Up in the Old Hotel

The hotel's general manager, Peter French (center), with members of his staff.

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Brass-and-glass plates mark the rooms at Hong Kong's newly revamped Mandarin Oriental.

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Ooi Soon Lok, chef at Man Wah.

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A warm welcome from Holly Ho at reception.

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An artful vegetable medley at Man Wah.

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The view from the 22nd floor.

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The refurbished lobby, with its original Venini chandeliers.

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The sitting area in room No. 1824, a Veranda room.

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Correspondence cards, embossed with signature Mandarin Oriental fans, from the book kiosk.

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Inside Café Causette, a.k.a. the Coffee Shop.

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Giovanni Valenti, the hotel's chief concierge for 24 years, on Chater Road, near the Mandarin.

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Tea service at Man Wah.

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