The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, an investment holding company, owns, develops, and manages hotels, and commercial and residential properties in China, rest of Asia, the United States, and Europe. The company operates through Hotels; Commercial Properties; and Peak Tram, Retail and Others segments. It is involved in the operation of hotels; and leasing of commercial shopping arcades and office premises located within the hotel buildings. The company also engages in the development, lease, and sale of residential apartments; and lease of retail and office premises, as well as operation of food and beverage outlets in such premises. In addition, it is involved in the operation of tramway; wholesale and retail of food and beverage products; laundry and dry cleaning services; and management and consultancy services for clubs. Further, the company offers marketing, and property and hotel investment services, as well as operates golf club and resort. The company was formerly known as The Hongkong Hotel Company, Limited. The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited was incorporated in 1866 and is headquartered in Central, Hong Kong.