A social hub of exotic cocktails crowns Kimpton’s Hong Kong debut
Hong Kong, 3 Oct 2025 – As Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong marks the hospitality group’s debut in the city, global branding firm Eight Partnership unveils the brand for Swim Club, the hotel’s 54-seat, rooftop poolside bar. The concept is an urban hideaway blending bright, innovative mixology with social dynamism, marking Kimpton’s bold entry into Hong Kong’s cocktail scene and the wider region.
Perched on the 50th floor, Swim Club transitions from inviting indoor seating to a sun-drenched terrace, wrapping around a heated, 20-metre-long pool to face uninterrupted Victoria Harbour views. At the helm is Ram Yadav, Director of Bars, an industry veteran recognised by Diageo World Class, with a storied career bridging artisanal cocktail programmes and luxury mainstays. Tailored to discerning patrons that appreciate tastefulness with a wink, the space feels both spontaneous and composed—an attitude shaped by vibrant Tsim Sha Tsui below.
Eight defined a creative foundation for Swim Club that blends vintage, Southern California pool culture with Hong Kong’s kinetic urban energy. A spirited whimsicality underpins the brand identity, tone of voice, and sun-soaked visual language, translating into a brand experience immersed in easy, knowing playfulness.
Swim Club’s aesthetic at once assured and indulgent, yet effortlessly irreverent. A terracotta and ocean-blue palette channels the warmth of a coastal afternoon, while the logo’s custom typography mimics breaking waves, echoing the bar’s confidently sociable atmosphere. Hand-illustrated motifs are paired with whip-smart copy across physical brand collaterals like coasters and stickers, leaving guests with a tangible piece of the experience to take home.
“The best bars today don’t need to shout, but they do need a point of view,” says Ram Yadav, Director of Bars at Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong. “While Swim Club is the living expression of a luxury hotel experience, it is just as much in a dialogue with the neighbourhood around it. From guest bartender collaborations to moonlit DJ sets by the pool, every element is designed to spark connection.”
“Swim Club is built for modern guests who know what they’re after and still want to be surprised,” says Chris Fjelddahl, Partner at Eight Partnership. “Here, the luxury is in the experience—not just in what’s poured, but in the feeling you take with you.”
With Swim Club’s debut, Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong completes its vision for reimagined luxury lifestyle hospitality in Hong Kong. Nestled within is the speakeasy High Dive, an intimate counterpoint to Swim Club. In this alcove of only eight seats, rare spirits are introduced to connoisseurs in Baccarat crystal glassware under the glint of a Baccarat chandelier. Together, the two cement the new Kimpton property as a neighbourhood cornerstone and a new cultural fixture in the city’s cocktail scene.
About Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong
Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong stands as the largest global property of the Kimpton brand, proudly representing IHG Hotels & Resort’s luxury and lifestyle segment. Situated at the junction of contrasting areas within the historical Tsim Sha Tsui and its modernised counterpart, Kimpton Hong Kong offers a unique blend of modernity and heritage, reflecting Kimpton’s ethos that no two properties are alike.
With 495 rooms offering breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour, 5 distinctive dining concepts, state-of-the-art wellness and community programs, the hotel serves as a waterfront oasis and a tribute to the city’s cultural stamina. Guests can expect the epitome of luxury lifestyle at their fingertips, a sanctuary where every moment is crafted to nurture lasting memories and heartfelt connections.
About Kimpton
Kimpton, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, pioneered the concept of hotels combining sophisticated, playful design with a more human guest experience in the U.S. Founded in 1981, the San Francisco-born luxury lifestyle brand now operates more than 75 properties and over 100 restaurants, bars and lounges across urban locations, resort destinations and up-and-coming markets globally. From inspiring design and expansive experiences to forward-thinking flavours that feed the soul, Kimpton spaces act as vibrant hubs for sparking authentic human connections. Every detail is thoughtfully curated and artfully delivered so that guest experiences remain meaningful, unscripted and inspired.