Global Sources Hong Kong Shows: Hotels & Where to Stay
11 Oct – 30 Oct 2026 AsiaWorld-Expo 130,000+ visitor entries attendees
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The Global Sources Hong Kong Shows return to AsiaWorld-Expo from 11-30 October 2026, running as consecutive phases covering consumer electronics, mobile electronics, and lifestyle and fashion products. Across the month the shows log 130,000-plus visitor entries — importers, Amazon and e-commerce sellers, distributors and retail buyers, largely from the US, Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia, meeting verified mainland Chinese and Asian manufacturers face to face. The venue's quirk shapes the whole trip: AsiaWorld-Expo sits on the airport island at Chek Lap Kok, its own MTR station opening directly into the halls, which means buyers weigh staying out at Tung Chung near the venue against basing in Tsim Sha Tsui or Central and commuting on the Airport Express. October is also Hong Kong's peak trade-fair season, so citywide hotel demand stacks up. This page lists live bookable rates for both strategies alongside transit and entry guidance.
Popular areas for attendees: Tung Chung · Tsim Sha Tsui · Central.
- Hotels matched to the AsiaWorld-Expo commute — Tung Chung for proximity, TST and Central for the city experience
- Live 4-5 star rates across Hong Kong's buyer-favourite districts
- Free-cancellation rates prioritised across multi-phase show schedules
- Instant tax invoice for straightforward sourcing-trip expenses
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 11 Oct – 30 Oct 2026
- Venue
- AsiaWorld-Expo
- City
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Airport
- HKG
- Attendance
- 130,000+ visitor entries
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Rates shown for the event window, Sat, Oct 10 → Sat, Oct 31 (arrive the day before, leave the day after) — or choose your own dates above.
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Where to eat during Global Sources Hong Kong Shows
Wan Chai's HKCEC sits minutes from Central and Causeway Bay by taxi or MTR, while AsiaWorld-Expo is out by the airport on Lantau (allow more time). These picks favour the Central/Wan Chai side, easy after a day at HKCEC.
Lung King Heen
Cantonese
Four Seasons, Central
Harbour-view Cantonese fine dining, a polished and safe choice for an important client dinner just across from Wan Chai.
Tip: Request a window table for the Victoria Harbour view when booking.
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8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana
Italian
Central (Alexandra House)
Umberto Bombana's refined Italian cooking with white truffle in season; a top-tier alternative to a Cantonese banquet.
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Kam's Roast Goose
Cantonese roast meats
Wan Chai (walkable from HKCEC)
Legendary crisp-skinned roast goose over rice in a no-frills room; a quick, brilliant lunch a few minutes from the convention centre.
Tip: Expect a short queue at peak lunch; turnover is fast.
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Yardbird
Japanese yakitori
Sheung Wan
Buzzy, no-reservations yakitori and Japanese small plates with a great sake and cocktail list; good for a relaxed team dinner.
Tip: Go early or expect a wait; it does not take bookings for small groups.
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Tim Ho Wan (Sham Shui Po)
Dim sum
Sham Shui Po, Kowloon
The original branch of the famed budget dim-sum chain, best known for its baked BBQ-pork buns.
Tip: Arrive off-peak; the baked char siu bao are the must-order.
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% Arabica
Specialty coffee
Central / Sheung Wan
Minimalist Kyoto-born coffee bar chain with several harbourside branches; reliable espresso for a quick meeting or takeaway.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after Global Sources Hong Kong Shows — bookable experiences in Hong Kong, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's calendar centres on its famous rugby sevens, midweek horse racing at Happy Valley and big shows at the new Kai Tak Stadium.
Hong Kong Sevens
The city's marquee rugby sevens tournament, now staged at the new Kai Tak Sports Park, famous for costumes and party atmosphere.
Find ticketsHappy Valley Racecourse (midweek racing)
Floodlit horse racing in the middle of the city, a lively and quintessentially Hong Kong evening out.
Find ticketsKai Tak Stadium concerts
The 50,000-seat retractable-roof stadium is now the city's main venue for major touring acts.
Find ticketsClockenflap Music Festival
Hong Kong's biggest outdoor music and arts festival, with a mix of international and regional acts.
