Chennai (Madras)
Luxurious without being overly ostentatious, the glittering Coromandel offers a sensibly central top-end retreat from the city. Rooms flaunt a smart…
Chennai (Madras)
Luxurious without being overly ostentatious, the glittering Coromandel offers a sensibly central top-end retreat from the city. Rooms flaunt a smart…
Nikkō
This grand hotel from 1893 has hosted such notables as Albert Einstein, Helen Keller and King George V in its charming if slightly worn environs. The…
Ko Pha-Ngan
Sea Breeze is a pleasant hammocked labyrinth of secluded hillside bungalows of stylish, traditional design that will appeal to any type of traveller…
Manila
This is a big (170-room), bright, no-nonsense hotel with cheery service to match the decor. The colourful rooms are somewhat bare-bones but blissfully…
Leh
Apart from the parasol tables out the front, you might think you'd arrived at a colourful Tibetan monastery as you enter this photogenic two-storey feast…
Hat Kata
Revamped with sleek, contemporary nautical-inspired style, the elegant beachfront Boathouse attracts Thai celebs in droves. Bold blues and decorative…
Kanchanaburi
The road here doesn't inspire confidence, but get past the car park and you'll find a palm-lined, riverside oasis. Ample rooms flooded with natural light…
Kyrgyzstan
Easily the cleanest and most comfortable yurt-camp near Tash Rabat, though the 7km between here and the caravanserai make it impractical for those who don…
Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
Sentosa Island
Singapore's only true beachfront resort is ideal for a short family break. Rooms are light, chic and tropical, in calming hues of cream and pistachio…
Agra
Agra’s original five-star hotel, opened in 1961, has done well to keep up with the hotel Joneses. The standard doubles are nothing special for this price…
Singapore
A good option near Orchard Road, the Rendezvous features dramatic sculptures in its svelte lobby, a nod to its ambition to become an 'art hotel'…
Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park
It's well worth the three flights of stairs to discover central Yuli's best backpacker hideaway, with bright, well-spaced dorms, small lockers, a pleasant…
Western Honshū
Tottori's only hostel has smart male- and female-only capsules with thick mattresses, flat-screen TVs, safes and, instead of bunks, cavernous personal…
Arunachal Pradesh
The SC has very comfortable rooms with tea and coffee makers and reasonably consistent wi-fi in a quiet neighbourhood. The in-house Fire & Ice restaurant…
Manila
The Clipper keeps it classy despite being steps away from seedy P Burgos St. The two quirky, windowless singles resemble boat cabins, with flat-screens…
Hampstead Boutique Hotel Boracay
Boracay
If you want to be near White Beach, but prefer peace and quiet, this artsy boutique hotel a short walk from Station 1 is a good choice. Well-appointed…
Xi'an
The longest-running hostel in Xi'an, this converted residence has three lovely courtyards, and a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. The cafe has a pizza…
Pulau Langkawi
Lying just off Pantai Cenang, the small island of Rebak Besar plays host to this exclusive resort, which offers spacious and elegant chalets in…
Ulaanbaatar
The newly renovated LG is the largest guesthouse in the city. It has five floors of rooms, with dorms of varying sizes and some spacious private rooms…
Bukhara
Sarrafon has forged a reputation for being great value due to its ideal location, friendly host family and quality breakfasts. It may be rather low on…
Hanoi
The balconies at this mini 18-room hotel give a fascinating bird's-eye view on local life in narrow P Yen Thai, dotted with greengrocers, butchers and…
Northern Laos
Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge has elegantly presented rooms with attractive interiors, Western-style bathrooms and minibars, all offering panoramic views. The…
Suzhou
Tucked away down Dashitou Xiang (Big Stone Alley), a lane off Renmin Lu, this 200-year-old courtyard complex houses an OK hostel. Rooms on the 2nd floor…
Southern Higashiyama
In a hidden location a short walk from Gion, Yumiya Komachi is a delightful guesthouse run by friendly owner, Rico. The 100-year-old building is the…
Sichuan
This is an impressive new addition to the Le Shan hotel scene. River-facing rooms have big, free-standing bathtubs overlooking the chocolate brown river…
Yangshuo
One for budget travellers who aren't into the whole backpacker scene is this stylish guesthouse run by the friendly, English-speaking Bella. Rooms are…
George Town
This building’s original owners would no doubt be shocked to learn that their former stable house (mews) is today an attractive boutique hotel. The 13…
Little India & Kampong Glam
Calling all space cadets! If you've dreamed of sleeping aboard the Starship Enterprise, these space pods are probably as close as you'll get. All white,…
Hualien
For sea views plus a city centre location close to the night market, there's a whole row of tall, thin choices on Haibin Rd. From outside, View Ocean…
Kii Peninsula
This beautifully renovated guesthouse, with exposed beams and traditional plaster walls, has two Japanese-style bedrooms and sleeps up to six; there's…
Nusa Tenggara
The 40 cute and compact lontar-palm bungalows range from newish to older, and come with a variety of patios and mandis, wooden furniture, outdoor…
Northeast States
Posh by Aizawl’s standards, the Regency has inviting, spotless rooms off white-tiled corridors, each with cosy beds, clean bathrooms and stylish touches…
Aurangabad
This 2018 newcomer has upped the stakes in Aurangabad's budget hotel offerings with upgraded Ginger attributes: clean, modern, attractive rooms that are…
Boracay
This beautifully designed if pricey apartment complex has its own private swimming area on Bulabog Beach and a nice pool to match. The 30 high-quality…
Boracay
You'll think you're travelling in an alien spaceship at this sleek addition to the Bulabog hostel scene. It has washed concrete hallways, fluorescently…
Mentawai Islands
Run by Italian surfer Massimo, this popular surf camp has a dream location overlooking a white sandy beach and surf breaks. Rooms are a mix of shared…
Kochi (Cochin)
What may just be one of the most romantic boutique hotels in Kerala, Malabar flaunts its chic blend of contemporary design and original 18th-century…
Kyūshū
The exquisite 2nd- and 9th-floor rotemburo of this upmarket beachfront ryokan have expansive views and a lovely relaxation garden. There's a broad range…
An Bang Beach
The most atmospheric place to stay in An Bang is this ramshackle garden collection of wooden and bamboo lodges and bungalows. For thrifty travellers, the…
Kuala Lumpur
The owner of this hotel has indulged his love of cameras in the interior design – and the results in the public areas are impressive. The cheapest rooms…
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