Our favourite luxury resorts and hotels

The internationally acclaimed Pangkor Laut Resort is located on a private island three miles off the west coast of Malaysia in the Straits of Malacca. Nestling in the forest shade with secluded bays curled around pristine beaches its luxury, natural beauty and age-old wilderness create the perfect escape.

Set on the glittering waters of the Gulf of Thailand, in tranquil Fisherman’s Cove at Bo Phut beach on Samui Island, the Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is surrounded by tropical gardens and offers traditional southern Thai architecture and a fantastic Spa.

Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa is traditional Malay in style and is nestled along Penang’s legendary Batu Ferringhi Beach. This iconic beach resort is undoubtably one of the most luxurious in Penang and its 304 well-appointed rooms and suites help relax guests within minutes of arrival.

Intimate and luxurious, this boutique beach property is a secluded haven that's well suited to honeymoons and romantic escapes. Santhiya Koh Yao Yai is a private hideaway that offers stunning coastal vistas and eco-friendly accommmodation.

A fantastic eco resort located in Sigiriya. Vil Uyana is the first hotel in Sri Lanka to offer rooms built over water and paddy fields providing a setting of total peace and tranquillity for its guests with breathtaking views of Sigiriya Rock.

A truly stunning resort which combines traditional Indonesian flair with modern amenities, all in an idyllic jungle and rice field setting. The private pool villas are gorgeous. Perfect for all of you that want that extra special holiday treat.

The Katathani is a deluxe beachfront hotel and spa situated on secluded Kata Noi Bay, on the southwest coast of Phuket Island, less than an hour from the airport. It is set on an unspoilt white sandy beach and surrounded by lush green hills.