At your service even before you arrive, our concierge has put together some information they consider useful for our international guests.

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Time Zone

GMT + 8 hours

Language

The official languages of Macau are Cantonese and Portuguese. Mandarin and English are used by many people, particularly in shops, restaurants and hotels.

Local Currency

The Macau Pataca is the main currency used, with the Hong Kong dollar and the Chinese yuan renminbi also widely accepted in the city. You can exchange currency at either a bank or private currency exchange.

Electrical Standard

Local voltage is 220 volts AC. Electrical plug adaptors for the UK can be supplied.

Shopping

Our hotel is connected directly to high class One Central Shopping Mall, home to the top luxury brands in the world.

Shopping Hours

Monday to Friday: 11am to 9pm
Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 10pm

Banking Hours

Monday to Friday: 9am to 5:30pm

Nearby Facilities

The hotel is situated literally at the centre of town, restaurants, shops and casinos are a step away.

Travel Visa Requirements

Nationals of most countries are not required to obtain visas for stays generally up to 30-90 days, so long as you hold a passport valid for six months after your planned departure.

If you are planning a trip to the China mainland, you will require a visa. Visas may be obtained at any of the China Travel Service (CTS) offices counters in Macau. Our concierge will be delighted to assist. For more details, please visit Macau Tourism.

Medical Services

The closest facilities are available at Kiang Wu Hospital, which is about 3km away and can be reached by taxi within 20 minutes from the hotel. The other facilities are at Hospital Conde Sao Januario, which is 2km away from the hotel, a journey which takes about 10 minutes by taxi.

Tips on Tipping

While tipping is not customary among the Chinese, Macau is an international destination therefore porters and waiters have become accustomed to small tips on top of the 10% service fee that’s automatically charged. Bellboys, porters and toilet attendants will also expect a small tip, around MOP 10 - 20.

Public Holidays

Public HolidaysDate
New Year’s Day1 January 2012
Chinese New Year23-25 January 2012
Cheng Ming Festival 4 April 2012
Good Friday6 April 2012
Day before Easter7 April 2012
Feast of Buddha28 April 2012
Labour Day1 May 2012
Tuen Ng Festival 23 June 2012
Day following Mid-Autumn Festival 30 September 2012
National Day of People's Republic Of China1 October 2012
Day following National Day2 October 2012
Chong Yung Festival23 October 2012
All Soul's Day2 November 2012
Feast of Immaculate Conception8 December 2012
Macau S.A.R Establishment Day20 December 2012
Winter Solstice22 December 2012
Christmas Eve24 December 2012
Christmas Day25 December 2012

Local Events

EventsDateEvents Details
Procession of the Passion of Our Lord, the God Jesus25 – 26 February 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
Macau International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition29 – 31 March 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
23rd Macau Arts Festival1 May – 2 June 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
12th Macau Lotus Flower Festival9 – 17 June 2012During this time visitors can see a cornucopia of lotuses in gardens, squares and roundabouts and take in performances, planting demonstrations and exhibitions.
Macau International Dragon Boat Races16 – 17, 23 June 2012This old Chinese festival is to commemorate the heroic poet Wat Yuen who protested against corruption by drowning himself. Today all celebrations are concentrated on the famous Dragon Boat Races.
FIVB World Grand PrixAugust 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
24th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest8, 15, 22, 29 September and 1 October 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
26th Macau International Music Festival5 October – 4 November 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
Lusofonia festival 201219 - 21 October 2012To celebrate Portuguese-speaking individuals who have contributed to Macao’s development. Originally known as the “Carnival in a Portuguese Style”, the festival has turned into a cultural event incorporated with Portuguese culture. Its Chinese name denotes Portuguese live music in the Carmo Area, entertaining visitors in the picturesque setting of the Taipa Houses-Museum.
10th Macau A-Ma Cultural & tourism FestivalOctober 2012In celebration of the A-Ma Cultural & Tourism Festival, ceremonies and performances will be held in the A-Ma Cultural Village on Coloane Alto and in various venues around Macau
17th Macau International Trade and Investment FairOctober 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
12th Macau City Fringe Festival9 – 25 November 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
59th Macau Grand Prix15 – 18 November 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link
12th Macau Food FestivalNovember 2012The Macau Food Festival will be like an amusement park where visitors can taste worldwide cuisines in just one place.
Macau International Marathon2 December 2012Useful Link Icon· Useful link