It’s a well-known fact that Kenwood Travel offers some of the best hotels in Asia. But that doesn’t mean it’s not nice to get a bit of validation every now and again. In a recent Condé Nast poll of readers, we were delighted to find that ten of the twenty hotels ranked highest in Asia are offered by us to you. Here’s a countdown of the resorts featured in the list according to their position in the poll, which one most whets your appetite for exploration?
10. W Retreat & Spa, Bali – Indonesia
A stay in W Retreat & Spa, Bali is never forgotten. 237 bedazzling rooms are home to a range of superb amenities including 40-inch televisions as well as bathrooms equipped with luxurious amenities that are sure to make you feel like a million dollars. Outside of your room a visit to the Away® Spa is cannot come more highly recommended. Here you will be indulged in a relaxing ambience while enjoying treatments that will rejuvenate your senses.
Sit back and take in the views at W Retreat & Spa Bali
9. The Andaman Langkawi – Malaysia
Langkawi, affectionately known as ‘The Jewel of Kedah’, is a beautiful archipelago that is made up of 99 islands. Framed by both ultramarine waters and ancient rainforest, this hotel is ideal for relaxing breaks in paradise. The beach it is situated on, Datai Bay, is recognised as one of the best on the planet and you are invited to kayak and windsurf amongst the waves. You can also go on an exciting excursion to see the nearby mangroves, where spellbinding nature abounds.
8. Pimalai Resort & Spa – Thailand
Pimalai is the kind of resort where the stunning surroundings are uninterrupted by the architecture. The effect of this is that the natural beauty of Koh Lanta is allowed to speak for itself. Of course, that’s not to say that there aren’t a range of amenities to enhance your experience. A decadent spa as well as an excellent choice of restaurants serving delicious international cuisines are sure to have you surrendering to unadulterated luxury and all the pleasure that comes with it.
7. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay – Indonesia
This resort, which measures in at an impressive seven square miles, is an enclave of exquisite villas made to resemble a traditional Balinese village. There are so many things to experience here that it would be impossible to list them all here, however meditation, karma balancing rituals and the beautiful surrounding ocean will frame what is sure to be a life changing holiday.
Stunning views greet all that stay at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay
6. Rayavadee – Thailand
Rayavadee is located in the amazing Krabi Province of Thailand, here incredible rock-islands extend to the heavens and the beaches are unimaginably beautiful. The resort itself is situated on a small, picturesque bay and boasts a wide range of amenities for your pleasure. You can take advantage of an array of excursions to explore Krabi Province.
5. JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa – Thailand
Prepare for a relaxing break like no other in this intimate and secluded hotel where breathtaking pools swirl among rooms and suites that reside in a different realm of comfort. The Mandara Spa administers both Asian and Western practices for deep rejuvenation while the superlative restaurants deliver delicacies from all over the world. The rooms at the hotel also give you unprecedented access to the glorious surrounding beach.
4. Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa – Philippines
Boracay, located in the Philippines, may be small in size but its beaches can go toe to toe with any other coastline in the world. A Mecca for water sports enthusiasts, the beaches on the island’s east coast are less busy and a haven for surfers. Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa is set in an eco-reserve meaning that you will be surrounded by breathtaking nature for the entirety of your stay. With a spa, private beach, tennis courts and four restaurants to choose from you will never be stuck for something to do.
The hardest part of staying at Shagri-La Boracay Resort & Spa is choosing between the pool and the beach
3. Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai – Vietnam
The 100 villas that make up the gorgeous Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai drip with a sense of style and class that other resorts can only dream of attaining. The resort is situated in Hoi An, a stunning historical city in Vietnam that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city’s Old Town has almost countless historical sites, shrines and temples for visitors to enjoy. When you first enter your room the splendour of The Nam Hai really becomes apparent. Dramatic grey stone floors and teak wood furnishings greet your arrival and invite complete serenity. The resort’s crowning glory is the three enormous pools that lead directly to the sea.
2. Anantara Chiang Mai Resort & Spa – Thailand
Overlooking the Mae Ping River, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort & Spa is the ultimate place to spend a holiday in Thailand. All 52 rooms and 32 suites offer great views across the nearby river and are decorated in a modern style that expertly incorporates traditional Thai elements to create a unique ambiance. The Anantara Spa is a luscious haven of indulgence and incorporates everything from world-class massages to facials and beauty treatments that will have you looking as good as you feel. To experience the heights of pleasure, go for the spa’s Essence of Anantara regime. This 200-minute awakening treats your skin with herbs that will open the pores and have you feeling totally refreshed.
Dining at the resort is an out of this world experience. The Restaurant takes the taste-buds on an international journey to the heights of Indian, Thai and Western cuisine. You can also enjoy sumptuous afternoon tea in The Colonial House where fresh teas as well as a creative tapas menu are sure to delight.
1. Four Seasons Resort Langkawi – Malaysia
Topping the bill of our Asian resorts according to Condé Nast Traveler is the incredible Four Seasons Resort Langkawi. One of Malaysia’s very best resorts, Four Seasons Langkawi is 91 rooms of pure decadence and supreme bliss. Dedicated to your well-being, this resort allows you to partake in a daily yoga programme so you can start each day feeling enriched and refreshed. The two pools at the resort cater for everybody, with one dedicated to family fun and the other a quiet place where adults can unwind.
The resort offers a wide array of excursions and experiences that will last long in the memory. A mangrove and eagles safari will take you into the heart of Langkawi’s UNESCO recognised geopark where you can observe eagles, monkeys, otters and several varieties of fish as you drift among 550 million year old rock formations. The resort is also home to a wide variety of water sports for you to try your hand at. Motorised options will have daredevils trying their hand at jet skiing, wake-boarding and much more while catamarans and stand-up paddle-boards are available for more serene experiences.
Words can’t describe the total serenity inspired by The Four Seasons Langkawi
Dining here is as lavish as one would expect from such a beautiful resort. Serai is a celebration of Italian cuisine and serves exquisite meals such as roasted sea bass and grilled beef tenderloin. For traditional Malaysian fare, Ikan Ikan is the place to be. Here you can try a range of fresh seafood such as mild spicy red snapper and grilled green lobster, for more carnivorous palettes there are also dishes such as beef redang and grilled rack of lamb on offer.
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We at Kenwood Travel are proud to offer such an esteemed collection of Asian resorts. If you would like to explore more of this magical region by staying at one of these incredible places, give us a call on 020 7749 9220 or visit our website.