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Cotai Water Jet
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Launched in November 2007, Cotai Water Jet is a premium high-speed ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. As of Dec 2017, the maritime jet fleet has serviced more than 67 million passengers and in 2017 averaged approximately 94 daily sailings. Its 14 custom-built catamarans have the capacity to carry more than 400 passengers each and operate at top speeds of approximately 42 knots. Passengers on Cotai Water Jet have a choice of three classes of service as well as direct sailings between ports in Macao, Taipa, Hong Kong, Kowloon and Hong Kong International Airport, thus providing an important transportation option for both locals and visitors to Macao. The Cotai Water Jet service is managed and operated on behalf of owner Sands China Ltd. by Chu Kong High Speed Ferry Co. Ltd. of Hong Kong.
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Neighbourhood: Sheung Wan
Unlike most of Hong Kong’s other popular districts, Sheung Wan welcomes wanderers with an easy-going, relaxed atmosphere. Art galleries are plentiful and boutique cafés are tucked away in every side street in the sub district known as “PoHo.” Browse through the vintage clothing and handmade leather goods stores – it’s no surprise fashionistas flock to this area. History enthusiasts will be rewarded with sites of beautiful architecture, reflecting Sheung Wan’s past as one of the earliest settlements by British forces. As night falls, the entertainment scene reveals itself to be just as laid back with its private kitchens, speakeasies and underground bars dotted throughout the area. When in Sheung Wan, everyday feels like the weekend.
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  • Sheung Wan • 3 min walk
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.0
651 reviews
Excellent
212
Very good
284
Average
85
Poor
25
Terrible
45
tkpuar
Singapore, Singapore481 contributions
COTAI JET IS BEST TO GET TO COTAI FROM HONG KONG
Apr 2023 • Solo
It has been many years since l last visited Hong Kong. Even more years going to Macau from HK.
I used to go to Macau from HK by fast ferry jet. Was not sure if this is still a good option with the opening of the land bridges.
I have to compliment Cotai Jet for the many improvements since l travel that route many years ago. The processes were very smooth. The ride took close to one hour. It was a seamless journey. This has to be the best way to get to Cotai from Hong Kong.
Written 26 April 2023
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China12,723 contributions
More comfortable option to Macau
Apr 2023
Cotai Water Jet offers fast and reliable ferry service between Sheung Wan and Taipa. While seats are in tight supply amid post-covid boom, the trip itself is pretty pleasant and hazzle-free. Seats are more comfortable than Turbojet and staff way friendlier. Highly recommend.
Written 1 April 2023
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Ma Imelda P
Mandaluyong11 contributions
An easy way to travel in between Macau and Hong Kong
Apr 2019
it is just a forty (45) minutes ride on a comfortable seat with air conditioning cabin...
you can even use the time to sleep and relax for a while
Written 6 March 2020
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Avrilx
San Francisco, CA620 contributions
Great experience with Cotai Water Jet
Nov 2019
We had a great experience with Cotai Water Jet. We brought first class tickets and had a pleasant trip from Macau to Hong Kong. The boat ride was generally smooth and quiet. Enjoyed the experience and would do the waterjet again rather than the bus as there were not that many people and the boarding and disembarking process was smooth.
Written 13 December 2019
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Cotai_Water_Jet
We thank you for your positive feedback and delighted to note that you had a positive experience on your last trip on Cotai Water Jet. We look forward to welcoming you again in the near future and thank for your continued support.
Written 6 January 2020
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KSRaos
Mumbai, India31 contributions
Cotai Water Jet from Hong Kong Island to and Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal
Dec 2019
Easy to reach Shun Tank centre and collect the boarding passes from the counter. Checking-in has been quick, where they assign you the seats. Takes exactly one hour to reach Macau. It was kind of rough weather that day, and had experienced some disturbances and seasickness feelings that day though.Otherwise, it was smooth and awesome.
Written 10 December 2019
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Tyaz
244 contributions
Large Ferry
Oct 2019
Large ferry so you don't feel the wave, the terminal building is also large and clean. Unfortunatelly there's lack of food stall on terminal
Written 28 November 2019
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Penguin
Singapore, Singapore637 contributions
All seat very dirty and smelly
Nov 2019 • Solo
Taking the Cotai ferry now to airport but the seat 💺 is very smelly. Just wondering if you’re do the deep cleaning or not. Hygiene please
Written 23 November 2019
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gdude
Montreal, Canada68 contributions
Huge efficient ferry terminal
Nov 2019 • Business
The ferry terminal large and modern. When I was there on a Sunday is largely empty and getting to my ferry was a breeze.
Written 10 November 2019
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Donna B
Narellan, Australia518 contributions
Best mode of transport from HK to Macau
Oct 2019
Easy ticket purchasing, comfty seatings. Very front seats have a table, great for the kids to play cards on but right next to the toilets!
Written 8 November 2019
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Eric
La Jolla, CA391 contributions
Convenient way to travel to Macau Casinos
Oct 2019
We planned a quick day trip to Macau from Hong Kong & found the Cotai Water Jet to be very convenient.

Since we were tourists, unfamiliar with the different ferry options, we inquired with our hotel concierge. If you are visiting the major casinos in Macau (ie, Venetian, Parisian, Four Seasons, Conrad, Studio City & the Galaxy Complex) this ferry drops you off the closest to these casinos & hotels, known as the Cotai Strip. If you are traveling to the historic & less touristy parts of Macau, there might be better drop off locations.

We emailed our hotel concierge & they were able to purchase tickets for us. We highly recommend this option since it was very convenient. We booked the First Class cabin which was a cheap upgrade from the Cotai Class Cabin. First class gets you at the top floor of the ferry, and priority embarkation & priority disembarkation. Since first class cabin gets to leave the boat first, we breezed through customs without waiting in line.

In the first class cabin, we got two seats by the window (pictured below). The seats were spacious and comfortable and similar to a first-class domestic flight seat. Before leaving the terminal, we got offered a welcome drink from a menu (beer, bottled water, tea, coffee or juice) and a small pack of nuts. Service was okay, nothing memorable. There is also free wifi onboard which makes the journey much more pleasant.

The sea can become very rough and many passengers got seasick. If you get motion sick, take medication before boarding.

When leaving Macau and returning to Hong Kong, the Cotai Water Jet terminal had a dedicated First Class waiting area (where the Hong Kong Terminal did not). You want to arrive 30-45 minutes before your ferry leaves. We thought security would be similar to airport security & arrived 1.5 hours early & were waiting around for quite a while.
Written 5 November 2019
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