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A ranking of the top 100 hotels in the world is out – here are all the ones in Asia
One of the most crucial decisions you can make on a trip is which hotel to stay in. There's lots to consider – location, amenities, service, cleanliness, and value. The best hotels can completely elevate a trip, answering your every need without compromising on an authentic and local experience.
If you're travelling to Asia anytime soon, there's a new ranking of the best hotels in the region that may spark some inspiration. Travel + Leisure just released the results of its World's Best Awards survey, which ranks top cities, islands, hotels, resorts, and more based on votes by almost 180,000 T+L readers. This year, 33 hotels in Asia made it to its ranking of the 100 best hotels in the world, based on criteria like rooms and facilities, location, service, food, and value-for-money.
2025's top Asian hotel is perfect for those in love with the island life. Nay Palad Hideaway in Siargao, Philippines ranks No. 10 in the world with a score of 99.37. A stunning result, considering that Nay Palad Hideaway is a newcomer to the list. The resort is all-inclusive, with sprawling villas offering private private pools, beach access, pavilions, and tree houses. Activities are covered too, from mangrove kayaking to surfing the legendary Cloud 9 break.
The rest of the list represents a pretty even balance of island luxury and city glamour. If you're looking for a remote getaway close to the ocean, there's no going wrong with hotels like Shangri-La Boracay, Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort, or The St. Regis Bali Resort. Or settle in private sanctuaries smack in the middle of the urban whirl at spots like Regent Hong Kong, EQ Kuala Lumpur, and The Langham, Shanghai. You can even get a little wild at The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wildlife Resort in Ranthambhore, where you can join game drives to stalk elusive Bengal tigers in the national park.
Looking for more inspiration? We've got ideas on the best stays in Asia too – check out our list of the best hotels in Asia right now, and the best wellness and retreats in Asia.
Travel + Leisure's Top 100 Hotels – all the hotels in Asia:
Nay Palad Hideaway (99.37) – Siargao Island, Philippines
Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve (99.18) – Bali, Indonesia
Regent Hong Kong (99.1) – Hong Kong, China
The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra (98.87) – Agra, India
Shangri-La Boracay (98.77) – Boracay, Philippines
EQ Kuala Lumpur (98.73) – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Mulia (98.72) – Bali, Indonesia
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi (98.64) – Shanghai, China
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali (98.64) – Bali, Indonesia
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort (98.6) – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Taj Mahal, New Delhi (98.59) – New Delhi, India
Rosewood Bangkok (98.43) – Bangkok, Thailand
Regent Beijing (98.4) – Beijing, China
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay (98.36) – Bali, Indonesia
Mandarin Oriental (98.32) – Bangkok, Thailand
The Oberoi Rajvila, Jaipur (98.06) – Jaipur, India
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai (98) – Shanghai, China
The Middle House (98) – Shanghai, China
Taj Lands End, Mumbai (97.93) – Mumbai, India
Rosewood Phnom Penh (97.92) – Phnom Phnem, Cambodia
Capella Hanoi (97.87) – Hanoi, Vietnam
Villa Le Corail, a Gran Meliá Hotel (97.87) – Nha Trang, Vietnam
The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wildlife Resort, Ranthambhore (97.68) – Ranthambhore, India
The St. Regis Bali Resort (97.68) – Bali, Indonesia
Palace Hotel Tokyo (97.66) – Tokyo, Japan
Lebua at State Tower (97.58) – Bangkok, Thailand
Anantara Quy Nhon Villas (97.5) – Quy Nhon, Vietnam
Capella Bangkok (97.43) – Bangkok, Thailand
The Leela Palace New Delhi (97.4) – New Delhi, India
Capella Shanghai (97.38) – Shanghai, China
The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur (97.36) – Udaipur, India
Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa (97.33) – Danang, Vietnam
Raffles Grand Hotel D'Angkor (97.3) – Siem Reap, Cambodia
