Planning my first trip to Hong Kong & Macau in the next few months. I've read through a lot of the older threads but wanted to check if the info is still current.
My main questions:
- Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
- Realistic daily budget?
- Any areas to avoid?
- How welcoming are the locals to foreign visitors?
I'm coming from the US and have experience in Europe but this would be my first time in Hong Kong & Macau.
Thanks for any help!
Hong Kong & Macau price guide 2026
Started by DCExplorer · 6 Mar 2026 · 1232 views
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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I'd also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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This matches my experience. Hong Kong & Macau is underrated.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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This matches my experience. Hong Kong & Macau is great value.
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Did you use the local sites or find girls at clubs?
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100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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How does it compare to Germany?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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