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We are a dynamic young hospitality company that does things a little differently with individually designed lifestyle properties that are feature-rich, guest-focused and full of character in authentic, lively urban locales. From one property in 2002, we have grown to five hotels and two serviced apartments in Hong Kong and one boutique hotel in Melbourne, Australia.
Welcome to Ovolo
All-Inclusive AlwaysAt Ovolo Hotels, everything you can see and do is included complimentary with our rates. No hidden extras, no nasty shocks on check-out. It’s your hotel. Feel free to be yourself.
FlexibleCheck Out
Ace of Space
Sleek stylish interiors cleverly wrap around feature furnishings and hi-tech toys. With free speedy internet and ready access to happenning hoods, at Ovolo your lifestyle is always cool and always connected.
• In-room Apple TV• Free 1Gbps ultra fast Wi-Fi • Free access to Wi-Fi hotspots around HK• Free iPad & games console rental• Universal travel adapters in every room• Abundant placement of power sockets
Hotels
Individually designed lifestyle hotels with an intimate and relaxed atmosphere supported by personalised details, guest focused tech and value added perks
The Ovolo flagship hotel on 2 Arbuthnot Road offers a slick lifestyle in a location that cannot be beaten right in the heart of the entertainment district between Wyndham Street, Lan Kwai Fong and SOHO.
Arbuthnot road
Central
2
IN THE MOMENTBE
Soho
The Peak
Man Mo Temple
Pedder Street
NEIGHBORHOODQuietly tucked just above LKF and Wyndham Street, Ovolo 2AR is in the buzzy heart of HK - mere steps from the city’s best dining, shopping and entertainment.
The Legislative Council Building
Central Pier
Lan Kwai Fong
Caine Road
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Peel
Stre
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Gage Street Thre
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Ln
Koh ThaiTivo
Play
Ice House Street
Mid
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Hong Kong Botanical Gardens
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Central Market
Old
Bai
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Fatty Crab
LOCATION
SOHO
Lan Kwai Fong
Hong Kong Botanical Gardens
Hollywood Road
IFC
42 stylish guestrooms with seriously comfy beds, seriously luxe designs and seriously sleek tech at your fingertips.
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Hotel 2AR
Executive Deluxe
42 stylish guestrooms with seriously comfy beds, seriously luxe designs and seriously sleek tech at your fingertips.
STAY HERE NOW
Hotel 2AR
Bathroom Bathroom
Personal Office Space
Executive Deluxe
33 sqm / 350 sq ft(Double Bed)
Hotel 2AR
Executive Deluxe(Double Bed)33 sqm / 350 sq ft
ROOM TYPE
Tea and coffee making facilities
Ironing Board
A premium selection of features for a luxe city experience. Indulge in the Free Minibar with miniature liqueurs, perk up with an nespresso, feel the difference with salon-grade hair products and stay connected the whole time with free superspeed Wi-Fi and Apple TV .There’s even a free wireless colour e-printer available in certain ‘Super Shiny’ Rooms. Its all for you, all the time.
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Apple TV Super Shiny Rooms
Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
DVD, iPad, XBox & Wiigaming system on demand
In-room Bar and Snacks
FACILITIESEverything you need to explore HK effortlessly. The Lo Lounge, 24/7 gym on 1F offer space to ramp up on the elliptical or cool down with a drink. With a free self-serve laundry. Cafe O next door serves you a delicious, fresh free breakfast daily.
Entrance
24-Hour Lo Lounge
24-Hour Gym
Full Self Laundry
“Top boutique hotel in HK”“
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“One of the best business hotels in Hong Kong”
“Beyond Amazing-Only Place to Stay”
“Really good hotel in great location”
- Rajeev, from California on tripadvisor
-AK, from New York on tripadvisor
- Lana, from Australia on tripadvisor
- Alan, from UK on tripadvisor
ONLINE REVIEWS
“Great location, large well-appointed rooms, service and amenities”- PB, from Canada on tripadvisor
“We recommend this hotel as an ideal choice for the business traveller seeking privacy in a luxurious setting.”
The Wanderlister
Going Places Magazine
Boutique Hotel Awards
“Ovolo promises urban zen in the thick of the action”
World Luxury Hotel Awards
Mr & Ms Smith
“Cozy, Plush, and Elegant would be my words to describe this very cool room. ”
“Conveniently located for both business and pleasure, Ovolo 2AR has added appeal of a fantastic reception and customer service team who will make you feel, well, right at home.”
