Must-see hotels in Southeast Asia

  • Paradise Bungalows

    Koh Rong

    The delightfully rustic bungalows at Koh Rong's original resort come in all shapes and sizes, and climb up a hill amid rambling jungle foliage. The US$35…

  • Moon River Resort Phimai

    Nakhon Ratchasima Province

    This Thai-German-run guesthouse is in an almost rural location on the north bank of the river (where you can swim) and features simple but good wooden and…

  • Watercolours

    Ko Chang

    Perched over the canal near Khlong Prao beach, this Dutch-run beauty has just two tastefully decorated rooms and a lovely open lounge-bar area with steps…

  • Dalat Hotel du Parc

    Dalat

    A respectfully refurbished 1932 building that offers a dash of colonial-era style at enticing prices. The grand lobby lift sets the tone and the rooms,…

  • Club Balai Isabel

    Around Manila

    Talisay's most upmarket resort sits on the waterfront near the junction of the main Banga–Tagaytay Rd. Stylish rooms and villas (up to four bedrooms) have…

  • Baan Lotus

    Ayuthaya

    Near, but completely separate from, the backpacker strip, this converted teak schoolhouse set in a languorous yard way back from the road has a large deck…

  • Aleenta

    Phang-Nga Province

    Sleek loft-style rooms spill out into shared infinity pools through floor-to-ceiling windows. Boardwalks criss-cross lily ponds to secluded, uberchic…

  • Soppong River Inn

    Mae Hong Son Province

    This place has modern rooms in a couple of rambling structures and a handful of individually decorated, high-roofed bungalows, some fan-cooled and some…

  • Sanctuary

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    A friendly, forested sanctuary on the deliciously remote and inaccessible (except by boat) Hat Thian. This is a haven for those looking for a yoga and…

  • Kapuluan Vista Resort

    North Luzon

    Towards the more low-key end of Blue Lagoon, this fading yet strangely stylish place sits in front of the beach's best surfing waves. Polished cement and…

  • Hilton Hotel Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu

    Smart and sleek, the Hilton has many modern touches. Rooms are straightforward international style with sumptuous beds, big TV and neutral colour scheme…

  • Saud Beach Resort

    North Luzon

    Location, location, location. The rooms may be clean, good-sized and have wood floors and nice verandahs, but it's the perfect stretch of alabaster sand…

  • Pod House

    Makassar

    Reviving the funky backpacker hostel concept, Pod House has an excellent location opposite Pantai Losari, friendly staff, clean rooms, and banks of budget…

  • Forest Lodge

    Baguio

    The spacious, wood-panelled interior of this large lodge at the heart of Camp John Hay leaves you with a vague feeling that there ought to be a ski slope…

  • Phadaeng Hotel

    Ubon Ratchathani

    One of the best-value hotels in Ubon, Phadaeng has well-maintained rooms (they look almost brand new) with good furnishings including large TVs and desks…

  • Suan Maprao Ko Kut Resort

    Ko Kut

    You'll get a genuine welcome at this place with a garden setting just off the southern beach road. Excellent modern huts are simple and stylish, with…

  • Escape Bajo

    Labuan Bajo

    This swish, minimalist spot delivers on its tagline: brew (the trendy coffee shop opens 6am to 10pm), bite (there's a small menu of Indonesian and Western…

  • Monkey Republic Kampot

    Kampot

    This 100-bed backpacker mecca in a restored villa features Kampot's nicest dorm rooms. Choose from large dorms in the main building, or new six-bed 'pods'…

  • Cita Resort

    The Southern Islands

    Towards the southern end of Saracen Bay, this intimate resort has about a dozen beautifully conceived raised bungalows with upper-level bedrooms fronted…

  • Preah Rumkel Homestays

    Eastern Cambodia

    Preah Rumkel's community-based homestay program was set up by Cambodian NGO Mlup Baitong. Ten families participate, opening up their lovely stilted homes…

