Conde Nast Traveler 2014 Gold List for Best Hotels in Asia and Australia

Amandari (which means "peaceful spirits" ) is located five minutes from the art community of Ubud, in Central Bali. The village of Kedewatan lies adjacent to the resort. Designed as a Balinese village, Amandari has river-stone walkways and high paras-stone walls. The open-air lobby was designed after a wantilan, a village...

Amankila Is A Cliffside Beach Resort Overlooking The Lombok Straits On The East Coast Of Bali. Centred Majestically Is The Three Tiered Swimming Pool That Mimics The Sea In Colour And Dominance. There Are 34 Free Standing Thatched Roof Beach Houses Twisting Their Way Into The Hillside. Located At Sea Level In A Coconut Grove At The...

Hidden behind a bamboo wall and opening onto the picturesque Mae Ping River in Thailand’s charming northern city, Anantara Chiang Mai Resort & Spa, fomerly The Chedi Chiang Mai is a luxurious sanctuary of striking contemporary style, accented by traditional Thai and colonial elements. Relax on your balcony daybed, admiring...

Belmond Governor's Residence in Yangon, Myanmar is an imposing teak mansion hotel dating from the 1920s within the elegant Embassy Quarter of Yangon and close to the spectacular Shwedagon Pagoda. Built in 1920, The Belmond Governor's Residence is an imposing Burmese two-story mansion built as the official home of one of the governor's...

Belmond La Residence d'Angkor Hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia is an intimate Khmer-style hotel set within a leafy walled garden. From here you are ideally placed to explore Siem Reap and to visit the temples of Angkor Wat, one of the man-made wonders of the world. Traditionally built, the hotel sits comfortably within the lush riverside...

Spread over 60 acres of serene, natural landscapes, incorporating picturesque rice paddies, tropical hardwoods and exotic plantations lies Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai, formerly Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, The resort's myriad facilities include the 3,100 square meter Dheva Spa, a choice of stylish restaurants, a Thai Cooking School...

Grand Hyatt Tokyo is a luxury hotel located in the heart of Roppongi – a lively international district known as a stimulating centre for business, culture, fashion and leisure. Conveniently close to the famous Ginza shopping district and Kasumigaseki government district, our Roppongi hotel is 90 minutes by limousine bus from Narita...

Located on Motu Piti Aau ('Two hearts' in Tahitian), InterContinental Resort and Thalasso-Spa Bora Bora is the newest Five Star Hotel on Bora Bora. The resort called for revolutionary solutions in both environmental protection and comfort. The sea water air-conditioning system is unique in french polynesia and eliminates pollutants...

The Resort is located to the south side of the main island, at the famous Matira Point. Matira Point is formed by two white sand beaches, a windward beach on Taahana Bay and a leeward beach on Matira bay. This is recognised as the most beautiful site in French Polynesia. Adorned by white sand and turquoise water, the Intercontinental...

The award-winning Island Shangri-La is located in the heart of the city's Central district. Our signature tower, a gleaming architectural jewel containing 771 chandeliers, rises directly above Pacific Place, Hong Kong Island's most prestigious shopping and entertainment complex. The hotel's luxury rooms and suites are among...

Set on 6,000 acres near Matauri Bay, Northland, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs affords spectacular 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. Cape Brett and the offshore Cavalli Islands are part of the panorama which can be viewed from the verandas, lounge, card and dining rooms. The main lodge, which overlooks the golf course and the...

The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok offers contemporary luxury throughout all its 393 rooms and suites, with views over the Chao Phraya River or gardens; ten restaurants, many with terraces by the river; and The Oriental Spa, voted among the "best in the world." For over 130 years, visiting royalty, dignitaries, artists and distinguished...

With a coveted harbourfront location between the world-famous Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Park Hyatt Sydney offers guests an intimate, residential-style hotel with architecture, design and art that reflects the Australian landscape. Starting at a spacious 40sqm, new guest room interiors reflect a natural feel with...

Setting the standard for hotels in Shanghai, The Portman Ritz-Carlton features 610 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, 6 restaurants and lounges serving Chinese, Italian, Japanese and Western favorites; an extensive health club with swimming pool, gym, squash and racquetball courts; and convenient access to world-class shopping,...

qualia (pronounced kwah-lee-ah), the word means a collection of deeper sensory experiences. qualia the resort is a private world of sensory perfection on Hamilton Island, and the Oatley family’s world-class, boutique luxury resort. Each resort precinct has a personality all of its own, offering our guests the very best in service...

The luxury Grand Hotel D'Angkor hotel offers personalized pampering at the award-winning Raffles Spa, as well as an array of fine dining choices, from exotic Khmer cuisine at the Restaurant Le Grand to the Elephant Bar where fine wine, champagne and cocktails, including the signature Airavata is served. For a one-of-a-kind dining...

Raffles Hotel is one of Singapore's most graceful landmarks. More legend than hotel, this luxury Singapore hotel celebrates a tradition of unwavering service excellence spanning more than 120 years. Immortalized in the novels of Somerset Maugham and Rudyard Kipling, Raffles Hotel, Singapore’s colonial-styled architecture...

