THE EXPERIENCE

A place to practise.

HKU’s A Taste of Zen took place at Regala Skycity Hotel on April 3–7, 2026. Venerable Hin Hung led the Cantonese retreat, with twin en-suite rooms included in the package. This historical programme does not establish a standing retreat service at the hotel.

What you can practise

  • Chan meditation

Where you will stay

The April 2026 retreat package included twin en-suite rooms at Regala Skycity Hotel.

The host & location

HKU Centre of Buddhist Studies and its Alumni Association

HKU was the organiser; Regala Skycity Hotel at 8 Airport Expo Boulevard, Chek Lap Kok, was the venue. Separate from the CUHK camp at Heritage Lodge.

Related programmes

Time & commitment

Historical April 3–7, 2026 five-day retreat.

Joining from overseas

Overseas admission unconfirmed. Application and selection required; source specifies Cantonese instruction.

English not established. Confirm instruction, translation and orientation for your specific programme.

DETAILS TO CLARIFY

  • This is a past university-organised retreat at a hotel, not an ongoing temple stay.
  • Instruction is explicitly Cantonese; no English interpretation verified.
  • No future session or nationality policy established.

Start a useful conversation.

Include your dates, nationality, language and previous experience when contacting the host.

  • Are you accepting overseas participants for my intended dates, and what is the full required length of stay?
  • Which sessions have English instruction or translation?
  • Where exactly will I sleep, and what are the room-sharing and meal arrangements?
  • What is the full daily schedule, total cost and cancellation policy?

THE EVIDENCE BEHIND THIS ENTRY

Read the original sources.

Reviewed 12 September 2026. The documented programme has already taken place. This record is retained for research and does not indicate a current intake.

  • A Taste of Zen Meditation Retreat 2026 Host / organiser · Programme / report date: 2026-04-03/2026-04-07

    HKU Centre of Buddhist Studies organised Cantonese five-day retreat led by Venerable Hin Hung at Regala Skycity Hotel, with twin accommodation.

  • Regala Hotels — Sales Network Host / organiser

    Regala Skycity Hotel contact address is 8 Airport Expo Boulevard, Hong Kong International Airport, Chek Lap Kok.

We have not visited or inspected this programme. Our summaries distinguish provider claims, historical notices and independent accounts. Read our research method.