Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong hits the heights

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong opened today with the claim of being the world's "highest" hotel.

The 312-room hotel is located at the top of the International Commerce Centre (ICC) in Hong Kong, occupying floors 102 to 118.

Herve Humler, president and COO of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company said, "We are taking luxury to new heights in every sense."

Guests will be welcomed into the arrival lobby on the 9th floor before being transported up to the hotel lobby on the 103rd floor which has panoramic views over Hong Kong.