The Best Resorts in Asia as Voted by iBestTravel Readers

Despite the time it takes to reach many of the best Asian resorts, making the journey is totally worth it to iBestTravel readers. The properties featured on this year’s list are notable for their distinct settings, including an 18th-century royal palace on its own island, a modern beachside compound in Bali, and a secluded jungle camp in Thailand, where elephants roam the grounds.

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Every year, iBestTravel asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe, sharing opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Hotels are rated based on facilities, location, service, food, and overall value. Properties are classified as city or resort based on their locations and amenities.

Featured Resorts

15. InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula, Danang, Vietnam

Courtesy of InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula

Score: 95.66

More information: danang.intercontinental.com
14. The Oberoi Rajvilas, Jaipur, India

Courtesy of Oberoi Hotels & Resorts

Score: 95.71

More information: oberoihotels.com
13. Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan, Bali, Indonesia

Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Score: 95.83

More information: fourseasons.com/sayan
12. The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra, India

Courtesy of Oberoi Hotels & Resorts

Score: 96.08

More information: oberoihotels.com
11. Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort, Chiang Rai, Thailand

Courtesy of Anantara

Score: 96.13

More information: anantara.com
10. The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, India

Courtesy of Oberoi Hotels & Resorts

Score: 96.20

More information: oberoihotels.com
9. Anantara Hua Hin Resort, Hua Hin, Thailand

Courtesy of Anantara

Score: 96.24

More information: anantara.com
8. Nihi Sumba Indonesia

Courtesy of Nihi Sumba

Score: 96.46

More information: nihi.com
7. Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur, India

Courtesy of Taj Hotels

Score: 96.48

More information: tajhotels.com
6. Six Senses Laamu, Olhuveli Island, Maldives

Courtesy of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas

Score: 96.50

More information: sixsenses.com
5. Gangtey Lodge, Phobjikha Valley, Bhutan

Ken Spence/Courtesy of Gangtey Lodge

Score: 97.18

More information: gangteylodge.com
4. Six Senses Yao Noi, Thailand

Courtesy of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas

Score: 97.74

More information: sixsenses.com
3. The Mulia, Bali, Indonesia

Courtesy of The Mulia

Score: 98.25

More information: themulia.com/mulia-bali
2. JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa, Vietnam

Courtesy of JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay

Score: 98.56

More information: marriott.com
1. The Leela Palace Udaipur, India

Courtesy of The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts

Score: 98.89

More information: theleela.com

This year’s winner, the Leela Palace Udaipur, is one of Rajasthan’s most revered hotels. Perched on Lake Pichola with views of the Aravali Mountains, guests praised its superlative service and spa among the highlights. “The staff was exceptional,” said one reviewer, mentioning a welcome fit for royalty, complete with local musicians and a shower of rose petals. All 80 rooms in the lavish, Mughal-inspired building offer lake views, set within six acres adorned with palm trees and manicured gardens.