, the hotel was the centre of charm, chic and the
Charleston. Not only was it a popular holiday spot for locals who
enjoyed the drive out to the beach on weekends, it was also a favourite
haunt for expatriates working in the Far East and a choice destination
for international travellers.
Royalty and celebrities found refuge at the hotel including writers
George Bernard Shaw and Noel Coward. Actor Marlon Brando was a guest in
the 1950's. Spain's Prince Juan Carlos and Princess Sophia spent their
honeymoon here while other royal guests included Princess Axel of
Denmark and Prince Peter of Greece.
The hotel was immortalised in the Hollywood classic "Love Is A Many
Splendoured Thing" and the Oscar-winning "Coming Home" which was partly
filmed in the hotel's Reading Room. During filming, hotel guests
mingled with Peter Sellers at the Sunday Buffet or caught glimpses of
William Holden lounging by the old fountain in the garden.
The spectacular landscape, beautiful buildings, impeccable service,
fine cuisine and the care taken to ensure the comfort of guests all
combined to give a grace and charm to the hotel that made every stay
truly memorable.
The Repulse Bay residential community that today stands in place of the
hotel continues to be an oasis of tranquility and nostalgia, offering a
style and level of service that is reminiscent of a bygone era.