The 151-room JW Marriott Goa sits on the Indian coastline, 43 kilometres from Goa International Airport and a kilometre from idyllic Vagator Beach. Despite its luxury offerings – including Turkish and Moroccan hammam steam baths, an infinity pool among the foliage, and a kitchen garden that guests can harvest vegetables from – the hotel is family-friendly, with a bowling alley and kids’ entertainment classes.

Opened in April, Bulgari Hotel Tokyo is a star-studded luxury accommodation offering in the heart of the Japanese capital. Between the private suites decked out with Italian furniture; signature Bulgari Spa (with a 25-metre indoor pool overlooking the Tokyo skyline); and the eight-seat omakase restaurant Sushi Hōseki, with chef Kenji Gyoten at the helm of the hinoki-wood counter, you’ll feel like you’re in a world of your own.

Set to be a creative, quirky and art-filled destination in the central business district of downtown Singapore when it opens this year, the Mondrian Singapore will embrace the history of the colourful Duxton Hill neighbourhood. There are 302 rooms and suites, including the Gallery Shophouse Suite and its 180-degree views over the surrounding area, as well as a rooftop pool,  complete with adjoining 1970s-inspired Canyon Club bar and cabanas, in which to escape the steamy Singaporean weather.

A haven for the nature lover, Cap Karoso is on the island of Sumba, a one-hour flight from Bali. The beach resort is a multifaceted affair, with a regenerative farm that supplies the venue’s food while teaching locals about plant propagation and organic farming. Rooms feature locally crafted objects and art, too. Swim in Karoso Lagoon, indulge in a sandalwood massage, or practise your vinyasa flow in the yoga pavilion. With accommodation ranging from well-appointed studios to a three-bedroom beachfront villa, come solo or bring the whole family. 

Slated to open in Bhutan’s Punakha Valley in September 2023, the luxurious Punakha River Lodge will be &Beyond’s first foray into Asia. Nestled among rice farms and with direct access to the Mo Chu river, the lodge will feature six tents, a one-bedroom suite and a two-bedroom family suite designed in traditional Bhutanese style. Visitors can opt into local village tours, a hike up to the Lungchutse Temple or along the river to the Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten, cooking classes to make momo dumplings, or hot-stone baths in the tranquillity of the lodge. 

Around an hour from the yoga-centric city of Rishikesh, the newly opened Westin Resort & Spa Himalayas is a wellness destination sprawled across almost five hectares. The infinity pool has a swim-up bar and the spa offers full-body massages, scalp treatments and pedicures. Suites feature soft, muted tones and wood accents, with balconies capturing the mountain views across the horizon. Stay at the resort and soak up the serenity, or use it as a launching pad to go river rafting nearby. 

Victoria Harbour has a sparkling new gem in the harbourside Regent Hong Kong. Suites and rooms overlook the water, with wide day beds under huge windows. Four restaurants are within the comfort of the Regent, including a celebration of Cantonese cuisine at Lai Ching Heen and a menu of culinary elegance at The Steak House: think beluga caviar and premium Black Angus and Wagyu sourced from specialty farms around the world. The Hong Kong Museum of Art is right around the corner, too. 

Slated to open in August, the Shinta Mani Mustang will offer an all-inclusive luxury experience for curious visitors. With 29 suites, the Bensley Collection hotel is located right in the heart of the Nepalese Kali Gandaki valley, in an area that was previously forbidden to outsiders. That makes it perfectly placed to enable outdoor experiences curated by the guest experience host, including horse-riding alongside a local sherpa, archery, or a multi-day riding adventure to Upper Mustang. When it’s time for pampering, the hotel’s Wellness Center offers traditional herbal medicine treatments developed by an 11th-generation local doctor.

The sleek, sophisticated Ritz-Carlton Fukuoka (taking reservations from June 21) is situated in the tech hub of Tenjin and only 15 minutes from the bullet-train station. Rooms in the 167-room hotel – with interiors designed by Australian architects Layan Architects + Designers – start at 50 square metres, with nods to the region’s Hakata-ori weaving tradition evident in the carpet and art installations. Make time for afternoon tea at Diva, one of the hotel’s five culinary venues, and enjoy locally-grown Japanese tea alongside a bowl of peach melba.

Aman’s fourth property in Japan, the Aman Niseko enjoys views of pristine ski fields in winter and sweeping flower fields in the summertime, as well as ample privacy, thanks to its prime location in a nature reserve on the side of Mount Moiwa. Separate from the main pavilion (which contains ski lockers, a gallery and a whisky and cigar lounge), Aman’s 30 residences were designed with the calming natural surrounds in mind, with wood detailing and muted tones throughout. Indoor and outdoor onsen are available year round and an intimate  tea room offers a quiet oasis within this tranquil escape.

Overlooking the bustling wonder of Ho Chi Minh City from the city’s tallest skyscraper, the new Vinpearl Landmark 81 – Autograph Collection opened in late 2022. Its 223 rooms and suites are located between the 49th and 71st floors, with the hotel catering to business folk with 10 meeting rooms, three terraces among the clouds (starting at the 48th floor), and a 1000-person ballroom. Roll into the afternoon with a massage at the Akoya Spa, then saunter into the evening with fresh prawns and oysters at the Oriental Pearl restaurant.

Situated right on the waterfront and amid the surrounding tropical gardens, the Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach is an upscale resort offering catering to families, couples and solo travellers across 204 rooms. The Fish Club’s outdoor pavilion is the perfect spot to enjoy a sunset dinner of locally caught seafood and house cocktails, but don’t miss exploring the local area during the day with a trip to the Bang Saray fishing village or the family-friendly Ramayana Water Park. For a touch of luxury, the two-bedroom manor house duplex features a private pool, butler service and generous rain showers. 

A full-service health and spirit retreat with 66 rooms and 16 suites across eight and a half hectares in a forest outside Dehradun, Six Senses Vana offers an opportunity to unwind and reconnect. After a 45-minute consultation on arrival (that allows your hosts to help curate your stay to your unique needs and wants), enjoy three highly intentional meals a day (designed to cater to any dietary requirements and including guided nutrition and tea services); daily yoga, meditation and workshops; private Ayurvedic treatments; and adventures into the surrounding landscape.

29 of the Most Spectacular Spots in Asia