Must-see hotels in Asia

  • Taj Coromandel

    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 Kanaya Hotel

    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…

  • Sea Breeze Bungalow

    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…

  • Hop Inn Hotel Ermita

    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…

  • Lotus Hotel

    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…

  • Boathouse

    Hat Kata

    Revamped with sleek, contemporary nautical-inspired style, the elegant beachfront Boathouse attracts Thai celebs in droves. Bold blues and decorative…

  • Good Times Resort

    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…

  • Ak-Sai Yurt-Camp

    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…

  • Clarks Shiraz Hotel

    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…

  • Rendezvous Hotel

    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'…

  • Bliss Inn 1719

    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…

  • Drop Inn Tottori

    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…

  • Hotel SC Continental

    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…

  • Clipper Hotel

    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…

  • Shuyuan Youth Hostel

    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…

  • Vivanta by Taj – Rebak Island

    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…

  • LG Guesthouse

    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…

  • Sarrafon B&B

    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…

  • Golden Moon Suite Hotel

    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…

  • Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge

    Northern Laos

    Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge has elegantly presented rooms with attractive interiors, Western-style bathrooms and minibars, all offering panoramic views. The…

  • Sūzhōu Watertown Youth Hostel

    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…

  • Yumiya Komachi

    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…

  • Jiayun Mingtai Hotel

    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…

  • Bella's Inn

    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…

  • Muntri Mews

    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…

  • MET A Space Pod

    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,…

  • View Ocean Hotel

    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…

  • Konyamachiya

    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…

  • Anugerah Surf & Dive Resort

    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…

  • Hotel Regency

    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…

  • Ginger Hotel

    Aurangabad

    This 2018 newcomer has upped the stakes in Aurangabad's budget hotel offerings with upgraded Ginger attributes: clean, modern, attractive rooms that are…

  • Seven Stones Boracay Suites

    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…

  • W Hostel Boracay

    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…

  • Beng Bengs Surf Camp

    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…

  • Malabar House

    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…

  • Ryokan Ginshō

    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…

  • Under the Coconut Tree

    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…

  • Gold 3 Boutique Hotel

    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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