Penang
This popular durian farm has expanded its scope to include accommodation in a series of wooden Malay-style villas, some with amazing views. The cheapest…
Must-see hotels in Asia
Phuket
This romantic hotel sprawls up Kamala's southern headland offering magnificent azure bay views from the lobby, pool and every room. Bright, smart and…
Tamil Nadu
Part of the wonderful Quest Academy water-sports centre, these four fan-cooled, beach-chic concrete huts with thatched roofs and open-air bathrooms huddle…
Phu Quoc Island
A romantic, if simple, getaway for those who want some romance in their life. Set around a small cove accessed from a dusty road through a mango orchard,…
Samarkand
Set in the shadow of Gur-E-Amir, this B&B serves up basic yet cosy rooms with narrow beds and tiny bathrooms. However, there's a tantalising view from the…
Tamil Nadu
Friendly, well run and packed with character, this colourful century-old mansion is still owned (and lived in) by the original family. Of its 126 rooms,…
Palolem
One of the largest hut resorts in Palolem, Dreamcatcher’s 60-plus sturdy huts are nevertheless secluded, set in a coconut grove just back from the far…
Kōbe
One of Japan's most historic hotels (1870), in Kyū-Kyoryuchi (the former foreigners' settlement), the Oriental was rebuilt after the 1995 earthquake and…
Pulau Perhentian
These bungalows occupy a lovely stretch of palm-shaded white sand, with more bungalows set in the pretty gardens or facing the jungle behind. Swim on a…
Ulaanbaatar
This property is popular with visiting journalists and diplomats wanting to be close to the square, so you are paying more for the location than the…
West Papua
The paint may be peeling and the furniture may hail from decades forgotten, but this old, yellow-walled hotel will suit budget backpackers just fine. The…
Rajasthan
This award-winning ecotourism venture is a relaxing place on the edge of town. Rooms with comfortable beds are in cosy mud-hut, thatched-roof bungalows…
Shanghai
An absolute monolith overlooking the Shanghai Indoor Stadium, Huating offers good value for a five-star property. Book a room on one of the top floors for…
Fuji Five Lakes
On Kawaguchi-ko's south shore, this sprawling vintage hotel (c 1932) offers either Mt Fuji or lake views from its Japanese-Western combo rooms. Some rooms…
Mumbai (Bombay)
On a quiet, tree-lined street, this small hotel is a very sound choice. It has clean, if tiny, rooms with cable TV and king-sized beds that represent good…
Himachal Pradesh
Better value than the many homestays in central Nako, Delek's simple but new, decent rooms have good beds, quality geysers and delightful management. With…
Bhutan
This popular place has a variety of comfortable rooms overlooking the valley south of town. The lodge has a gregarious and knowledgeable owner, a small…
Kyūshū
Choose a colourful yukata (cotton kimono) at check-in to wander this giant, recently renovated resort hotel with expansive indoor and outdoor onsen. A few…
Chuncheon
Hidden away uphill and down an alley, this secluded guesthouse and cafe is very tranquil, but only has two rooms, each small but cute. There's a garden…
Ko Tao
Located on the road that leads inland from Chalok Ban Kao, this hostel has all the right ingredients: clean, comfortable, contemporary (but also…
Bhutan
Owned by one of Bhutan's biggest travel agencies, this walled compound is close to Wangdichholing Palace and offers above-average accommodation, a…
Samarkand
A well-signposted Old Town guesthouse, this good-value place is run by the family behind Bahodir B&B. The two-floor courtyard property has simple, clean…
Kovalam
Overlooking palms from its hillside perch, a five-minute climb inland from Lighthouse Beach, tranquil, Italian-operated, adults-only Paradesh Inn…
Yangon
You'll need the thighs of a mountain climber to negotiate the stairs up to the dorms and the upper-level bunks in this appealing, upmarket hostel. A…
Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf
Probably the best low-cost guesthouse in Cha-am, and only a little more expensive than the average. It's attractively designed – each room has its own…
Kovalam
Scented by frangipanis, the sumptuous Leela sprawls across the headland separating Hawa and Samudra beaches. Spacious, smartly designed rooms have…
Kaohsiung
Two tastefully furnished floors of a 50-year-old building, accommodating up to 6 and 8 respectively, are available for rent. There's a simple kitchen,…
Bhaktapur
Tucked away on a narrow road to Potters’ Sq, you might not get views here, but this modern, Newari-style hotel definitely lives up to its name, with…
The Gobi
This well set-up ger camp is a short walk from the ruins of Tsorjiin Khureenii Khiid, and offers 21 clean gers set against stacked slate formations that…
Rajasthan
The rooms at this beautifully renovated haveli (traditional, ornately decorated residence) are individual, spacious and very atmospheric, with heritage…
Timor-Leste
Adara, on the western side of Ataúro, is a quiet, palm-tree-fringed area with terrific snorkelling and diving. 'Super' Mario is an engaging local who has…
Phuket
With a spectacular setting high on cliffs above northern Hat Nai Thon, this sprawling resort offers stunning sea views from the moment you cross the…
Can Tho
With a mere seven suites in a colonial-era building, this super-central riverfront hotel revels in traditional presentation and contemporary elegance. The…
Chumphon
At this good-value guesthouse near Chumphon train station even the cheapest rooms are spacious. There are parking spots out front, a comfortable air…
Northern Honshū (Tōhoku)
Kakunodate is still a largely agricultural community, and this working farm nestled among rice paddies 3km north of the train station provides an…
Maharashtra
The best hotel nearest the train station, this upper midrange, professionally run business hotel is 1.3km from the rails. The modern bathrooms, flat…
Around the Kathmandu Valley
At the temple entrance, this family owned guesthouse has three sunny rooms with firm mattresses (two rooms have an attached bathroom). There's a rooftop…
Rishikesh
A contemporary alternative to the usual budget offerings is this slick four-storey hostel that features designer touches throughout. Private rooms are…
Ho Chi Minh City
In a District 2 garden location with river views, this French-inspired boutique hotel is one of HCMC's most relaxing places to stay. Very romantic rooms…
Surat Thani
Owned by the same family as Cher Coffee and Treats, this warm, welcoming setup is popular with Western families and is excellent value for money if you're…
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