Rambagh Palace in Jaipur offers 79 rooms and stunningly restored suites, which were the chambers of the former Maharaja. Use of rich fabrics and silk drapes draw from the colourful art and warm hues of the state of Rajasthan. Request the legendary Peacock suite, which overlooks the Mughal Terrace and the garden where the Maharaja...

A proud prominent feature at the heart of Hanoi since 1901, the French colonial style Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has a long tradition of welcoming playwrights, ambassadors and heads of state, a luxury place for many prestigious events, a popular rendezvous spot for both business and leisure travelers. This Hanoi's legendary landmark...

Reaching out across 44 acres of lush landscaping edged by powdery white sands and a crystalline lagoon, The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort represents the epitome of carefree elegance. Its 100 exquisitely designed accommodations feature the largest over-water villas in the South Seas as well as stunning beach villas, showcases for the...

Journey to an exclusive and privileged location which breathes an alluring beachfront eloquence. Overlooking the majestic oceanfront and Bali's premier golf course, The St. Regis Bali Resort captures an element of style in a timeless and refined environment. A destination of romance and mystique, the splendid resort reflects the...

Visitors will feel like honored guests of the Maharana at this exquisite white marble palace that seems to float majestically on the still waters of Lake Pichola. Originally built as a summer palace, Taj Lake Palace has recently been transformed to its former glory whose sole purpose is the pursuit of leisure. Set amid awe-inspiring...

The Leela Palace New Delhi represents the magnificent architecture, grace and elegance of Lutyen’s Delhi. Experience luxury of oversized suites and guestrooms of 550 sq. ft. and above, equipped with the latest technology. Dine at any one of the many über chic restaurants. Rejuvenate at an exclusive spa by ESPA. The 260...

Enjoy the luxury of your own private view of the greatest monument to love. Wake up to the glorious sight of the Taj, bathed by the first rays of dawn. Watch her sparkle by day as the sun shines on her architectural perfection. Allow yourself to be swept away by her romance at dusk. Let the nights be filled with the magic of the...

The Oberoi Rajvilas is a unique way to experience Jaipur, one of India’s most vibrant and exotic destinations. A luxury resort with its own distinctive character, it revives the gracious lifestyles of India’s legendary Rajput princes. Recreating the magnificence of princely Rajasthan, in a beautiful fort setting, with...

The Oberoi Udaivilas is a luxury resort located on Udaipur's legendary Lake Pichola, overlooking island palaces and the Udaipur City Palace. Set amidst 30 acres of landscaped gardens, fountains , and pavilions, Udaivilas is reachable by land and boat. Featuring the Aravali Hills as a backdrop, the property is built like a Rajasthani...

Nestling in the natural beauty of the wilds, The Oberoi Vanyavilas is India’s leading luxury jungle resort on the edge of the Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve. The perfect base from which to explore the territory of the majestic tiger. Tiger sightings are most frequent during the months of May and June. While it is warm during...

In the few years since the hotel opened, the luxurious riverside Peninsula Bangkok has quickly established itself as one of Bangkok's finest hotels, winning many awards and accolades, including "World's Best Hotel" in 2003 by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. Thanks to its unique waved-shape design and location on the banks...

The Peninsula Shanghai offers 235 supremely comfortable rooms including 44 suites. Inspired by the Art Deco period and Golden Age when Shanghai was the Paris of the East, this stylish hotel provides a glamorous setting together with breathtaking views of the Bund, Huangpu River and Pudong. Premier suites such as Palace Suite...

With the vision of The Peninsula Tokyo as a traditional Japanese lantern, the hotel is a shining landmark superbly located in the prestigious Marunouchi financial district, opposite the Imperial Palace and a three-minute walk from the shopping capital of Ginza. Modern and contemporary with Japanese accents, this gracious...

The PuLi Hotel & Spa is the newest luxury hotel of its kind in Shanghai. A new Urban Resort Concept that blends the immediacy and convenience of being in Shanghai's most central location with the quiet, emotional indulgences of a peaceful, luxurious resort. It's like being away from it all and right in the heart of it all at once. This...

The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo opened its' doors to guests for the first time on March 30th, 2007. Absorb the international culture of Tokyo's Roppongi District, the city's entertainment, diplomatic and business hub. Here, the latest trends in food, fashion and luxury retail coexist with the ancient temples and ruins nearby. The Ritz-Carlton,...

Exquisitely styled and lavishly appointed, the accommodations at the St. Regis Bangkok define refined luxury. Timeless elegance and personalized hospitality fill these spacious rooms and suites. After you explore the splendid vintages of our wine cellar and savor the most exquisite gourmet stylings in our distinguished restaurants,...

Since it opened in 1903, The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Mumbai has created its own unique history. From Maharajas and Princes to various Kings, Presidents, CEOs and entertainers, the Taj has played the perfect host, supportive of their every need. Built in 1903, the hotel is an architectural marvel and brings together Moorish,...

Discover a fascinating past and an enchanting present at Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace, perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur. The last of the great palaces of India, this luxury heritage hotel will leave you spellbound. The last of the great palaces of India, the property houses a family museum, as well as the resplendent...