Stay in Wan Chai for proximity to the bars. The Novotel is OK but Luk Kwok Hotel is better location and value. Neptune 2 is across the road, taxis are easy to get and 2 min walk to MTR station, 5 min walk to buses to Stanley market etc. Also 5 min walk to Wan Chai ferry terminal. Novotel is pretty good just extra 2 or 3 min walk.