“The hotel is the perfect platform for a trip to Hong Kong,allowing you a carefree immersion into such a vibrant city.”
IN THE MEDIA
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying aboutOvolo Hotel 2 Arbuthnot Road.
Meticulously designed with an underlying Japanese theme, this unique hotel has been conceived to make your stay stylish, intimate and cool.
or intimate livingBIG ideas
Queen's road central
Central
NEIGHBOURHOOD
Convenient and close to prosperous spots like SoHo, CBD IFC Mall, as well as famous Hollywood Road, Antiques Street and LKF. Travel easily with 5 mins walk to Sheung Wan MTR station or readily available taxis.
Western Market
Hollywood Road Sheung Wan Market
Man Mo Temple Tai Ping Shan Boutique Stores
Dried Seafood Street Antique Stores
Antique Street
Spices & Dried Sea Food Street
Hon Kee
ABC Kitchen
II Moro
Man Mo Temple
Man Mo Temple
Dried Seafood Market
Tai Ping Shan Street
Lan Kwai FongCat Street
LOCATION
The 60 guestrooms are Japanese-inspired living spaces fitted with either deluxe Queen-size or two single mattresses, and all of Ovolo’s signature high tech touches and all-inclusive amenities. Spacious Lo Lounge area with free drinks and snacks serves as great meeting area.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 286QRC
City Queen Bathroom
City Queen18 sqm /190 sq ft
City Twin14 sqm /150 sq ft
City Queen18 sqm /190 sq ft
Hotel 286QRC
ROOM TYPE
• City Queen (1 Double Bed) 18 sqm / 190 sq ft
• City Twin (2 Single Beds) 14 sqm/ 150 sq ft
ALL-INCLUSIVESpacious, light-filled suites hold all the services you could ask for, including full fridge, pantry, living room and rainfall shower. Ovolo freebies and bright harbor views add to a winning package
Free Social Happy Hour
In-room Bar and Snacks
Loot bag, O bag, Slippers Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
Apple TV Electronic safe
DVD, iPad, XBox & Wiigaming systems on demand
24-Hour Gym
24-Hour Lo lounge Free Self-laundry
FACILITIES
A spacious open floor layouts and cosy leather chairs make the Lo Lounge prime real estate for networking and relaxing in 24/7 gym and free laundry room add seamless utility.
Entrance
“One of the best hotel's I've ever stayed in”“
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“Perfect for a central city base in HK”
“Excellent service in a centrally located hotel”
- Kevin from UK on tripadvisor
-Nick from Russia on tripadvisor
- Chris from Qatar on tripadvisor
ONLINE REVIEWS
“One of the most welcoming hotels I've ever stayed at”- Kit from Canada on tripadvisor
“[Ovolo] emphasises functionality, convenience and a touch of the whimsical.”
Hospitality Design
Property Post, SCMP
The Wanderlister
“Ovolo is a neat little escape in the heart of the city”
Business Traveller Asia-Pacific
HK Magazine
“The all-inclusive treatment is all part of the hotel’s mission: ‘Shiny happy people all around’.What’s not to love about that?”
“An affordable business hotel in the heart of the city”
“Can’t wait to recommend Ovolo to visiting friends!”
IN THE MEDIA
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying aboutOvolo Hotel 286 Queens Road Central
Ovolo’s first Kowloon hotel features comfortably designed suites and studios rich in natural light, multi-valent spaces and personable touches.
Tung chau street
West Kowloon
256
On The Other SideSUITE LIVING
Street Market
Element Apliu Street Tung Chau Street Park
Golden Computer Center
NEIGHBOURHOODLocated in fast-growing West Kowloon cultural district with shopping, entertainment and transport options aplenty. Ovolo is a 6 minute walk from Sham Shui Po MTR, 4 minutes taxi from ICC/Elements and 6 minutes taxi from the trendy Tsim Sha Tsui district.
