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HANGING GARDENS UBUD

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We are frequently told that such and such a property has been designed and built to blend or become part of its surrounding environment. While this is a most welcome approach to hotel development in these expanding times it has to be the Hanging Gardens Ubud that takes the prize for thoughtful, careful and imaginative approach to fitting in with nature’s gifts. This 5 star boutique hotel with its 3.2 hectares of land, 38 private suites and villas, each with their own granite-tiled infinity pool, sits with 8 levels on an almost 45 degree incline overlooking the Ayung River Valley and is backed by rich tropical jungle. The hotel is a picture book experience and the 8 levels, serviced by a funicular rail, offer a variety of stunning views. A lounge bar is located below the restaura...
The Majestic Malacca

The Majestic Malacca

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A novel way to experience the charm of Malacca is to book accommodation at the historic Majestic Malacca. Here the spoils of colonial luxury are available to all. The Majestic Malacca is regarded as the best hotel in Malacca and is where the art and architecture of history combine with the pomp and ceremony of exceptional service. A novel way to experience the charm of Malacca is to book accommodation at the historic Majestic Malacca. Here the spoils of colonial luxury are available to all. The Majestic Malacca is regarded as the best hotel in Malacca and is where the art and architecture of history combine with the pomp and ceremony of exceptional service. The lobby of this historic hotel is small by todays standards but one is made to feel privileged on entering and once taken in, the ...
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang

Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] For over four decades, Rasa Sayang has been the iconic resort on Penang as Malaysia’s first ever five-star resort and Shangri-La’s first property in Malaysia. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] A short flight from KL took me to Penang International from where I made my way to the Batu Ferringgi Beach area where Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa is located. The resort sits on a large site of 30 acres and was designed and built to incorporate the best of Malay tradition in conjunction with contemporary chic. Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang offers 304 elegantly appointed rooms and suites divided into two wings: Garden Wing and Rasa Wing, each with their own entrance, lobby and driveway. The Garden W...
The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta

The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta

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It is with the first impressions on entering The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta that one is immediately struck by the attractive eclecticism of the décor and the enchanting ambience of this historical building. The hotel was originally built in 1918 and as a perfect example of 19th century Indochina Architecture was acknowledged as a heritage building in 1996. Here a blend of European Art Nouveau is where archipelago interest together with Javanese and Chinese cultural elements combine. Situated in the heart of Yogyakarta, The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta is the second of the MGallery collection selected in Asia due to its history and splendid decor. The hotel boasts 143 exquisite rooms including 1 suite and 1 disabled room. All rooms have their own private balcony overlooking the urban landscape, ...
Hotel Majapahit

Hotel Majapahit

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A heritage Hotel in the centre of Surabaya city, Hotel Majapahit is a luxurious historical hotel featuring graceful colonial-style architecture, lovely landscaped gardens and an array of pampering facilities for a delightful experience with all the excesses of a colonial age. The famous Sarkie Brothers built the hotel in 1910 and it is not an overstatement to say that it has become a classic landmark and one of the sources of national pride for Indonesia. Here history blends with romance and elegance with a fusion of classy vintage orientation and furnished modern facilities. There are a total of 143 rooms divided in four categories to select from at Hotel Majapahit. These are presented as Garden Terrace, Majapahit, Executive and Presidential suites and are so graded according to size. T...
Qunci Villas

Qunci Villas

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] A Perfect Getaway on the island of Lombok [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Set in front of the gorgeous Mangsit Beach, Qunci Villas is the ideal place for those looking for a serene and picturesque getaway in the comfort of modern and plush services. The name Qunci is taken from the word ‘kunci’ that means key in Indonesian. The resort is committed to support local community by employing mostly from local population including the general manager. Not only that, fresh local produces and seafood are utilized in its two restaurants, Quali Seafood Restaurant and Quah Mediterranean Restaurant. When they first opened in 2003, the resort only had 20 rooms and currently it boasts 78 rooms including 63 rooms, 10 one-bedroom...