BeLIVING Youth Hub extends move-out deadline to March 31 after landlord talks

Hong Kong United Youth Association announced on Friday that, following discussions with owner Gale Well, the closure deadline for BeLIVING Youth Hub tenants has been extended one month to March 31 due to year-end timing.

The government-subsidized youth hostel, converted from Hotel Ease Causeway Bay and opened in March 2023, was set to run until 2028 but will close as the lease expires on February 28 with no renewal.

Addressing alleged arrears of over HK$10 million, the association said major maintenance issues—leaking, air-conditioning failures, and lift breakdowns—emerged after taking over. 

It advanced repair costs and has continued paying rent; both parties agreed to offset these expenses against rent, with adjustments still under negotiation and expected to reach agreement soon.

In the past week, nearly half of the over 100 tenants received help applying to other youth hostels. 

The association will continue support and hold farewell events.