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Key takeaways
- Most Sha Tin rooms are in industrial buildings in Fo Tan (East Rail Line) and Shek Mun (Tuen Ma Line), and are usually roomy.
- At Fo Tan, Exit B leads to Fo Tan Road and Shan Mei Street and Exit D to Au Pui Wan Street. Shek Mun's industrial area is west of the station.
- If guests come on both lines, meet at Tai Wai, the interchange.
- On Sha Tin race days some East Rail trains run via Racecourse and skip Fo Tan, so check the platform display.
- Night and holiday access to industrial buildings varies. Follow the host's entry instructions.
Most party rooms in the Sha Tin district are in two industrial areas, Fo Tan and Shek Mun, where units are usually spacious enough for birthdays, friend groups from the eastern New Territories and company events. Fo Tan is on the East Rail Line, Shek Mun is on the Tuen Ma Line, and Tai Wai is where the two lines meet, so it is straightforward from Kowloon or anywhere in the eastern New Territories.
Where are Sha Tin's party rooms?
| Area | MTR | What it is like |
|---|---|---|
| Fo Tan | Fo Tan station, East Rail Line | Industrial area close to the station |
| Shek Mun | Shek Mun station, Tuen Ma Line | Mostly industrial and business buildings |
| Tai Wai | Tai Wai station, East Rail and Tuen Ma lines | Interchange, easy to reach from both lines |
| Central Sha Tin | Sha Tin station, East Rail Line | Malls and housing estates, very convenient |
Fo Tan
- Fo Tan station, East Rail Line
- Easiest from Kowloon Tong, Tai Po or Sheung Shui
- Exit B for Shan Mei Street and Fo Tan Road, Exit D for Au Pui Wan Street
- Some trains skip Fo Tan on race days
Shek Mun
- Shek Mun station, Tuen Ma Line
- Easiest from Ma On Shan, Diamond Hill or East Kowloon
- Industrial area west of the station, nearest Exits A and C
- Business buildings nearby too
Fo Tan
The Fo Tan industrial area sits close to Fo Tan station and is one of the main industrial-building areas in Sha Tin. Exit B heads towards Fo Tan Road and Shan Mei Street; Exit D heads towards Au Pui Wan Street. Follow a map from the station to the right building; the exact floor and unit appear in your booking once it is confirmed.
Shek Mun
Shek Mun station on the Tuen Ma Line has its industrial and business buildings on the west side; Exits A and C face that way. If your friends live in Ma On Shan or are coming along the Tuen Ma Line from East Kowloon, it is often the more convenient option.
Tai Wai and central Sha Tin
Tai Wai is the interchange between the East Rail and Tuen Ma lines, so if your guests are arriving on both, a room in or near Tai Wai is the fair compromise. Central Sha Tin is easy to reach and suits smaller gatherings.
What do the rooms include?
Industrial-building rooms tend to have more equipment. Common features:
- Karaoke with a big screen
- Switch, PS5 and VR
- Pool and mahjong tables, board games
- BBQ or hot pot equipment, sometimes with food sets as an add-on
- A projector and long tables for work events
Facilities and maximum group size are listed on each venue page.
Fo Tan has a concentrated choice, so it is worth looking at directly:
Who is Sha Tin best for?
- Friends in the eastern New Territories. Groups from Sha Tin, Tai Po or Ma On Shan do not need to go into Kowloon.
- Big birthdays. Fifteen or more usually fit in an industrial unit. See birthday party rooms.
- Company events. Fo Tan and Shek Mun have plenty of industrial and commercial buildings. See team-building venues, or use the concierge form for a large event.
- Graduation parties. There are tertiary institutions in the district. See graduation party rooms.
Practical tips
- Meeting point. If guests are coming on both the East Rail and Tuen Ma lines, meet at Tai Wai station and travel on together.
- Lifts. Expect a wait at the end of the working day and at weekends. Ask guests to arrive a little early.
- Night access. Some buildings close certain lifts or the main gate at night or on holidays. Self check-in venues send entry instructions by email and WhatsApp before the start.
- Food. There may be fewer places to eat in the industrial areas at night, so order delivery in good time and include the building name, floor and unit.
- Noise. Neighbouring units may still be working. Keep karaoke reasonable.
- Parking. Some industrial buildings have car parks. See party rooms with parking, and expect spaces and charges to depend on the building.
What to ask the host before booking
- Which exit at Fo Tan or Shek Mun is closest to the building?
- How do we get in at night or on a holiday, and do any lifts stop running?
- Is there a car park in the building?
- Can we bring food or order delivery, and is there hot pot or BBQ equipment?
You can message the host from the venue page.
How do I book on Gatherland?
- Open Sha Tin party rooms, Fo Tan party rooms or Shek Mun party rooms and enter your date, start time, duration and group size.
- Results show the total and availability, with no booking fee for guests. Friday to Sunday, public holidays and the day before a public holiday are charged at the weekend rate.
- Instant book venues confirm as soon as payment succeeds. For host confirms venues, the host has 24 hours to accept, and you are not charged if they decline.
- Calendars are open 90 days ahead in 30-minute slots.
Use the group date poll to agree on a date and the cost splitter to share the bill. The price index shows typical price levels.
Nearby alternatives
- Tai Wai party rooms: the interchange, easy from both lines.
- Ma On Shan party rooms: further east on the Tuen Ma Line.
- Tai Po party rooms: north on the East Rail Line.
- Kowloon Tong party rooms: the first stop in Kowloon on the East Rail Line.
See the Sha Tin district page for every venue type in the area.
Frequently asked questions
Where are most party rooms in Sha Tin?
Industrial-building rooms are mainly in two industrial areas, Fo Tan near Fo Tan station on the East Rail Line and Shek Mun near Shek Mun station on the Tuen Ma Line. There are also rooms in central Sha Tin and Tai Wai. The exact floor and unit are shown once your booking is confirmed.
Fo Tan or Shek Mun?
Both are mostly industrial buildings, so the main difference is transport. Fo Tan is easier on the East Rail Line; Shek Mun is easier on the Tuen Ma Line or from Ma On Shan. Search both, then decide on facilities and group size.
Which exit should I use at Fo Tan station?
Exit B leads towards Fo Tan Road and Shan Mei Street, and Exit D towards Au Pui Wan Street. Check which street the building is on once your booking is confirmed, then choose the exit.
How long does it take to get to Sha Tin from Kowloon?
It depends where you start. The East Rail Line from Kowloon Tong and the Tuen Ma Line from Diamond Hill both reach Sha Tin without a change, and Fo Tan and Shek Mun are a short walk from their stations.
Are Sha Tin party rooms good for company events?
Fo Tan and Shek Mun have many industrial and commercial buildings, and rooms there are generally spacious, so they suit team-building and company parties. For a large corporate event, the concierge form lets you describe what you need.
Is it easy to get into an industrial building at night?
It varies by building. Some close certain lifts or the main gate at night or on holidays. The host sends entry instructions before the start, and you can ask them from the venue page.
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