Sham Shui Po Street View
Dai Pai Dong
Ladies Market
Langham Place
ICC & Elements
Markets & Streets
Tung Chau Street Park
Bar
Shopping
Hotel
Cultural &Leisure
Parking P
Transport
Public Service
Restaurant
Art
Sport
A day out exploring! LOCATION
Ideal for group and family travel, the 2-3 bedroom suites at Ovolo offer the space, tech and function needed for effortless communal living.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 256TCS
Family Suite
PantryView from Family Suite
Bedroom
Ideal for group and family travel, the 2-3 bedroom suites at Ovolo offer the space, tech and function needed for effortless communal living.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 256TCS
Deluxe Studio
Duo Suite
Family Suite65 sqm / 700 sq ft
Deluxe Studio47 sqm / 500 sq ft
Duo Studio47 sqm/ 500 sq ft
Seaview Studio47 sqm/ 500 sq ft
Hotel 256TCS
ROOM TYPE
• Family Suite (2 Double Beds + 1 Single Bed) 65 sqm / 700 sq ft
• Seaview Studio (1 Double Bed + 1 Single Roll Out Bed) 47 sqm / 500 sq ft
• Duo Suite (2 single beds) 47 sqm / 500 sq ft
• Deluxe Studio (1 Double Bed + 1 Single Roll Out Bed) 47 sqm / 500 sq ft
ALL-INCLUSIVE
Spacious, light-filled suites hold all the services you could ask for, including full fridge, pantry, living room and rainfall shower. Ovolo freebies and brightharbor views add to a winning package.
Free Mini Bar
Free Social Happy Hour
Kettle, tea and coffee making facilities
Loot bag, O bag, Slippers Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
DVD, iPad, XBox & Wiigaming system on demand
Apple TV Electronic Safe
FACILITIES
The perfect base for your Kowloon travels, 256 Lo Lounge is a long, cool social area ideal for getting together during free breakfast and happy hour periods. Fully-equipped 24/7 gyrm with floor to ceiling windows providesa running room like no other.
24-hour LO Lounge
24-hour Gym
Full Self Laundry
Entrance
“A+ Hotel - Fantastic hotel and staff!!!”“
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“Great value!”
“Brilliant hotel for family with kids age 7+”
“Luxury in Authentic Hong Kong”
- George from Thailand on tripadvisor
-Jeffrey from Australia on tripadvisor
- Keeley from NZ on tripadvisor
- Melinda from Australia on tripadvisor
ONLINE REVIEWS
“These rooms and suites come with all the amenities,but a homier ambience that sits well with small groups of friendsand families”
The Directory, SCMP
“Ovolo 256 Tung Chau Street represents a business hotel with all the services andluxuries the modern traveler requires.”
PATA Compass
The Standard
“offers amenities tailored to the needs of the business traveller”
IN THE MEDIA
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying aboutOvolo Hotel 256 Tung Chau Street.
Taking design inspiration from old-world Hong Kong’s fishing community and fusing it with fresh ideas, the new 2013 Ovolo is a unique lifestyle hotel that combines sleek modern interiors with all-inclusive signature services with sweeping views of the city or sea.
Shek pai wan road
Aberdeen
100
clearly nowI can SEA
Ocean Park
Ocean Park
Stanley Promenade
Stanley Promenade
Lamma Island
Aberdeen Country Park
Bar
Shopping
Hotel
Cultural &Leisure
Parking P
Transport
Public Service
Restaurant
Art
Sport
A day out exploring! LOCATION
NEIGHBOURHOOD
A peaceful retreat near Aberdeen’s picturesque waterfront with seafood, shopping and family fun close by.
