Asian Getaway: 4 Perfect Stays for a Luxury Long Weekend Break in Asia

With heaps of public holidays throughout the year to score a day off, some of you may have been thinking of planning a short break away from the city. But lacking inspiration for a long weekend holiday? Fear not, we've got it covered! Check out these 4 luxury hotels in Asia for long weekend getaways

New Jewel of Kedah

The St Regis Langkawi

On the opposite side of the island from the Four Seasons, in an idyllic cove overlooking a sparkling white sand beach and the glistening turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea, this dazzling new hotel features 85 suites and three water villas, each boasting a spectacular view of the Strait of Malacca.

The property, which opened at the beginning of April, is a modern take on Moorish architecture, designed with large gardens, courtyards and an impressive spa. Guests can choose to dine over the water at Kayuputi restaurant or by the shore in a beautiful beach cabana. From complimentary Bentley transfers to the largest swimmable lagoon in Asia, this hotel is set to become a classic. starwoodhotels.com/stregis

Italian Opulence
The Reverie Saigon

Is your motto “more is more”? Do you believe the most luxurious designs should be exercises in excess? Well, then, this is just the Vietnamese venue for you. The hotel, which opened late last year, takes a maximalist approach to decor, with an abundance of Italian silk-clad walls, gilt, mosaic tiles and chandeliers of mirrored medallions. Located in the central District 1, the hotel occupies the top floors of Ho Chi Minh City’s Times Square building, giving all rooms panoramic views over the winding Saigon River out to the Mekong Delta.

Furniture from Italy’s leading maisons is accented with works by budding Vietnamese artists, while lavish marble bathrooms come with amenities by Chopard in the rooms and Hermès in the suites. A vast spa, clad in marble and rose gold, is the perfect place to unwind before taking a dip in the open-air pool or indulging in some Cantonese fine dining at the Royal Pavilion. This is the spot for a thoroughly indulgent break. thereveriesaigon.com

A Classic Reborn
Grand Hyatt Taipei

Twenty-five years after opening, the Grand Hyatt Taipei underwent a major renovation last year, which saw a total redesign of its 853 rooms and suites, the Club Lounge and many of its indoor and outdoor facilities. Two new restaurants—Yun Jin (serving Chinese cuisine) and a steakhouse—have been added to its impressive roster of nine dining venues.

A highlight is the breakfast buffet, where three dozen chefs helm a plethora of show kitchens, with 168 culinary options on offer—not one for the indecisive breakfaster! If you can, book the stunning new 2,400-square-foot presidential suite, which offers fairy-tale views of the iconic Taipei 101 Tower. All in all, it’s a super-slick and civilised city-break destination. taipei.grand.hyatt.com

Rest for the Weary
Cathay Pacific Lounge, Taipei

Passengers flying first or business class to Taipei on Hong Kong’s flagship airline will be pleased to hear that it has opened a brand new lounge in Terminal 1. At 13,500 square feet and with seating for 245 people (about 100 more than the previous lounge), this place is at once spacious and homely. Solo travellers—or those feeling just plain antisocial—will welcome the arrival of Cathay Pacific’s “solo chair.”

A spacious seat with high sides and a side table, reading lamp and coat hook, it’s the perfect private spot to curl up and relax. Peckish? The food hall offers cold cuts, cheeses, salads, fruit, desserts and tapas to nibble, while the noodle bar serves up a variety of noodle soups and other Taiwanese classics to hungrier travellers. cathaypacific.com