It is 1am on a wet Tuesday, the rain is hammering down outside, and somewhere above Causeway Bay a group of friends is three songs deep into a Beyond medley with a tambourine nobody remembers ordering. This is karaoke in Hong Kong — or 唱K (cheung K), as everyone here calls it — and the city does it later, cheaper and with more conviction than almost anywhere on earth. Whether you want a glossy private box, a daytime singing session or a neon-lit night out, here is our guide to the best karaoke in Hong Kong for 2026.
Why Hong Kong is built for karaoke
Hongkongers have been obsessed with karaoke since it swept the city in the 1990s, and the obsession never really faded. Flats are small and rents are brutal, so social life happens outside the home — and a private KTV room is the great equaliser, equally happy hosting a birthday, a first date or a post-work team that should probably have gone home.
The format is different from the casual bar singalong many visitors expect. Here, you book a private room by the hour, order food and drinks to the table, and queue songs on a touchscreen. The two giants, Neway and Red Mr, dominate the scene, but a wave of cafe-style and high-tech newcomers has given the city more variety than it has had in years. If you would rather watch than perform, our guide to the best live music venues in Hong Kong has you covered instead.
One more reason locals love it: the timing. The MTR stops around 1am, but KTV rooms stay open until dawn, which makes them the natural last stop of any big night out — and a brilliant rainy-day indoor activity when a typhoon signal scuppers your plans.
The big KTV chains: Neway, CEO Neway & Red Mr
If you want the full Hong Kong KTV experience — slick private rooms, vast song catalogues and food delivered to your sofa — start with the big chains. They are everywhere, they are open absurdly late, and their daytime "happy-hour" sessions are some of the best value entertainment in the city.
Neway Karaoke Box
Neway is where most Hongkongers cut their karaoke teeth, and its biggest edge is licensing: exclusive deals with major regional labels mean it almost always has the official music videos and backing tracks for the latest Korean, Taiwanese and Cantopop hits. Rooms range from cosy two-seaters to cavernous party suites, the buffets and drink packages are generous, and there is a branch in nearly every busy district. Prices swing a lot with the time of day, so the daytime sessions are the value sweet spot. See current branches and offers on the official Neway website.
CEO Neway
CEO is Neway's step-up brand: smarter rooms, better sound and a more grown-up fit-out, while keeping the same enormous, up-to-date song library. The Yee Wo Street flagship is a Causeway Bay institution, spread over several floors a minute from the MTR. If a standard Neway feels a touch tired but you still want the latest tracks, this is the easy upgrade — and the daytime deals keep it within reach.
Red Mr (紅人派對)
Red Mr is Neway's biggest rival and the more playful of the two. Alongside traditional singing rooms, it offers party rooms kitted out with beer pong, dartboards, an Xbox and other distractions, and the larger rooms can swallow groups of up to 30. It is also the chain visitors tend to prefer, thanks to an unusually deep catalogue of English songs. Prices shift with the day and time, so call ahead — and check the official Red Mr site for the nearest branch.
Boutique & high-tech karaoke rooms
Not in the mood for a windowless mega-chain? A handful of newer venues have rethought the formula — bringing in daylight, proper cooking, AI gadgetry and a more design-led crowd. These are the spots to know when you want your cheung K with a twist.
Cosmos by Red Mr
Billed as Hong Kong's first cafe-meets-private-room concept, Cosmos throws out the KTV rulebook. Instead of a dark box, each room has colourful interiors and plenty of natural light, and the kitchen is genuinely good for a karaoke joint — think crispy chicken skin, mentaiko fried rice, spicy skewers and lunch sets. It is the easy sell for friends who claim to "hate karaoke": come for brunch, stay for an accidental three-hour singalong.
Mei KTV (魅KTV)
Mainland chain Mei KTV opened its first Hong Kong flagship in Lan Kwai Fong in early 2025, and it leans hard into technology: AI-powered sound tweaks, metaverse-style music-video production, full-screen displays and even performance stages and a virtual DJ station. It is squarely aimed at a younger, gadget-happy crowd, and its Central address makes it the obvious nightcap after a few rounds in the bars. Pair it with our ultimate Lan Kwai Fong guide for the full night.
