Hong Kong’s best ice skating rinks
Skate your way into 2022As cold as Hong Kong gets during winter, it’s still never chilly enough for any lakes to freeze over to form skating rinks. Not to worry though because some of Hong Kong’s best shopping malls are home to some amazing ice skating rinks for you to live out your winter wonderland dreams.
The Rink, Elements
Located right outside the exit of Kowloon station, Elements mall is home to one of the most popular ice skating rinks in Hong Kong. This ice skating rink is the first to integrate the ‘pay as you skate’ concept. This concept uses the automated Octopus system, meaning you pay by the minute. The average price for skating would be $1.5 per minute and an extra $20 for skates. When entering the rink, all the visitors need to do is scan their octopus, walk up to the friendly staff to get their skates, and then skate away! The Rink also offers animal-shaped handrail rentals for beginners and small children. After your skate, hop on over to one of the many restaurants Elements has to offer to regain some energy for another round!
Where: Ground Floor, Elements, No. 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.
Glacier, Festival Walk
The Glacier ice skating rink is the largest and busiest ice skating rink in Hong Kong. The fact that it is situated in one of Hong Kong’s biggest malls probably has something to do with it. Located near Lion Rock Mountain and filled with upbeat tunes coming from their high-quality audio systems, this rink is definitely worth an insta post or two. Glacier often hosts skating competitions and has a few glass walls surrounding the rink so that spectators can get in on some of the skating action.
Where: Festival walk 80 Tat Chee Ave, Kowloon Tong
How much: $80
Read more: Best Christmas displays in Hong Kong
Measuring 26 metres by 57 metres, Mega Ice is the first international-sized ice rink in Hong Kong. This amazing ice skating rink is Hong Kong’s first venue with the ability to host international ice hockey leagues. Being so huge, Mega ice is the perfect multi-purpose venue designed for performances, exhibitions, corporate and private functions and even birthday parties.
Where: Enterprise Square, MegaBox, Wang Chiu Rd, Kowloon Bay.
How much: $80
Cityplaza Ice Palace has just been revamped and is looking better than ever. Not only does it look different, it now incorporates the latest technologies along with a range of new amenities. The rink itself utilises an environmentally friendly refrigerant that creates Fast Ice, suitable for all types of ice skating. New concepts and technology have been added to provide a seamless experience. There are self-service ticketing kiosks, self-service skate rentals, digitalised daily and monthly lockers, and many more new amenities. This futuristic skating rink is perfect for all ages and will surely put a smile on every skater’s face.
Where: Cityplaza, Quarry Bay.
How much: Ranges from $70-$95