Ocean ParkAberdeen Harbour View
Repulse Bay
Jumbo Floating RestaurantStanley Lamma Island
Aberdeen Country Park
85 guestrooms including corner sea view suites, superior double bed and twin units, and unique queen and bunk bed rooms. Each room is styled in futuristic tribute to the surrounding area and feature an entertainment console, elegant walk-in rain shower and large floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of the city or sea.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 100SPW
Corner Seaview Suite
Deluxe Seaview
Superior Twin
85 guestrooms including corner sea view suites, superior double bed and twin units, and unique queen and bunk bed rooms. Each room is styled in futuristic tribute to the surrounding area and feature an entertainment console, elegant walk-in rain shower and large floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of the city or sea.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 100SPW
Bathroom
Queen + Bunk
Queen + Bunk18 sqm / 190 sq ft
bunk
Two Bedroom Seaview Suite56 sqm / 600 sq ft
Corner Seaview Suite38 sqm / 410 sq ft
Deluxe Seaview Suite22 sqm / 235 sq ft
Superior Queen22 sqm / 235 sq ft
Superior Twin18 sqm / 190 sq ft
ROOM TYPEHotel 100SPW
• Two Bedroom Seaview Suite (1 Queen Bed + 2 Single Beds) 56 sqm / 600 sq ft
• Corner Seaview Suite (1 Queen Bed) 38 sqm / 410 sq ft
• Deluxe Seaview (1 Queen Bed) 22sqm / 235sq ft
• Superior Queen (1 Queen Bed) 22sqm / 235sq ft
• Queen + Bunk (2 Single Beds) 18 sqm / 190 sq ft
• Superior Twin (2 Single Beds) 18 sqm / 190 sq ft
ALL-INCLUSIVESpacious, light-filled suites hold all the services you could ask for, including full fridge, pantry, living room and rainfall shower. Ovolo freebies and bright harbor views add to a winning package.
Loot bag, O bag, Slippers
Apple TV & 3D Glasses Electronic safe
In-room Bar and Snacks
Bathroom amenities & hairdryer
All Day Drink & Snack at Lo Lounge
Kettle, tea and coffee making facilities
The iconic new 162 room Ovolo is our masterpiece of all-inclusive service, white-hot contemporary art and industrial edge in HK’s first warehouse conversion hotel.
Wong Chuk Hang Road
Southside
64(coming Q3 2014)
Where art meetsindustry sparks fly
NEIGHBOURHOODA definitive Southside spot, Ovolo is steps from some top galleries, the shopping of One Island South and seaside attractions like Stanley, Ocean Park and Cyberport.
Explore the authentic, artsy local streets or take a short drive to the major city centres of CWB, Central and TST. With the MTR soon to come, Ovolo puts HK at your door.
Shek O
Stanley Main Beach Stanley PromenadePok Fu Lam Country Park
Ocean Park Aberdeen Country Park
Cyberport
Ultra-chic designer spaces that embody the industrial origin story in sleek minimalist interiors with faux-exposed materials, a mix of adaptive/ vintage furnishings and shades of muted grey that accentuate the sweeping harbour and city views.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 64WCH
PER unit D2
PER unit C PER unit E PER unit G
Roof Top Bar Terrace x Cyrcle Concept
3/F Lounge
Roof Top Bar
Dramatic designs, wild cocktails, specially curated DJs and intimate spaces, the new Ovolo Lo Lounge and Rise Above Bar are striking stand-alone destinations.
Rise Above Bar & Lo Lounge
Hotel 64WCH
CircleRestaurantExceptional all-day food and beverage served in an extraordinary new setting.
Lo Lounge
Roof Top Bar
Roof Top Bar
Roof Top Bar x Cyrcle Art Concept
Restaurant
Artwork: Ground Floor 25m Projection Wall Art
Fashion-forward functionality through highest-tech meeting and gallery rooms, available for those looking to take their future event or function to the next level.
Event Spaces
Hotel 64WCH
G.I.G. Event hall
B.I.G. multifunction room
Ovolo’s first international hotel in Melbourne, Australia brings the brand’s best features down under in designs inspired by the hidden laneways and gems that the city is known for.
Little bourke street
Melbourne
19
HELLO AUSTRALIA
Kri Kri
Ginger Boy
Double Happiness
Von HausPellegrinis
Grossi Florentino
Princess Theatre
The European Siglo
The Melbourne Supper Club
ParliamentTrain Station
Senoeritas
Parking
San TelmoLily Blacks Bar
Bar
Shopping
Hotel
Cultural &Leisure
Parking P
Transport
Public Service
Restaurant
Art
Sport
A day out exploring! LOCATION
China Town
City Circle Tram
Bourke Street Mall
Federation Square Eureka Tower Skydeck 88
Her majesty's theatreParliament Garden
City Circle Tram
Federation Square
Parliment Garden
Her majesty's theatre
Bourke Street Mall
NEIGHBORHOODRight in the CBD, Ovolo puts you within walking distance of many city sights. Round the corner on Spring Street is Princess Theatre, if you want to take in a show, Chinatown for food, and the MCG for sports . Head to Southbank for riverside rambles, Federation Square and St Kilda Road for the NGV art galleries or Fitzroy Gardens for edgier stores.
