Mid-Range Travel Guide: Hong Kong

Accommodation

$80-180 per night

Private rooms in boutique hotels, mid-range business hotels, serviced apartments

Food & Dining

$35-70 per day

Mix of local restaurants, dim sum parlors, casual dining, food courts in malls

Transportation

$10-25 per day

MTR subway, buses, occasional taxis, Airport Express, some ride-sharing

Activities

$25-80 per day

Paid attractions, harbor cruises, cultural shows, guided walking tours, theme park day passes

Eat at local cha chaan tengs and street food stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use the Octopus Card for public transport discounts and convenience (saves 10-15% vs individual tickets)

Take advantage of free activities like hiking Dragon's Back, visiting temples, and enjoying public beaches

Shop at wet markets and local supermarkets instead of hotel convenience stores (50-70% savings on snacks and drinks)

Book accommodation in areas like Tsim Sha Tsui or Causeway Bay during weekdays for 20-40% lower rates

Use happy hour specials at bars and restaurants, typically offering 30-50% discounts on food and drinks

Take the Airport Bus instead of Airport Express train (saves 60-70% on airport transfers)

Taking taxis everywhere instead of using MTR and buses (typically 300-500% more expensive than public transport)

Eating only in Central or tourist areas where prices are typically 100-200% higher than local neighborhoods

Booking last-minute accommodation during peak periods without comparing options (can cost 150-300% more)

Buying souvenirs in tourist markets without bargaining or price comparison (typical markup of 200-400%)