Gansu
Run by a friendly, English-speaking Tibetan-Dutch couple, Nirvana's cosy rooms are decorated tastefully in traditional Tibetan style, with giant, comfy…
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Odisha
A special experience awaits at this small, sustainable and privately run tented camp at the heart of Dangamal village, built with the help of villagers…
Taipei
This traveller-focused hostel located in an old part of Taipei has colour-coded dorm rooms – pink for women, blue for men, purple for mixed – all with…
Gunung Leuser National Park
Rainforest Lodge has simple but pleasant bungalows along a river in beautiful jungle surrounds, with plenty of opportunities for wildlife-spotting. Let Mr…
Himachal Pradesh
This friendly place, brilliantly run by a French-Indian family, is inconspicuously located on a bend of road between the castle and Roerich Museum. Its…
Anuradhapura
Hidden in a quiet residential street, Milano is a professionally run place in an elegant late-1950s house. The eight rooms are somewhat old-fashioned, but…
Hakone
Established in 1890 and lovingly maintained, Fukuzumirō embodies the aesthetics and spirit of a traditional inn. There's intricately carved, original…
Macau
Designed by the late Zaha Hadid, Morpheus, with 770 spacious rooms, is the flagship luxury hotel of the City of Dreams. The exoskeleton of the building…
Xinjiang
This excellent hostel is housed in a charming old mansion and has tons of Uyghur atmosphere, friendly English-speaking staff and a charming gazebo in the…
Sumba
Run by an Australian who married a local king and now welcomes guests into village life. Stay in one of two spacious bamboo bungalows with alang alang…
Solo
Hidden down a small gang (alley) off Jl Ahmad Dahlan, this unique guesthouse, run by a delightful, charismatic owner, offers four exceptional-value rooms…
Kyūshū
This cheerful, busy resort is the place to stay, especially with kids in tow. English-speaking staff are welcoming, and there's a large family-friendly…
Kupang
Run by living Nusa Tenggara encyclopedia and former Indonesian film star Edwin Lerrick, Lavalon is Kupang's best-value accommodation. Rooms are worn but…
Sumba
When you see the surfboard sign, turn into this homestay roosting above Kerewe Beach. Each of the four, traditional bungalows has a different bed set up…
Panay
Our favourite budget resort in western Visayas, Cabugan is a particular kind of earthy tropical paradise. The resort hides on a spit of white sand between…
Bhutan
This 'lodge' run by the River Guides of Panbang comprises nine tents mounted on platforms beside the Marangang Chhu. Tents are simple but comfortable,…
Mae Hong Son Province
This is one of the more legendary places to stay in Northern Thailand (and was probably the first guesthouse in Mae Hong Son Province). It's run by John…
Phuket
One of Phuket's most original megaresorts takes its design cues from the island’s tin-mining history. Mining hardware features in the delicate decor;…
Guizhou
This family-run guesthouse has one of the nicest locations in Zhaoxing – at the quieter, eastern edge of the village – with fabulous views overlooking the…
Guangxi
One of Longji's most social hangouts is this friendly backpacker in the hilltop village of Tiantouzhai. It's a scenic spot, with each of the rooms in the…
Sumba
On four wild beachfront hectares, you can nest in a circular thatched bungalow with canopied driftwood beds and outdoor bathrooms. Oro offers excellent…
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
The brainchild (and former family home) of local entrepreneur Archana Mohan, Padmavilasom tactfully reimagines a 150-year-old royal palace into a luxury…
Pulau Tioman
Melina is located on a remote beach with photogenic boulders and white sand. Each sleeping option is different, creatively designed from wood, thatch and…
Himachal Pradesh
The Tirthan Valley's original and best-known guesthouse, Raju's has a perfect, peacefully spacious farm-garden location across the river, 400m downstream…
Okinawa & the Southwest Islands
For a secluded and romantic experience, head to Soraniwa on the south coast. This small, stylish cafe-hotel is run by a young couple transplanted from the…
Western Visayas
Easily the best resort on the island, Sanctuary Garden does everything well, thanks to its talented owner, Edgar. The 30-hectare property is nestled in…
Raja Ampat Islands
Kri Eco is the original Raja Ampat dive lodge. It’s a professional operation with a gorgeous setting; baby black-tip reef sharks are frequently seen…
Himachal Pradesh
Head and shoulders above the Kalpa competition, the sensitively managed Shamba-La comes with numerous extras that turn a stay into a memorable delight…
Andaman Islands
Karen conservationist couple Saw John and Naw Doris have opened their traditional wood-and-palm home to guests, with three no-frills but comfy fan-cooled…
Izu Peninsula
An idyllic retreat enveloped by greenery but only five minutes' walk from Ōhama beach. The old Japanese house here perfectly embodies the wabi-sabi …
Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park
Comfort, views and an artistic take on designer minimalism come together to make Meni's Place so popular that it doesn't even need a sign. The five rooms…
Aurangabad
A traveller-oriented budget hotel, the Panchavati is run by ever-helpful, switched-on management who understand travellers’ needs. Rooms are compact but…
Kyūshū
Gracious and friendly, this modern minshuku is a one-stop shop: a place to stay, a (guests-only) bar, a lunchtime cafe and a surf-rental outlet (boards…
Chin State
Simply furnished and cosy wood bungalows with concrete hot-water bathrooms line a forested ridge. The owner, a botanist and the former chief warden of Nat…
Guangxi
This popular inn, run by friendly, English-speaking owner Michael Yang, is superbly located right by the bridge. Rooms, connected by a creaking staircase,…
Johor
Welcome to a super-chilled-out beachy paradise, with 21 comfy thatched chalets overlooking Pulau Sibu Besar's best swimming and snorkelling beach. The…
Daegu
This guesthouse is part of the Center for North Korean Defectors (www.nkpeople.or.kr), and 20% of proceeds go to resettlement elsewhere. It's a great…
Tainan
A meticulously restored 50-year-old house with three large rooms and two singles, all furnished with period pieces and the owner's collection of Japanese…
Odisha
In the village of Aul (also pronounced 'aa-li'), this centuries-old former royal palace has been converted into an intimate retreat. The rooms are…
Aurangabad
The Lemon Tree offers elegance and class, looking more like a billionaire’s luxury whitewashed Mediterranean villa than an Indian hotel. It’s well…
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