Bourke Street
Eureka Tower Skydeck 88
The 43 expertly designed rooms include Studios, One and Two Bedroom Deluxe Rooms as well as three Two Bedroom Suites with rooftop terraces and views across the city. Ovolo Melbourne is suited to all types of travellers.
GUESTROOM
Hotel 19LBS
One Bed SuiteStudio Two Bedroom Suite Penhouse with terrace
Studio Suite
Microwave
ALL-INCLUSIVE
In-room Nespresso machine
Loot Bag & Snacks Free In-room Mini Bar
Apple TV In-room Bar with Microwave
A premium selection of features for a luxe city experience. Indulge in the Free Minibar with miniature liqueurs, perk up with an espresso, feel the difference with salon-grade hair products and stay connected the whole time with free superspeed Wi-Fi and Apple TV. There’s even a free wireless colour e-printer available in certain ‘Super Shiny’ Rooms. Its all for you, all the time.
Penthouse with terrace70 sqm
Penthouse with spa81 sqm
Two bedroom Suite52 sqm
One bedroom Suite43 sqm
Studio18 sqm
Studio Suite25 sqm
Hotel 19LBS
• Studio, 18 sqm• Studio Suite, 25 sqm• One bedroom suite, 43 sqm• Two bedroom suite, 52 sqm• Penthouse with terrace, 70 sqm• Penthouse with spa, 81 sqm
ROOM TYPE
“My New Favourite Melbourne Hotel” “
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“Fantastic stay - great location &everything you could ask for!”
“Well executed concept hotel”
“Great Boutique Hotel”
- Amy from Australia on tripadvisor
-Audist from Austraila on tripadvisor
- Wanderinglamma from New York on tripadvisor
- Neil from Singapore on tripadvisor
ONLINE REVIEWS
“The hotel’s miniature charm and irreverence make a great alternativeto corporate blandness.”
Lastminute
The Australian
The Independent
“Architecture and design enthusiasts will appreciate the edgy and boutique Ovolo Hotel.”
Departures
Sydney Morning Herald
“The all-inclusive treatment is all part of the hotel’s mission: ‘Shiny happy people all around’.What’s not to love about that?”
“Best New Australian hotels. The 43 business-friendly guestrooms are cool, but it's the hi-tech accoutrements and free inclusions that are winning fans.”
“It is the first of the Ovolo group outside Hong Kong, though it certainly won't be the last. The reason? The team have hit on a relaxed, contemporary formula that combines clean, functional design with comfort and personality.”
IN THE MEDIA
TESTIMONIALS
What people are saying aboutOvolo Hotel Melbourne.
Ovolo 222 Hollywood Road provides access to a vibrant neighbourhood outside and personalized living arrangements within.
Hollywood road
Sheung wan
222
Ideal Living for the ModernUrban Professional
Antique StoresHop Yat Church
Art GalleriesLOCATION
Chachawan
208 Duecento Otto
Sinmei Tea
Trattoria Doppio Zero
Man Mo Temple
Hollywood Road Park
Antique shops District
NEIGHBORHOODNeatly tucked away in a spritely neighbourhood steps from stylish dining and boutique galleries, Ovolo 222HR is 5 minutes away from the MTR and Macau Ferry Terminal. Places of interest nearby include Lan Kwai Fong, Soho, Western Market and Man Mo Temple.
Man Mo temple Hollywood Road Park
Western market
Cat Street
Harbour
On Ko Shing Street Hop Yat Church
Each 650sqft apartment features stunning open plan living rooms with the latest tech, marble fitted bathrooms with open glass walk in showers and a superb bedroom all finished in a soothing minimalist earth tone and style.
GUESTROOM
Service Apartment 222HR
Bedroom
Living Room Bathroom Kitchen
Service Apartment 222HR
• One bedroom suite 60 sqm/650 sq ft
ROOM TYPE
One bedroom suite 60 sqm/650 sq ft
AMENITIES A premium selection of features for a luxe city experience. Indulge in the Free Minibar with miniature liqueurs, perk up with an nespresso, feel the difference with salon-grade hair products and stay connected the whole time with free superspeed Wi-Fi and Apple TV .There’s even a free wireless colour e-printer available in certain ‘Super Shiny’ Rooms. Its all for you, all the time.
