Flores
Just off the Larantuka road is this modest black-sand beach resort, established to provide local jobs and build tourism. There are simple, thatched…
Must-see hotels in Southeast Asia
Kanchanaburi Province
A good location and very good value, this newly built three-room guesthouse is at the north end of Th Ton Phueng, fairly near the bridge and away from…
Surin Islands Marine National Park Accommodation
Phang-Nga Province
The bungalows here at Ao Chong Khad have wooden floors, private bathrooms, terraces, and fans from 9.30pm to 7am or air-con from 6pm to 9.30pm. The…
Little India & Kampong Glam
Ever-friendly Hive sits on the edge of up-and-coming hipster 'hood Jalan Besar. Choose from mixed or female dorms, a combo of whitewashed walls and metal…
East Bali
Sharing a compound with Lumbung Sari Homestay, this place at the western entrance to Amed Village has two single-sex dorms with single beds, small lockers…
West Timor
Right in the centre of Soe, and not to be confused with Bahagia II on the outskirts, Bahagia I offers a range of rooms from small, dark cubbies to…
Aceh
This homely surf camp, set up by an Aussie surfer with an organic-farming background, provides close access to world-class Dylan's Right. Its three timber…
Phuket
Just steps from Wat Suwan Khiri Ket, this modern hotel designed in simple Sino-Portuguese style emphasises clean, comfy, uncluttered rooms, with fridges…
Ramada Singapore at Zhongshan Park
Singapore
This slick Ramada makes up for its slighty inconvenient location with great rates. In reality, it's well-serviced by buses and an easy 1km walk from…
Central Sulawesi
This labyrinthine hotel can be confusing, though fortunately lots of plants, green spaces, a pool and a terrace dining area all help you relax as you hunt…
Raja Ampat Islands
A basic little over-water homestay right on the jetty in Sawinggrai village, with a view of surfacing marine creatures and a short walk to prime red-bird…
Chin State
Fraying around the edges, with both bungalows and concrete hotel-style accommodation, Floral Breeze is one of the larger complexes around. The thin…
Phuket Town
Shanghai style meets 1960s chic here. Though spread down slightly institutional corridors and while not as characterful as the tiled lobby suggests, Sino…
Melaka City
This charming place has a garden housing a pond with turtles, while two cats patrol the premises (there's a rabbit too). Owner Tina energetically gets…
George Town
This rambling shophouse and cafe has a retro vibe and friendly service, making it a fun choice for young couples or solo travellers. However, guests might…
Similan Islands Marine National Park Accommodation
Phang-Nga Province
On Ko Miang there are 20 bungalows (the best with balconies) and tents to stay in. You are paying for the location: the bungalows are simple. During the…
Sabah
This service matches visitors with a friendly local in one of three villages around the island: Patau Patau 2, Kampong Sungai Labu and Kampong Bukit Kuda…
Phuket Town
From Phuket's industrial-chic school of hostels, Fulfill is popular for its hospitable staff, yellow-and-concrete decor and four-bed dorms, which, though…
Sabah
Built over a decade ago, this cosy lodge has 16 air-con and eight fan rooms. It feels authentic with its river-bar cafe and bamboo-accented rooms with…
Manila
Yes it's cookie-cutter formulaic, but the exceedingly bright, clean rooms and gleaming lobby work perfectly if you're looking for a budget oasis near the…
Myanmar (Burma)
This self-styled ‘country-style, bungalow-type hotel' has a vague summer-camp feel. Located just off the highway, it offers A-frame cabin-like rooms (a…
Ko Samui
Programs at this friendly, practical and simple spa include colonics, massage, aqua detox, hypnotherapy and yoga, just to name a few. With rattan…
Pulau Tioman
Located south of the jetty and across a festering section of Sungai Salang, this large place offers cleanish bungalows set in a large grassy area, back…
East Bali
Set in an amphitheatre of rice terraces, this slightly faded but well-maintained resort has spacious grounds and is a great choice for families as there's…
Singapore
This big, bustling hotel comes with a gleaming lobby, sprawling restaurant and variations on white and beige. Rooms are pleasant and classically furnished…
Hua Hin
Just minutes walk from both the beach and Market Village shopping mall, about 1km south of downtown, is a small enclave of budget hotels in the shadow of…
Kep
This hotel radiates an effortless beach-holiday vibe with its colourful lounging areas and very attractive pool area. Bungalow-style rooms with little…
Thousand Islands
The closest of the resorts to Jakarta and handy as a base for visiting other nearby islands such as Pulau Kahyangan, Pulau Kelor (which has the ruins of…
Can Tho
Closer to Cai Rang floating market than Can Tho, this is a rustic guesthouse consisting of basic rooms with mozzie nets and thatched roofs. Minh and his…
Chin State
Moe's most appealing assets are its proximity to the airport, only a short walk away, and the elevator, especially welcome when lugging heavy bags in the…
Jakarta
A modern three-star hotel in a good location. It's institutional but clean, with 150 rooms that have been built with soundproofing features, which helps…
Manila
The rates here fluctuate wildly according to demand. Get in at the low end and the small but extremely functional and identical rooms are a great deal…
Chin State
Ciimnuai has great views of Kennedy Peak from its terrace and homey, carpeted communal area. Rooms, barely large enough to fit a bed, share a grungy…
Johor Bahru
Overlooking the Strait of Johor, the rooms at the ageing Thistle could do with a makeover – though refurbishment is planned – but the lovely pool and airy…
Tana Toraja
Mattresses on the floors of these two original, traditional tumbledown tongkonan provide as close to a rustic Torajan experience as you can get without…
South Sulawesi
Set back a bit from Pantai Bara, this rambling white stone resort is a maze of archways, ponds, staircases and towers. The staff are exceedingly friendly,…
Candidasa
Lushly planted surrounds featuring plenty of lily-planted ponds are the main draws at this tranquil hotel on the mountain side of the main road. Though…
Pom Pee Bungalows & Campground
Kanchanaburi Province
Basic chalets next to Khao Laem Reservoir, 9km north of Kroeng Krawia Waterfall. Accommodation is simple, but the sunsets are special.
Phuket
Surrounding a blue-tiled pool, Phu NaNa's 17 smart, bright, well-maintained rooms are like mini-apartments, with comfortable beds, fridges, microwaves,…
Pai
The large, semi-open-air dorms feature beds that are plastic mattresses on bamboo frames, and the whole ramshackle place could be lifted from a Survivor…
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