Hong Kong’s Happy Valley: A happy place to call home

Situated on the Northern part of Hong Kong Island, Happy Valley is mostly a residential neighborhood where a mix of both locals and expatriates have come to call home. Ironically though, the area had originally been marshy and hence, early residents were susceptible to malaria. Hence, the area was originally used as a cemetery and given the common euphemism at the time for cemetery (“Happy Valley”).

Today however, Happy Valley is populated by upper income residents and local celebrities and hence, the area contains a number of upscale restaurants, supermarkets, banks and hotels. In addition, Happy Valley is home to the Happy Valley Racecourse, one of two horse racing tracks in Hong Kong plus the Hong Kong Jockey Club Archive and Museum.

For business travelers and expatriates looking for long-term accommodations (minimum of one month), the Eaton House Blue Pool is just a 5-minutes drive to Causeway Bay and comprises 55 One and Two bedroom apartments and Studios, a private swimming pool, fully equipped gym and a beautifully landscaped garden and terrace. In addition, the Eaton House Village Road is located in the heart of Happy Valley and offers 50 deluxe Studio and One Bedroom apartments, an outdoor terrace for private functions and complimentary broadband service.

So if you are a long-term business traveler coming to Hong Kong or an expatriate looking for a quiet and upscale residential area to call home, look no further than Happy Valley.