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Top 10 Luxury Resorts in Asia
The resort landscape in Asia is as vast as the continent itself. This list of the best describes exactly how much travelers have to choose from in this part of the world. Properties were listed as cities or resorts based on their locations and conveniences. Holidays mean fun, relaxation, and rejuvenation, and all these can be effortlessly experienced at luxury resorts in Asia. Whether you are in Vietnam or Myanmar, Sri Lanka or India, Indonesia or Cambodia, Asian resorts offer serious luxury and an opportunity to feel lost in paradise.
Here are the best Luxury Resorts in Asia, a mix of mountain hideouts, tony villas, and loads of infinity pools.
1. Anantara Phuket Villas, Thailand
Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas lies on the northern tip of the island of Phuket, a long stretch of golden beach fringed by lush national park. Pool villas are grouped around a lagoon in Southern Thai village style, offering private springs at the Phuket resort. Rise to yoga or Muay Thai on the beach at dawn. You can cruise into the horizon on a private yacht for the day. Return for sunset drinks amidst the treetops and sanctuary spa unwinding. This resort is only 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport. It has 91 pool villas set around a tranquil lagoon, an Award-winning Anantara Spa.
2. RAAS Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
RAAS is Jodhpur’s first boutique hotel. The signature look was born from the fusion of modern and ancient styles. The courtyard has become a tranquil haven within the bustle of Jodhpur’s old town. The hotel contains four original buildings with three additional contemporary structures, inspired by and contributing to its cultural past as part of the Walled City. The new buildings are modern and up-to-date in their use of space and light and yet grounded in tradition. Indeed, each of its structures is adorned with intricate architectural carvings in the iconic Haveli style of the 18th century. Jodhpur’s red sandstone unites the new with the old. Modern designs add an impressive and fresh dimension to the region’s age-old stone carving industry. The luxurious pool, along with the staff quarters and guardhouse, makes a striking entry to the hotel.
3. Bambu Indah, Bali, Indonesia
Bambu Indah is a sustainable jungle retreat with the luxury of highly personalized service and the attention of a fully dedicated team that will create for you a unique experience for lifelong memories. Rounding out the experience are rickety walkways, climactic soaring black bamboo, and the continuous sound of the powerful Ayung River whooshing below. The Resorts exceptional eco-chic retreat including antique Javanese houses set in an organic garden with a natural pool and magnificent rice field views, a view to being experienced.
4. The Naka Island, Phuket, Thailand
The Naka Island, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Phuket is tucked away on a secluded island just off the east coast of Phuket, Thailand. Journey to this beautiful resort is by speedboat that takes us in the enchanting beauty of rich coconut groves, ivory sandy beaches, and limestone cliffs as you bounce along the waves surrounding Naka Island. Once you arrive at the luxury hotel, taste unexpected flavors at one of the beachside restaurants, My Grill, Tonsai, and Rum Chapel, or unwind with a cocktail at the waterfront Z Bar.
5. Six Senses Con Dao, Vietnam
A breathtaking setting in a protected national and marine park. The top-rated resort in Vietnam’s archipelago islands is modern in design, yet draws on the essence of a traditional fishing village. You will find this resort just a 45-minute flight from Ho Chi Minh City but a world away from the everyday. Visit to experience the golden sand and blue sapphire sea.
6. Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Just ten minutes away from the famed monuments of Angkor Wat, French colonial elegance sits the manicured gardens of Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort. The Angkor Spa Resort is one of Cambodia’s best hotels and receives a banquet of awards every year. The luxurious five-star Angkor hotel’s 238 rooms and suites entreat with a comfortable design reflecting French elegance and yesteryear refinement. It offers special services to Sofitel’s guests and is considered the best golf course in Siem Reap.
7. Nay Palad Hideaway, Philippines
Nay Palad Hideaway provides a tropical island escape at its finest, on the stunning Siargao Island in the southern Philippines. Siargao Island is one of 7,107 islands that make up the archipelago that is the Philippines. This palm-fringed island, in particular, has some of the best wildlife, biodiversity, and overall tropical paradise feel that this stunning country has to offer.
8. Regis, Maldives
Revitalize yourself at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort. Located in the Dhaalu Atoll in the Maldives, the resort is only accessible via seaplane. It offers a degree of seclusion that is unparalleled anywhere in the world. Visit any of the hotel’s seven restaurants and discover the finest in upscale dining. Indulge in our luxury spa, Iridium Spa, and treat yourself to facials, couples massages, and body treatments. Recharge in your private luxury villa, with your choice of a location over the ocean or atop our pristine, white-sand beaches. Watch the sunset while you sit on your private terrace or soak in your sparkling pool.
9. The Viceroy Bali, Ubud, Indonesia
The 5-star Viceroy Bali sits in Ubud’s highlands, boasting luxurious villas with private pools and views of Petanu River. Its main infinity pool enjoys uninterrupted jungle views. The property is just 5 minutes’ drive from central Ubud. In addition, Viceroy Bali is an hour’s drive from Ngurah Rai International Airport. Viceroy Bali provides free shuttle services to Ubud Center and is available by request and free WiFi in all areas of the hotel.
10. HuvafenFushi, North Malé, Maldives
A secret haven on North Malé Atoll is just 30 minutes by speedboat from the international airport. The resort offers a freshwater infinity pool beckons from the sun-kissed terrace. The view is fantastic, the pool is excellent, the jacuzzi is huge, and the room is spacious and feels like home. An overwater gym set out on its own Jetty offers the most incredible views and a perfect place to work out. The resort offers a freshwater infinity pool beckons from the sun-kissed terrace.
