South-Central Vietnam
Simple but very good rooms feature at this riverside guesthouse operated by the helpful and friendly Tam, the best resource for English-speaking…
Must-see hotels in Southeast Asia
Sihanoukville
You could do a lot worse than Sea Breeze if you need a night or two in Sihanoukville. The rooms are smallish but nonetheless have ample mod-cons and…
Ko Pha-Ngan
These fully equipped villas on the bay of Ao Bang Charu, just southeast of Thong Sala, are good value (especially if you're a group), and there's a modern…
Hanoi
Heritage furnishing with modern decor, switched-on staff who speak excellent English and spacious bedrooms all conspire to make this, one of the largest…
Kampot
Set in a row of thoughtfully restored shophouses near the riverfront, this boutique hotel blends classic and modern with minimalist rooms featuring a…
Vientiane
A French villa built in the 1960s is the setting here, and flashes of vivid colour and chichi flourishes such as lacquered granite floors and dark-wood…
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
One of Phong Nha's newest hostels, Shambalaa is brightly decorated with Asian-style wall hangings, and features spotless dorms and a rooftop lounge area…
Maluku
At the beach’s reputedly haunted and much quieter northern end, 700m beyond Ohoililir village, Coaster Cottages is a wi-fi–less retreat with a variety of…
Southeast Luzon
Halfway between Boac and Gasan, this quirky place comes with well-furnished and very good-value rooms around a neat garden. The larger rooms sleep up to…
Northern Laos
The memorable Muang La Resort hides an elegant rustic refinement behind tall, whitewashed walls. It accepts neither walk-in guests nor visitors, so you'll…
Siargao
High marks go to the design of these large hardwood-floored cabanas at this meticulously cared for upscale development. Several suites face the water with…
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
One of several new luxury hotels to debut in KL during 2018, the Four Seasons stands out for its prime location and subdued, tasteful approach. Rooms,…
Sabah
This clutch of cabins in a lofty hilltop location makes for an ideal retreat from Tenom's bustle. Owned by coffee-growing legend Foong Choon Sang, they…
Kuala Lumpur
A lively location and good facilities, including a decent-sized pool, Jacuzzi and gym, mark out this stylish hotel of studios and apartments. Minimal self…
Danau Toba
On the lakeshore is this old-school Danau Toba–style guesthouse run by an Indonesian-German couple. The cheaper rooms are in traditional, character-filled…
Phuket
Stilted boardwalks lead through lush, hushed gardens to comfy, secluded sea- and jungle-facing rooms decked out in a classic Thai style. All enjoy breezy…
Yogyakarta
Occupying a long, thin house, this tiny guesthouse has heaps of character and helpful staff. The Javanese-influenced rooms (in five price categories) have…
Seminyak
Is it Mondrian? Is it Roy Lichtenstein? We're not sure which modern artists are the inspiration for this eye-popping hotel, but we can say the results…
Yangon
The single rooms are pretty tight and lack windows, but the combination of convenient location, gracious service and ample amenities make the May Shan a…
Kota Kinabalu
Built in 1967, the Hyatt looks decidedly dated from the outside, but inside it's a marble oasis of soaring ceilings, dark-wood chic and an inviting open…
Yogyakarta
One for cat and dog lovers, this arty homestay run by Animal Friends Jogja doubles as a shelter for rescued animals. It's a basic setup with only a couple…
Yangon
It's worth paying a little extra for the front-facing rooms at this modern business hotel, as they offer spectacular views across Kandawgyi Lake towards…
El Nido
The eye-popping design of this luxury hostel draws its inspiration from the nests of the local swiftlets. The prices are eye-popping as well, but you can…
Boracay
The large one- to two-bedroom apartments (44 sq metres to 200 sq metres), recently renovated, are a comfortable mix of rustic and modern with fully…
Kupang
You've got to feel for whoever covered this three-storey, family-run hotel in mosaic tiles. It adds to the Mexican vibe, with a rooftop terrace and bar,…
Mae Sot
Located in an attractive garden, the 10 compact rooms here come with smooth concrete walls, artsy details and custom wood furniture. Staff are friendly…
North Bali
Near the docks for boats to Menjangan, this 54-unit resort extends down to a small, mangrove-fringed, white-sand beach. The rooms have an unadorned…
Solo
In a central location, this renovated guesthouse has large modern rooms, hot-water showers, complimentary filter coffee and friendly staff. The best part…
Kalimantan
The largest dive resort on Derawan, this well-run place has 27 cottages scattered around a private beach, along with a snaking jetty and overwater…
Danang
With just 11 rooms, and stylish common areas, the Frangipani is more like a classy European guesthouse. Rooms are spacious and modern with elegant decor,…
Bangkok
LUXX XL oozes with a contemporary, minimalist hipness that wouldn’t be out of place in London or New York. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow heaps of natural…
South Sulawesi
A well-run German-owned place with eight thatched-roofed, sea-facing wooden bungalows on a sandy beach on the southeast corner of the island. It's very…
Bangkok
This former factory has been turned into a good-value budget hotel with a wide selection of rooms at different price points. A room in the original…
Bangkok
This boutique hostel is tucked down a residential side street. Upstairs are three mixed-bed dorms with 19 comfortable beds, plus one room with private…
Bangkok
This somewhat institutional place is part of the global Hostelling International youth hostel network, and has 14 well-appointed, pastel-shaded rooms that…
Vang Vieng Rock Backpackers Hostel
Vang Vieng
The thumping music and flashing disco lights set the tone when you enter this party hostel, which has an on-site bar with a pool table and table football…
Flores
Off the main road heading to the pier, these 12 air-conditioned rooms with timber furniture and private bathrooms are owned by the area's top guide, Al…
Ha Tien
With contemporary, spacious and stylish rooms, a towering and sinuous outline and ample river views, Ha Tien's most glam hotel enjoys an optimum position…
Phuket Town
With a lively young vibe, helpful English-speaking staff and a small rooftop pool, fresh Borbaboom also appeals for its well-kept, modern six-bunk dorms,…
Kota Kinabalu
Four-star comfort with a glass-and-wood-accented lobby and soothing lighting seguing blue to pink. Rooms are less inventive with international, somewhat…
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