Kitchenette
Free In-room Bar and Snacks
Electronic safe
XBox gaming systems
Yoga Mat (Tutorial DVD on demand)
B&O Telephone & JBL Dock Station
In-room Nespresso machine
Apple TV
Each Ovolo 111 High Street apartment takes up an entire floor and, with harbour views and pet friendly rules, residents can relax and recharge in bright comfortable living spaces.
High Street
Sai ying pun
111
Ideal Living for theModern Urban Professional
LOCATION
Hong Kong University
Eas
ten
Stre
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Kau Yan Church
King George VMemorial Park
Hong Kong–Macau Ferry Terminal
Grassroots Pantry Ba Yi Restaurant
Sheung Fung LaneDried Seafood Market
Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park
Dried Seafood Market
NEIGHBORHOODLocated in a quiet friendly neighbourhood with easy access to major transport routes and walking distance from Central. Ovolo on 111 High Street is close to Hong Kong University, Soho Dining District and several parks, supermarkets and convenience stores.
Hong Kong University
Former Civil Hospital Nurses Quarters and Old Mental Hospital
Cat Street Hong Kong Museum of Medical Sciences
Sun Yat Sen Park
Kau Yan Church
Apartments take an entire floor, providing a sumptuous suite living area with a contemporary fitted kitchenette and master bedroom; the perfect open plan layout for entertaining. Each is suitably equipped with the latest hi-tech features and all-inclusive services like free Wi-Fi, and in-room washing/drying machines.
GUESTROOM
Service Apartment 111HS
Living Room
Kitchen Malin+Goetz Bathroom Amenities Bedroom
Service Apartment 111HS
ROOM TYPE
• One bedroom suite 70 sqm/750 sq ft
• Two bedroom suite 70 sqm/750 sq ft
One bedroom suite 70 sqm/750 sq ft
Two bedroom suite 70 sqm/750 sq ft
Kitchenette
Slippers & O Bag
Electronic safe
XBox gaming systems
Yoga Mat (Tutorial DVD on demand)
Apple TV
Free In-room Bar & Snacks
Loot Bag
AMENITIES A premium selection of features for a luxe city experience. Indulge in the Free Minibar with miniature liqueurs, perk up with an nespresso, feel the difference with salon-grade hair products and stay connected the whole time with free superspeed Wi-Fi and Apple TV .There’s even a free wireless colour e-printer available in certain ‘Super Shiny’ Rooms. Its all for you, all the time.
Team Ovolo
We connect with over 180,000 fans on Facebook and active presence on 8 Social Media platforms including LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Google+, Pinterest, Instragram and Weibo.
Ovolo’s presence on the web
Café O animates a community of over 4,000 Facebook fans around Hong Kong as well as hungry followers on Twitter and Pinterest.
Café O goes Social
Awards
• High Flyers Award – Lifestyle Hotels HK Business Magazine Outstanding Enterprises 2013
• City Explorer Category Winner World Boutique Hotel Awards 2013
• Best Luxury Hotel Brand – Hong Kong World Luxury Hotel Awards 2013
• Design Excellence in Hotel Interiors – Under 100 Rooms Hospitality Architecture and Design Awards 2013
• Certificate of Excellence Tripadvisor.com 2013
• Quality Tourism Services (QTS) Scheme - Accredited Hong Kong Tourism Board 2013
• Owner-Operator Award DHL/SCMP Hong Kong Business Awards 2012
• Design Excellence in Refurbishment, Re-use and Renovations Hospitality Architecture and Design Awards 2012
• Lifestyle Excellence for Serviced Apartments Best of the Best by Squarefoot.com.hk 2012
• Hong Kong’s Most Valuable Company Mediazone Group 2011
• Caring Company Certificate HK Council of Social Service 2008-2013
• Hong Kong Design Award – Hospitality/Entertainment Hong Kong Design Association (HKDA) 2005
• Sham Shui Po Happy Teen Club:Education and holiday party at Cafe O
• Hong Kong Dog Rescue: Fund Raising Walkathon
• “Bring Me a Book” Foundation: Setup library, open classes for ethnic minority children to learn computer and Chinese language
• Hong Kong Coastal Clean up Challenge: Annual Beach Cleanup
• Duchess of Kent Children’s Hospital:Bake Sale, Group Visit, Gifts Donation
• Ma Cheng Shuk Ying Home for the Elderly:Group Visit and Gifts Donation
Philanthropy
Ovolo is also working to be more a part of the Hong Kong community with philanthropy based projects and endeavors. Working with various organizations on community based projects such as:
• Tung Wah Group of Hospitals:Group Visit and Gifts Donation
• Orbis: Walk for Sight:Fund Raising Walkathon
• HSBC Pok Oi Cycle for Millions:Green and Healthy Lifestyle
• Red Cross:Fundraiser and Blood Drive
• Mother’s Choice:Volunteer Services
• International Christian Ministries:Fund Raising for Typhoon Relief
Full list available upon request
Our Management Team
Girish’s career began by managing his family’s Hong Kong - based OEM watch business where he eventually ventured into property development in 2001, with his own firm Hind Hotels & Properties Limited.
