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Key takeaways
- San Po Kong has no MTR station. Use Diamond Hill Exit A2, or Kai Tak Exit C through the mall and footbridges.
- Four players per table, so eight people need two tables. Count anyone rotating in.
- Games overrun. Book an extra 30 to 60 minutes; slots are in 30-minute steps.
- Self check-in rooms can usually be booked up to 30 minutes before the start; staffed rooms need about two hours.
San Po Kong is one of East Kowloon's industrial-building districts, and its mahjong rooms are mostly inside those buildings, which usually means more space than a flat. They suit anyone who cannot fit a table at home or just wants a few uninterrupted rounds with friends. San Po Kong has no MTR station of its own; walk in from Diamond Hill, Wong Tai Sin or Kai Tak. If it is fully booked, Diamond Hill and Kwun Tong are the obvious alternatives.
How do I get to a San Po Kong mahjong room?
| Station | Lines | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Diamond Hill | Kwun Tong Line, Tuen Ma Line | Exit A2 is signed for San Po Kong; interchange, easy from the New Territories |
| Wong Tai Sin | Kwun Tong Line | Direct from elsewhere in Kowloon on the Kwun Tong Line |
| Kai Tak | Tuen Ma Line | Exit C links to San Po Kong through a mall basement and footbridges |
The streets are dense and the buildings close together, so check the street number and the most convenient station before you leave. The exact floor and unit appear in your booking once it is confirmed. There are also many bus and minibus routes if you live elsewhere in East Kowloon.
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Check the address after confirmation
The exact floor and unit appear in your booking once it is confirmed. Look up the street number on a map and pick the nearest station.
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Choose your exit
On the Kwun Tong or Tuen Ma Line, use Diamond Hill Exit A2. On the Tuen Ma Line you can also use Kai Tak Exit C and walk through the mall and footbridges.
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Meet at street level
Meet at the building entrance rather than inside the station, and go up once all four of you are there.
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Follow the entry instructions
Self check-in venues send entry instructions, such as a door code, by email and WhatsApp before the start. Forward them to the others.
What should I look for in a mahjong room?
Tables and headcount
Four players per table, so eight people need two tables. If some friends want to rotate in and out, count them too. Search with your total headcount and rooms that are too small drop out.
Automatic or manual tables
If you want faster shuffling and more rounds in the same time, look for a room with automatic mahjong tables. The venue page says which kind it has; message the host if it is not clear. The mahjong party room guide explains the difference.
How it is priced
Some rooms charge per person per hour and some per room per hour, and some set a minimum number of hours. Search results show the total for your slot and headcount, with no booking fee for guests.
Comfort
Air-conditioning, drinks, a sofa to rest on, a private toilet: it varies by room. For a long session, comfort matters. If a private toilet is important, see venues with a private toilet.
How do Diamond Hill and Kwun Tong compare?
Diamond Hill
- Where the Kwun Tong and Tuen Ma lines meet
- Easy from both the eastern and western New Territories
- San Po Kong is a walk from Exit A2
Kwun Tong
- Plenty of industrial buildings along the Kwun Tong Line
- A similarly wide choice of rooms
- Suits players from Tseung Kwan O or south-east Kowloon
- Diamond Hill: see Diamond Hill mahjong rooms.
- Kwun Tong: see Kwun Tong mahjong rooms.
When is a mahjong room a good idea?
- Family gatherings. When the flat cannot fit two or three tables, renting a room is simpler.
- Regular games with friends. Play from the afternoon into the evening without disturbing anyone at home.
- Work socials. A few rounds after work. See team-building venues.
- Mixed groups. If not everyone plays, choose a party room with a mahjong table so others can sing or play games.
Tips for a mahjong session
- Book enough time. Games run long. Add half an hour to an hour to your estimate; overtime can be claimed against a security deposit where the venue takes one.
- Building access. Some industrial buildings close certain lifts or the main gate at night or on holidays. Follow the host's entry instructions; self check-in venues send them by email and WhatsApp before the start.
- Food. There are plenty of places to eat nearby, and delivery works if you give the building name, floor and unit, or meet the rider in the lobby. Whether you can eat at the table is up to the venue.
- Noise. Shuffling tiles is loud. Be mindful of neighbours late at night.
What should I ask before my first booking?
- How many tables, and are they automatic or manual?
- Is it priced per person or per room, and is there a minimum number of hours?
- Is there air-conditioning, drinks and somewhere to rest?
- How do we get into the building at night or on holidays?
- Can we eat in the room or order delivery?
- Is there a private toilet?
Most of this is on the venue page. If you cannot find it, message the host.
How do I book on Gatherland?
- Open San Po Kong mahjong rooms and enter your date, start time, duration and headcount.
- Instant book venues confirm as soon as payment succeeds. For host confirms venues, the host has 24 hours to accept; the slot is held and you are not charged if they decline.
- Friday to Sunday, public holidays and the day before a public holiday are charged at the weekend rate.
- 90 days
- How far ahead calendars open
- 30 min
- Booking slots move in 30-minute steps
- 30 min before
- Usual latest booking at self check-in rooms
- About 2 hours
- Notice usually needed at staffed rooms
Get four people on the same date with the group date poll, and split the room cost afterwards with the cost splitter. The price index shows typical price levels.
Nearby alternatives
See the San Po Kong district page for every venue type in the area.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an MTR station in San Po Kong?
No. Most people walk in from Diamond Hill station (Kwun Tong and Tuen Ma lines) using Exit A2, Wong Tai Sin station (Kwun Tong Line) or Kai Tak station (Tuen Ma Line) using Exit C. The exact floor and unit are shown once your booking is confirmed.
How many people do I need to book a mahjong room?
A mahjong table seats four, so rooms are usually planned in fours. Some venues set a minimum headcount or a minimum number of hours, and some charge per person per hour while others charge per room per hour. The venue page has the details.
What is the difference between a mahjong room and a party room with a mahjong table?
A mahjong room is set up mainly for playing, so the focus is the tables and comfortable seating. A party room with a mahjong table usually has other things too, such as karaoke or games consoles, which is better if some of your group will not play.
Can we play overnight?
That depends on each venue's opening hours and bookable slots. Enter your start time and duration when you search to see what is free. Slots are in 30-minute steps.
How soon can I book if we decide to play today?
Self check-in venues can usually be booked up to 30 minutes before the start; staffed venues need about two hours' notice.
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