  • BAP Guesthouse

    Northern Laos

    Run by friendly English-speaking Mrs Changpeng, trusty BAP has 16 rooms, some with fan or air-con and private bathroom. There are four newer ones that…

  • Koh Mook Hostel

    Trang Beaches & Islands

    The only hostel in the Trang Islands, this place is run by a friendly Muslim family and consists of three decent-sized and clean dorm rooms (one is female…

  • Baan Dinso

    Banglamphu

    This antique wooden villa may not represent the best value in Bangkok, but for accommodation with a nostalgic feel and palpable sense of place (not to…

  • Skinetics Wellness Center

    Iloilo

    This strange hybrid high-rise – part therapeutic spa, part cosmetic clinic and part boutique hotel (all on separate floors) – is aimed at the medical…

  • Hotel Deli River

    Medan

    This Dutch-colonial-style retreat consists of attractive cottages and rooms shaded by fruit trees and overlooking the Sungai Deli. It's one for those…

  • CK Inn

    Bicol

    Although removed from the peninsula's northern coast, sea-facing CK is handily located just south of Guijalo port (ask for Harvey at the port) and the…

  • Kordiris Homestay & Diving

    Raja Ampat Islands

    This well-organised homestay, which sits in a secluded, dreamy bay dotted with tiny coral islands, is one of the best on Pulau Gam. Rooms are made of palm…

  • Grand Dame Hotel

    Iloilo

    If you want to experience a bit of old Iloilo, then Grand Dame's location with La Paz Market directly across the street and historic Jaro just to the…

  • Talents Motor Park Inn

    Malaysia

    Talents succeeds surprisingly well in its attempt to export Australia-style motor inns to Malaysia. The result involves simple, clean rooms with fridges,…

  • Scenic Riverside Resort

    Northern Thailand

    Picture a Greek fishing village in which the buildings' interior design has been overseen by a pre-teen Thai girl and you'll start to get an idea of this…

  • Allan's Bungalows

    Banda Islands

    Allan's has five bungalows, all jutting out over the bay and sharing a terrace. The largest and most expensive is well-suited to a family. Rooms come with…

  • Anantara Sathorn

    Bangkok

    If you're the type who prefers an apartment over a hotel room, consider this branch of the Anantara chain. Deluxe rooms are spacious, come equipped with a…

  • Hollow Tree’s Surf Resort

    Mentawai Islands

    With an enviable location in front of the legendary HT’s right-hander and just a short hop from Lance’s Left, Bintangs, Cobra’s and even a couple of beach…

  • Blue Orchid Resort

    Moalboal

    This resort enjoys a wonderfully secluded location on the rocky coastline just north of White Beach. The snorkelling offshore is the area's best, or just…

  • Lattanavongsa Guesthouse

    Northern Laos

    Lattanavongsa offers a choice of bungalows at two locations: above the boat landing, and on the main drag in a pretty garden. Powder-blue rooms have…

  • Riverview Maekhong Hotel

    Northeastern Thailand

    This quiet place has a great waterfront location, and the spacious layout means the river breezes are fully taken advantage of. However, the rooms are a…

  • Art-C House

    Phuket Town

    Not many guesthouses have their own climbing wall – cheerful, original Art-C does, along with 13 tidy, good-value private rooms and corridors decorated…

  • Kim Tho Hotel

    Can Tho

    A smart hotel, verging on the boutique, Kim Tho is decked out with attractive fabric furnishings in the foyer. Rooms are stylish throughout and include…

  • OZO Phuket

    Hat Kata

    Opened in 2019, this block of modernity has a large open-air reception and comfortable rooms with Scandinavian simplicity and modern touches like USB…

  • Baan Dinso 2

    Banglamphu

    Overlooking what may arguably be the most famous visual-reference intersection for travellers in Bangkok, the 27 modern rooms at this establishment range…

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