Town Club

The Town Club, a private members' club located in Central, Hong Kong, is currently at the center of a controversy regarding a planned change in its operator. Rosewood Hotel Group, through its Carlyle & Co private club, is set to take over the operation of the Town Club from the Hong Kong Golf & Tennis Academy (HKGTA) on August 8. This transition has sparked opposition from a group of members who have raised concerns about unfair access and potential incompatibility of client profiles. Despite the escalating objections, Rosewood Hotel Group intends to proceed with the takeover. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between established club members and new management strategies, particularly concerning exclusivity and operational continuity within prestigious private clubs in Hong Kong.