HONG Kong’s Ocean Park has unveiled plans to launch several new attractions in 2014 and a hotel in 2016, as part of its strategy to expand the park into an integrated resort destination.
The 495-room Ocean Hotel will be built on a 17,044m2 site in front of Ocean Park’s main entrance, providing convenient accommodation for guests spending multiple days at the park.
Allan Zeman, chairman of Ocean Park, said: “We are now ready to transform Ocean Park into a premier international resort destination and further fulfil our role as a major pillar of Hong Kong’s tourism industry. With the completion of the MTR South Island Line in 2015, the new hotel will also enhance Southern District’s position as a new base for travellers.”
A new shark aquarium and a koala exhibition will open in the third and fourth quarter of 2014 respectively, while the now-closed Tai Shue Wan area will be redeveloped into a water park, according to Zeman.
