There are so many hotels to choose from in Macau and we choose Emperor Palace Macau located a block west of the Grand Lisboa, (10 mins walk). Upon arriving at the hotel, there are two tall Buckingham Palace type guards stand by the main door wearing bearskin hats and holding machine guns. The daily changing of guards happen at around 12 pm.
The hotel-casinos are owned by Emperor Entertainment Hotel Group. Just to name few artists from Emperor entertainment are Nicholas Tse, Twins, Boy’z.
Gold Carriage
Not far from the guards, there is a pair of gold carriage that is permanently parked outside the hotel.
Golden Pathway
When you step inside the lobby, you will discover a pathway line with golden bars laying on the floor of the lobby. There is a total of 78 pure gold bars.
A closer look at the gold bar which embedded on the glass floor.
Their Service
The front desk staffs are well trained, polite and there are a number of porters who help you to move your luggage and open the doors.
Free Transport to Ferry Terminal
The hotel offers free transport to Ferry Terminal, do arrange for your free transport one night before. The earliest start at 9 am.
A cute surprise
There is also a robot to attend to your request, do interact with the robot and you will get entertained. It can also show you around in the main lobby.
New Yaohan Shopping Complex
Next to the hotel is New Yaohan Shopping complex so it is pretty convenient if you are looking for shopping.
Gaming at Emperor Palace
There are 6 floors for gaming areas at the Emperor Palace Casino, two levels of VIP rooms, three levels of general gaming and one floor of slots.
Free tea & Free water
Hotel Room Review
The hotel room is super spacious and clean & well carpeted. We have triple sharing.
Window View
You can spot the Grand Lisboa Hotel from the window.
Free Mobile Phone
There is a free mobile phone in the hotel room and you are allowed to use freely. You can also bring out to the hotel to use. You can call locally and overseas too.
Bathroom Review
The bathroom is very spacious; the shower is separated by a glass door.
Breakfast Review
The breakfast spread is pretty good which include Chinese & Western cuisine.
Salad Corner
Fruit Juice Corner
Porridge Corner
These are the topping, (mainly pickles and century eggs) for the porridge.
Rice noodle roll or Chee Cheong Fun
In Cantonese is called Chee Cheong Fun, is a Cantonese dish very popular in Hong Kong and Macau. When you are in Macau and Hong Kong, you must try this snack. It is a thin crepe roll made from rice flour and dips with special sauce.
Sprinkle some sesame and dip with chili and sweet sauce.
Noodles Corner
Pick the ingredients you want and the type of noodle then the chef at the counter will help you make the noodles or porridge.
Portuguese Egg Tart & Other pastries
Bread Corner
Pastries Corner
Dim Sum Corner
The dim sum are all in a small steamer basket, you need to order from the chef and he will put them on your plate.
Final thoughts:
Grand Emperor Hotel Palace is conveniently located near the shopping and Grand Lisboa Hotel. Overall a comfortable stay as the room is spacious and complimented with very good quality hotel breakfast.
23 comments
I’ve never been to Macau yet but i keep on hearing about it! I can’t wait to visit it soon, very very soon.
Wow what a hotel! I’ve never heard of a free mobile phone with a hotel room, what a novel idea! It all looks very grand and comfortable to stay.
“Handy” smartphone is a complimentary guest amenity, it offer free connectivity, content, services – find where to eat and shopping and goggle map too. The phone is at the hotel room and you are free to take it out and use in Macau.
the hotel looks ideal to experience wonderful Macau! So posh!
Dear Lyosha,
The hotel did look posh with all the golden bars at the entrance flooring.
Its always lovely reading your refreshing Macau experiences from the urban jungle that I stay in.
The Grand Lisboa Hotel has such an amazing architecture. Looks so fancy and so unique!
Dear Amy,
Grand Lisboa hotel is one of the icon in Macau and I am glad our hotel has a great view of the building.
It really looks great here in Macau. The hotels looks so luxurious. I wish I could visit here someday
This hotel is breathtakingly beautiful and looks totally luxurious. I’d love to visit Macau one day.
I just recently learned that there is a Venetian resort and casino in Macau like there is in Vegas. I’d love to check that out sometime!
Macau is also known as a little Vegas in Asia, hence there are casino resorts everywhere.
Wow! What a gorgeous and decadent place to stay!!
What an incredible hotel! The gold carriage is impressive. Having use of a cell phone and robot is also very impressive.
Dear Sam,
Thanks for your comment. The gold carriage at the entrance is pretty cool, too bad it is only for show and guests are not allow to go up the carriage. The robot is very cute and she can answer almost everything perfectly. I asked about her age and she mentioned she was in her mid 20s and still single. LOL
From your review, this is such a great hotel to have our accommodation. The hotel looks amazing and very convenient location. As it is in the city near all the establishment we need. Actually I been in Macau last past 2 years but it’s work so I haven’t try any hotel there as we have our own flat to stay but I’m thinking of a tour with my family there in the near future.
Dear Catherine,
I am glad to learn that you have stayed in Macau for quite some time. I am sure you know Macau too well. 🙂
Wow, such a detailed post that would be so helpful to plan a great trip to Macau. Loving the pictures so much.
Oh wow, what an opulent place to stay, That building is stunning
never been to macau. this place looks beautiful though!
This looks like an awesome place to stay! Love all the pictures you shared.
Dear Shannon,
The best part of this hotel is their breakfast. Simply love the authentic food provided, especially their porridge and dim sum.
Wow this place looks really nice and fancy. Loved the pictures too looks like a really amazing time you had!