Romantic Resorts in Asia For Your Couple's Retreat

From beachside getaways to cosy boutique stays, these romantic spots are ideal for a romantic post-lockdown getaway

Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat, Langkawi, Malaysia

Photo 1 of 4 Photo: Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat

Photo 2 of 4 Photo: Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat

Photo 3 of 4 Photo: Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat

Photo 4 of 4 Photo: Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat

Located just a five-minute walk from Pantai Tengah, Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat is made up of 11 luxurious units which include studios, suites and two-bedroom cottages. There are also nine Ambong Ambong one-bedroom pool villas to choose from, each luxuriously appointed and designed to reconnect you with the rainforest. Make the most out of your experience at this award-winning boutique resort by enjoying a private dining experience on the beach or in your villa, taking a mangrove forest tour, taking a cooking class or two with the resort's chefs, or enjoying a pampering massage at Amaala Spa.

Ambong Ambong Rainforest Retreat, Jalan Teluk Baru, Pantai Tengah, Langkawi, Malaysia | +604 955 8428

More: The Best Nature Retreats Within a 2-Hour Drive From Kuala Lumpur

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, Maldives

Photo 1 of 3 Over Water Pool Villas at Anantara Kihavah

Photo 2 of 3 The Beach Pool Villa

Photo 3 of 3 SEA, the world’s first oceanic restaurant and wine cellar

Secluded and romantic, Anantara Kihavah’s immersive experiences are meant to be cherished with the ones you love, be it snorkelling with manta rays or tucking into a gourmet feast at the resort’s award-winning underwater restaurant and wine cellar, SEA.

Soak in panoramic views of the ocean from the comfort of your Over Water Pool Villa which contains a large infinity pool, spacious wooden sundeck with a swinging daybed and sun loungers, his and hers walk-in wardrobes, rain showers, outdoor showers and over-sized bathtubs big enough for two. There’s even a sunken glass-bottom bathtub that showcases the wonders of the sparkling ocean beneath.

Anantara Kihavah, 2098 Kihavah Huravalhi Island, Baa Atoll | +960 664 4111

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, Ubud, Bali

Photo 1 of 4 The Buahan Valley Pool Bale

Photo 2 of 4 The Buahan Valley Pool Bale

Photo 3 of 4 The Rainforest Pool Bale

Photo 4 of 4 The Rainforest Pool Bale

Ready to embrace the great outdoors with your better half by your side? This sustainable adults-only resort in northern Ubud fronts a ‘no walls, no doors’ concept, inviting guests to connect with the beauty of majestic mountain peaks and lush Balinese jungles. Offering 16 spacious pool villas (also called bales), Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape promises a truly dazzling experience that’s also kind to the natural environment.

Book the resort’s opening offer for a minimum two-night stay, which include’s daily breakfast and dinner, a daily 60min in-room spa session, and other pampering perks.

Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape, Banjar Selat, Buahan Kaja, Payangan, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia | +62 361 6208181

Pimalai Resort & Spa, Koh Lanta, Thailand

Above Dinner at the beach is an option at the resort

Above The Hillside Ocean Pool Villa

Named the best hotel in Thailand in TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards in 2022, Pimalai Resort & Spa is a 121-room resort with no immediate neighbours to hinder views of the surrounding tropical jungle and the sparkling waters of the Kantiang Bay.

The Hillside Ocean Pool Villas are a great place to soak in these wonderful vistas, perched 60m to 80m above sea level with an outdoor deck where you can enjoy a romantic dinner overlooking the peaceful waters of the Andaman.

Pimalai Resort & Spa, 99 Moo 5, Ba Kan Tiang Beach Koh Lanta, Krabi, Thailand | +66 2 320 5500

The Birdhouse El Nido, Palawan, the Philippines

Photo 1 of 4 The view from the Nesting Table restaurant

Photo 2 of 4 The resort's restaurant, the Nesting Table

Photo 3 of 4 Glamping tents

Photo 4 of 4 The window view from The Nesting Table restaurant

A boutique hillside glamping resort situated along Maremegmeg Beach in Palawan Island's El Nido, The Birdhouse offers a glorious combination of bohemian-themed luxury suite tents (only five tents to be exact), stunning views of the Bacuit Bay, exquisite tree top dining options at The Nesting Table and wellness experiences that will leave you refreshed and ready to take on the world again.

The Birdhouse El Nido, Sito Pakalsada, Barangay Corong Corong, El Nido, 5313 Palawan, Philippines | +63 920 606 1186

Duxton Reserve, Singapore

Photo 1 of 2 The Duxton Reserve, Autograph Collection

Photo 2 of 2 The Duxton Duplex

With only 49 guestrooms and suites, the award-winning Duxton Reserve celebrates the romance of a bygone era in Singapore’s historic Chinatown area. The Duxton Duplex is a favourite for couples looking for a luxurious change of scene without having to travel far from the city centre.

Fun fact: While each guest room has unique elements that make no two the same, all the rooms boast a well-stocked premium minibar that has since become an Instagram-worthy corner.

Duxton Reserve, 83 Duxton Road, Singapore | +65 6914 1428

The Seaes Hotel & Resort Jeju, South Korea

Above The outdoor dining area of the Haedang suite

Jeju, one of the most romantic destinations in South Korea, is home to The Seaes Hotel & Resort, a five-star resort that merges modern design with traditional Jeju architecture. Surrounded by spectacular sea views and immaculate gardens, the resort offers modern and traditional rooms that range from an opulent presidential suite to suites with rustic thatched roofs.

The Seaes Hotel & Resort Jeju, 198 Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do | 064 735-3000

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