Singsing Bar
Singsing is the sophisticated end of the spectrum — an LGBTQ+-friendly bar built around singing rather than a wall of private boxes. You line up your songs on a big electronic tablet before taking a turn at the two-seater podium with its own dedicated setup, and the venue regularly hosts singing competitions where the strongest voices walk away with bottles. It is intimate, stylish and a world away from a chain. For more after-dark gems in this vein, see our pick of Hong Kong's hidden bars and speakeasies.
Where is the best karaoke in Hong Kong?
The honest answer: it depends on your night. There is no single best KTV in Hong Kong — there is a best one for big groups, a best one for daytime, a best one for a date. Here is the cheat sheet.
Best karaoke in Hong Kong, by occasion
| You want… | Go to |
|---|---|
| A big group blowout until dawn | Neway or Red Mr |
| A plusher private room | CEO Neway |
| Daytime singing, daylight & proper food | Cosmos by Red Mr |
| Gadgets, AI & a young crowd | Mei KTV |
| A date or a stylish lounge | Singsing Bar |
| The deepest English-song list | Red Mr |
How much does karaoke cost in Hong Kong?
Karaoke is one of Hong Kong's great-value nights out — if you play it right. The single biggest lever is timing: daytime "lunch-K" sessions can cost less than half the evening rate, which is why students and savvy locals pile in before 6pm.
Typical KTV pricing (per person)
| Session | Roughly what to expect |
|---|---|
| Daytime "lunch-K" (approx. 1–6pm) | HK$89–160 |
| Evening session (some soft drinks included) | HK$200–300 |
| Snack / "nuts" charge (often compulsory) | HK$70–100 |
| Red Mr general rooms | HK$48–180 |
A few honest caveats: these are typical figures, not quotes, and they swing with the branch, day and time. Alcohol packages push the bill up quickly, and that snack charge is hard to dodge. If you are watching the budget, go early, keep to soft drinks and confirm the per-head minimum before you sit down.
Karaoke etiquette: do KTV like a local
A little local know-how goes a long way. Keep these in mind and you will sing — and spend — like you have done it a hundred times.
- Book ahead for Friday and Saturday nights and around public holidays; the good rooms go fast.
- Go in the daytime to save serious money — "lunch-K" and afternoon slots are the local hack.
- Expect the snack charge. The peanuts, crisps or fruit platter that lands on your table is rarely optional, so factor it in.
- You can't BYO. Food and drinks are bought in-house; most chains run buffet or drink packages.
- Song systems are excellent. The chains carry the newest licensed Canto, Mando and K-pop videos; Red Mr has the strongest English list.
- Plan your way home. The MTR shuts around 1am but the rooms run till dawn, so budget for a taxi after last trains.
Want to build a whole evening around it? Slot a KTV finale onto a crawl from our guide to Hong Kong's best nightclubs and you have a night that runs comfortably until sunrise.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between karaoke and KTV in Hong Kong?
In Hong Kong, "KTV" usually means the private-room chains such as Neway and Red Mr, where you book a room by the hour. "Karaoke" can also describe singing in a shared bar. Locals call the whole activity cheung K (唱K), literally "to sing K".
How much does a karaoke room cost in Hong Kong?
Expect roughly HK$89–160 per person for a cheaper daytime session and about HK$200–300 per person in the evening, often with a few soft drinks included. Most chains also add a near-compulsory snack charge of around HK$70–100. Prices vary by branch, day and time.
Do Hong Kong KTVs have English songs?
Yes. Neway holds licensing deals with major labels, so it usually has the latest Cantopop, Mandopop, K-pop and a solid English catalogue. Red Mr is known among the chains for an especially deep selection of English songs, which makes it a good pick for visitors.
What is the "nuts" or snack fee?
Many KTVs add a snack platter — peanuts, crisps or fruit — to your bill at around HK$70–100 per room or visit. It is often hard to opt out, so factor it in and ask staff what is included before you order extra food and drinks.
Can you sing karaoke in Hong Kong without booking a private room?
Yes. Bar-style public karaoke exists at venues such as Singsing Bar in Causeway Bay, while Filipino restobars and some gay bars, like Boo Bar in Jordan, let you grab the mic in a shared room. It is cheaper than a private box and far more sociable. Time Out Hong Kong's karaoke round-up lists more.
However you sing it, karaoke remains one of the most joyful, democratic things you can do in this city — a HK$100 ticket to feeling like a superstar for a few hours. Grab some friends, queue up something shameless, and let Hong Kong do what it does best after dark.
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