The Mandarin Barber

Barbers in Central, Central and Western

4.4 (74)

Category	Barbers
Address	2/F, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong Island
Area	Central, Central and Western
Phone	2825 4088
Google rating	4.4 (74)

Opening hours

Monday	8:00–20:00
Tuesday	8:00–20:00
Wednesday	8:00–20:00
Thursday	8:00–20:00
Friday	8:00–20:00
Saturday	8:00–20:00
Sunday	9:00–18:00

About The Mandarin Barber

The 1930s’ Shanghai-inspired Mandarin Barber offers a warm and intimate atmosphere reminiscent of a private gentleman’s club. This rarefied space offers a place of serenity in the heart of the city and a team of barbers, some of whom have over 40 years’ experience, offers the city’s gentlemen a range of personal grooming services. The Mandarin Barber also offers lifestyle treatments for men, including the hotel’s acclaimed Shanghainese Pedicure by Master Ben Cheung, massages, facials and waxing. For those looking for discretion, a private VIP room is also available.

The Mandarin Barber is a barber in Central, Central and Western, at 2/F, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong Island. Locals and visitors alike tend to check the same things before going, so this page brings together the practical details: where it is, how to get in touch, when it is open and how customers rate it. The address puts it on an upper floor of a building (an "upstairs shop", very common in Hong Kong), so note the floor and unit number; lifts can be slow at busy times, and some older buildings only have stairs.

Hair, beauty and massage salons are best booked ahead, especially at weekends and before festivals such as Lunar New Year. Ask for the price before you start, as some treatments cost more depending on hair length or products; read the terms carefully before buying a prepaid package and consider whether the shop is likely to stay in business. Many barbers take walk-ins and online bookings; expect longer waits on weekend afternoons.

Google lists the opening hours as Mon–Sat 08:00–20:00, Sun 09:00–18:00. It is open seven days a week. Arrangements may differ on public holidays, over Lunar New Year and when a typhoon signal No. 8 or above or a black rainstorm warning is in force, so call before making a special trip. Phone: 2825 4088. Hong Kong numbers have eight digits; from abroad, dial +852 first. Its website is mandarinoriental.com, which may show prices, details of what it offers or online booking.

It has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 74 reviews, a strong score that points to consistently positive experiences.

Central is part of the Central and Western District on Hong Kong Island. The north shore of Hong Kong Island is one of the densest business areas in the city: the MTR Island Line runs from Kennedy Town to Chai Wan, the trams ("ding dings") between Kennedy Town and Shau Kei Wan, and many businesses trade from upper floors of office blocks and older tenement buildings. The south side is known for beaches, trails and fishing harbours such as Repulse Bay, Stanley and the Aberdeen typhoon shelter, which get busy at weekends and on public holidays.

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Latest Google reviews

The most recent reviews shown on Google Maps (5). Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Tom N (t2) 2 months ago

Typical guy from the US. Had a convenient barber, but often went to someplace convenient and cheap. Kept to simple haircuts that were easy to maintain. Was in HK to get some suits done and decided to go splurge on the most expensive haircut I'll probably ever have. Looked up "best barbers" in HK, did a little research, and decided to make an appointment at the Mandarin. Booked for a "master" barber since I figured I may as well go all-in if I was going to do this. The Mandarin is a beautiful hotel and I spent a little time relaxing before heading up for my appointment. The check-in process and prep was easy and I met my barber for the haircut. He didn't actually speak a lot of english but I didn't have much of an idea of what I wanted anyway, and just told him things like professional, shorter, etc. He then proceeded to use just scissors and a comb to give me a fantastic haircut. It was definitely an experience and I really loved the results. Overall I'd almost treat it as an excursion / experience as something I'd regularly do, but if you have the means (and need a haircut) I'd highly recommend it.

Daniel Tian a year ago

I always trust Ray with my haircuts when in HK - best in town

Simon McCloskey Edited 3 years ago

A luxurious (albeit expensive) experience. Great if you’re looking for a quality barber in Hong Kong

Kevin Pun 3 years ago

Came here for our child's first haircut. While expensive, it was a fun experience. They also provide the option for the hair cut from the children to be made into a calligraphy brush at an extra cost.

Shota INOUE Edited 4 years ago

A classic British style barber with a slightly high price point. However, the atmosphere is nice and exclusive here, and you won’t be bored browsing the world-class selected goods which you can also buy here. The goods sold here change by season or so, so whenever you go there, you find the good-as-usual barber service and also some new interesting stuffs.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Mandarin Barber?

The Mandarin Barber is at 2/F, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong Island, in Central, Central and Western. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions. It is on an upper floor, so look for the building name and floor number.

What kind of business is The Mandarin Barber?

The Mandarin Barber is listed as a barber.

What are the opening hours of The Mandarin Barber?

Published hours: Mon–Sat 08:00–20:00, Sun 09:00–18:00. Hours can change over Lunar New Year and other public holidays, and many businesses close while Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above or a Black Rainstorm Warning is in force, so call before a special trip.

Is The Mandarin Barber open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday the hours are 09:00–18:00.

Do I need to book?

Hair, nail and beauty salons are best booked ahead, especially at weekends and before Lunar New Year, and many take bookings by phone or WhatsApp. Read the terms before buying a prepaid package.

How do I book an appointment?

The simplest way is to call 2825 4088. Many Hong Kong businesses also take enquiries and bookings by WhatsApp, and some via mandarinoriental.com. On first contact describe what you need and ask about the price and the next free slot.

How is The Mandarin Barber rated on Google?

The Mandarin Barber has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 74 reviews.