Student Life Resources

2–5 km radius city life information around the university: housing, supermarkets, dining, transit, safety, healthcare, and job market insights.

The University of Hong Kong (HKU)

Pokfulam & Mid-Levels · Hong Kong Island · Hong Kong SAR
Global Asian hub · Safe · Super convenient transit

HKU sits on the western side of Hong Kong Island, between the Mid-Levels and Pokfulam districts. Within a few kilometers, students can reach MTR stations, buses, trams, supermarkets, hiking trails, and a high density of cafés and local restaurants. Living costs are higher than many other cities, but there are many housing and food options at different budget levels.

Very easy to live without a car Living cost: est. HK$9,000–16,000 / month Finance · tech · global business hub
HKU campus and Hong Kong Island skyline

Housing

Shared room
Around HK$4,500–7,500 / month in shared student halls or shared flats near campus (depending on room type and meal plan).
1B apartment
Around HK$11,000–18,000 / month for small 1B apartments in Mid-Levels, Sai Ying Pun or nearby districts.
Student areas
Pokfulam, Sai Ying Pun, Kennedy Town, Mid-Levels.
More housing details
Many HKU students live in university halls, colleges, or shared apartments. Housing close to campus and on Hong Kong Island is convenient but can be expensive; some students choose slightly longer commutes to reduce rent.

Food

Campus meals
About HK$40–65 per meal at HKU canteens and cafés for basic set meals, noodles or rice dishes.
Off-campus
HK$55–110 per person at local cha chaan teng, dim sum places and international cafés around the Mid-Levels and Sai Ying Pun.
Groceries
Around HK$1,200–2,000 / month for basic groceries at supermarkets and wet markets, depending on cooking habits.
More about dining & groceries
Students can easily find local Hong Kong food, international chains and cafés within a few minutes by foot or public transport from campus. Cooking at home plus occasional eating out can help control living costs.

Transit

Car-free living
Almost all students rely on public transport instead of owning a car.
Campus buses / MTR
MTR, buses and trams connect HKU with Central, Kowloon and other districts.
Airport access
Airport Express + MTR or bus connections link HKU area to Hong Kong Airport.
More about transit
Octopus card and contactless payments make transit very convenient around HKU. Daily commuting costs are usually moderate compared with rent.

Safety & Health

Campus safety
HKU campus security and city safety services support daily student life.
Health services
Students can register with a local GP and access public or private clinics.
Emergency care
Major hospitals are reachable by MTR or taxi within Hong Kong Island.
More safety & health details
Hong Kong’s healthcare system offers both public and private options, and international students typically use insurance plus local clinics or hospitals.

Economy & Jobs

Main industries
Finance, trade, logistics, professional services, technology.
Student jobs
On-campus research assistant roles, part-time work in cafés and tutoring (subject to visa rules).
Internships
Many global banks, consulting firms and tech companies have offices in Hong Kong.
More about economy & jobs
HKU students often find internships and graduate roles through the careers center, professors and company programs in Central and across the region.

Official Links

University homepage International / Global office Accommodation & student halls Student support & wellbeing Local transport information

City Life Photos

Local Hong Kong food near HKU

Local Hong Kong food, cafés and restaurants around HKU.

Students and city life around HKU

Student activities and city life on Hong Kong Island.

Hong Kong night view from the harbor

Night view of Hong Kong – a global Asian business hub.

Students studying on HKU campus

Study spaces on HKU campus and nearby cafés.