Accommodation - HKU Summer Institute - The University of Hong Kong

SUMMER AT HKU

Accommodation

A stay in one of our famed residential halls and colleges would definitely elevate your fabulous summer experience in Hong Kong. As places for accommodation at HKU are limited and highly coveted, reservation is on a first-come-first-served basis and priority will be given to non-local students. We suggest that you apply for accommodation as soon as you are offered admission to our programme(s) to avoid disappointment.

Information

Eligibility and Fee

As the number of HKU-managed residential halls is limited and highly coveted, reservation is on a first-come-first-served basis.
HKU-managed residential halls give priority to students who are not residing in Hong Kong. Only students admitted to HKUSI are eligible for a fixed period of residence.
HKUSI admitted students and family members are eligible for Hotel accommodations.
After accepting your programme offer on the online application system, you will receive the information and application method for hall and hotel accommodation later. You will then require to submit your online reservation. Alternatively, you can also find hotels or short-term rental apartment by yourself.
After your hall accommodation placement is confirmed, you will need to pay the accommodation fee through the Online Reservation Platform.

For Secondary School Students ONLY:

Only students aged 15 or above (on or before the check-in date) can reside in the HKU-managed residential halls within the programme period.
Students under the age of 15 are not eligible for HKU-managed residential halls and should arrange hotel accommodation and/or stay with family members during the programme period. Students must be accompanied by a guardian over 18 when checking in a hotel.

	HKU Residential Hall	Hotel Accommodation
Fee	HK$380 per night	HK$720-1060 per night
Room Type	Single Room / Shared Room (2-4 ppl.)	Double (Queen Bed) / Twin (2 single Beds)
Bathroom	Shared bathroom on the same floor	Standard hotel bathroom
Housekeeping	✖ Included Bed sheets and blankets only Towels will not be provided	✔
Location	Dormitories will be randomly assigned: HKU campus / Off-campus Click Here for Details	Central and Western District
Application Method	The account details will be sent to the student's email approximately one week after they have accepted the offer.	Click Here

Staying Period

We suggest you to arrive the day before commencement of the programme and depart the day after the programme ends.

Payment

For HKU Residential Hall:

Payment method: Credit card, WeChat Pay, AlipayHK, Alipay, or FPS payment via the Online Reservation Platform
The accommodation fee is non-transferable, non-refundable, non-exchangeable and not for re-sale.

For Hotel Accommodation:

Payment method: Credit card
All fees will be charged directly by the hotel.

Notes

Further details about the accommodation arrangement will be shared with you when your programme offer is confirmed.
Pre-arrival Guide for all Non-local Students: Click Here (MUST READ!)
Reservation is on a first-come-first-served basis.
Priority will be given to non-local students.
HKU Residential Hall:
Check-In time: 15:00-18:00
Check-Out time: 09:00-10:00
In case of any dispute, the decision of HKU Summer Institute (HKUSI) shall be final.