Find ticketsStandard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon
A major road-race weekend that winds through Kowloon and across Hong Kong's harbour crossings.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
Getting there
From Hong Kong International (HKG)
- AsiaWorld-Expo is on the airport island itself — the Airport Express runs one stop from Airport station to AsiaWorld-Expo, a ride of only a couple of minutes
- If you land during show hours you can literally visit the fair before checking into your hotel
- Taxis from the terminal to the venue take under 10 minutes; Tung Chung hotels are a similar short hop
- In-town check-in at Hong Kong and Kowloon stations lets you drop bags early on departure day and squeeze in a final venue visit
From Kowloon and Hong Kong Island
- The Airport Express from Hong Kong station reaches AsiaWorld-Expo in about 28 minutes, with Kowloon and Tsing Yi stops en route
- On major show days the MTR often offers same-day round-trip Airport Express discounts with an Octopus card — check before you travel
- The Tung Chung line plus a short taxi or bus link is the budget alternative, slower but far cheaper than full Airport Express fares
- Cross-boundary coaches and the ferry from Shenzhen's Shekou port serve buyers combining the show with factory visits in the Pearl River Delta
Getting around during Global Sources Hong Kong Shows
Getting to AsiaWorld-Expo daily
- AsiaWorld-Expo station connects directly into the exhibition halls — no outdoor walking, which matters in October's lingering heat and occasional downpours
- From Tung Chung, the venue is minutes away by taxi or local bus, making it the lowest-friction base
- Airport Express trains run frequently, but budget for full-carriage crowds at the 09:30-10:30 arrival peak on opening days
- Ride-hailing and taxis serve the venue easily since airport-bound supply is constant — one advantage of an airport-island venue
Around Hong Kong
- Get an Octopus card (physical or in your phone wallet) on arrival — it covers MTR, buses, ferries, trams and most convenience purchases
- The MTR is fast, air-conditioned and dense; almost no buyer needs taxis within the urban core
- October evenings are prime for supplier dinners in Tsim Sha Tsui and Central — both are direct MTR or Airport Express rides from the venue
- Note that October is Hong Kong's busiest fair season overall, so restaurants and hotels citywide feel the load, not just near the venue
Visa & entry
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Around 170 nationalities enter Hong Kong visa-free for 7 to 180 days — UK citizens get up to 180 days; US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and most EU passport holders get 90 days
- Most Southeast Asian nationalities receive 14-30 days visa-free, ample for the show phases
- Hong Kong's regime is separate from mainland China's — no Chinese visa is needed for Hong Kong itself
eVisa / visa required
- Indian nationals must complete free online Pre-arrival Registration (PAR) before travelling, giving multiple visa-free visits of up to 14 days each
- Mainland Chinese residents require an Exit-Entry Permit with the appropriate endorsement rather than a visa
- Nationals not on the visa-free list apply to the Hong Kong Immigration Department, with sponsorship documentation helpful for business visits
Documents to carry
- Global Sources buyer registration confirmation and business cards — the shows are trade-only and verify buyer status
- Hotel booking and onward or return ticket, which immigration officers may request
- If you plan side trips to Shenzhen or Guangzhou factories, arrange your separate mainland China visa or check eligibility for the Shenzhen port visa before travelling
Immigration rules are updated frequently — verify your nationality's current entitlement with the Hong Kong Immigration Department (immd.gov.hk) before booking.
First time at Global Sources Hong Kong Shows?
- Check which phase covers your category before booking — consumer electronics, mobile electronics, and lifestyle/fashion run as separate phases across the month, on different dates
- Pre-register online as a buyer; on-site registration queues at AsiaWorld-Expo are slowest on each phase's opening morning
- Bring plenty of business cards and a way to photograph and log supplier details systematically — you will meet hundreds of factories in two days
- Plan the halls by product zone and book key supplier meetings ahead through the Global Sources platform
- If your schedule spans two phases, consider splitting your stay: Tung Chung for show days, Kowloon or Central for the gap days
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Day one afternoons and final days are quietest on the floor — the best time for extended negotiations rather than quick scans
- Experienced buyers pair the show with the concurrent October fair calendar in Hong Kong and factory visits across the border, so build buffer days into the trip
- Food inside AsiaWorld-Expo is limited at peak lunch — eat early, or take the short hop to Tung Chung's mall food courts for faster, cheaper options
- Use the same-day Airport Express round-trip promotions with an Octopus card when offered on show days; the savings over single fares are substantial
Global Sources Hong Kong Shows travel FAQs
Where should I stay for the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows?
Tung Chung is the practical winner — minutes from AsiaWorld-Expo with solid international hotels. Buyers who want restaurants, nightlife and supplier dinners base in Tsim Sha Tsui or Central and ride the Airport Express, trading about 30 minutes each way.
How much do hotels cost during the Global Sources shows?
October is Hong Kong's peak trade-fair month, so citywide rates rise meaningfully above normal — expect a solid premium rather than the extreme multiples of some Western mega-fairs, with Tung Chung tightening most on show dates.
How early should I book hotels for the Global Sources shows?
Two to four months out is usually enough for good choice, but Tung Chung's limited inventory rewards earlier action, especially if your dates span multiple phases in the October calendar.
Which airport do I fly into for the Global Sources shows?
Hong Kong International (HKG) — the venue is effectively part of the airport complex, one Airport Express stop away. No other airport makes sense unless you are entering overland from Shenzhen.
Can I visit mainland China factories during the show?
Yes, and many buyers do — Shenzhen is under an hour away by cross-boundary transport. But mainland China has separate entry requirements from Hong Kong, so arrange a Chinese visa or confirm your eligibility for transit or port-visa schemes before you leave home.
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