Acquiring a Hong Kong apartment complex, inspired by state-of-the-art boutique hotels in London and New York, the property opened in 2002 and eventually became the flagship of the Ovolo brand. Having grown up in Hong Kong, he later attended the University of Southern California, graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and was honored with an Outstanding Alumni of the Year award from USC in 1992.
Girish is an active member of the Indian Chamber of Commerce, the Overseas Indian Organization and the Forum of Indian Professionals Hong Kong. He is also the Chapter Chair of Hong Kong for the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and is part of their Hotel Round Table.
Girish’s business interests also include companies under the Singapore based Hind Group umbrella. He is a businessman, a golfer and a wine aficionado, but in the end he is primarily a family man. As a bonsai tree caretaker carefully directs the path of growth for a bonsai tree in their care, Girish brings the same passion to Ovolo Group with a desire to make it grow and develop into something beautiful.
Girish JhunjhnuwalaFounder & Managing Director
A well experienced globe trotter, Heddy has traveled to the many corners of the world from the United States and Europe to South Africa and the Middle East. With this personal experience comes a stronger and deeper insight of the various people and cultures one deals with in the hospitality industry. Passionate about life, a love for food and cooking, and a perfectionist by nature, she is complimented with an extensive background in business management and manufacturing. Ovolo has in her someone who has been with the company since its’ inception and will continue to help spearhead it into a grander future.
Heddy LiExecutive Director
Dirk Dalichau a German National and graduate of the Glion Hotel Management School in Switzerland, has joined the Ovolo Group in December 2012 as Chief Operating Officer to drive the Groups international expansion plans as well as continue its conversion to an edgy lifestyle hotel operator. As an art enthusiast he spends much of his time in art galleries and museums, as well as travelling the world in pursuit of inspirational and invigorating experiences.
Dirk brings with him international experience in Hotel Management having worked in the USA, Europe and the United Kingdom, holding positions such as General Manager in Germany England and Hong Kong, Regional Marketing Director for Central & Eastern Europe for a large global Hotel Company, as well as substantial experience in creating lifestyle concepts and running lifestyle hotels. Creating new concepts as well as repositioning projects, driving culture and design as well as motivating teams, in addition to his understanding of both the Western and Eastern Culture, as well as Operations and Sales & Marketing, will be a key asset to Ovolo’s new ventures.
Dirk Dalichau Chief Operating Officer
As a man who works with certainty in numbers, he enjoys a secret fondness in the ramdomness one finds in life. In his rare spare time one may find Kin at the occasional game of luck.
Entering the finance world at Touche Ross & Co (HK), Kin eventually found his way to Sydney, Australia where he spent a number of years exploring and working in the financial sector there. A chartered accountant of the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants, a fellow member of Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and is a Listed Securities broker for 8 years. His resume includes stints with a shipping agency, toy trading company, and a manufacturing company in the PRC.
Kin ChowGroup Finance Director
Our Family
Deliciously wholesome and natural meals in a relaxed café setting.
Café O is a true lifestyle brand, created to provide a healthier alternative for today’s busy urbanite. We now have three outlets on Hong Kong Island, each offering a comfortable and modern European-style atmosphere for our customers to dine and unwind.
www.cafeo.hk
Café Othe best in wholesome food
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