Tugu Lombok: "Rest in paradise"

Review by: joana_cool_house | Source: Trip Advisor
"We staid there for 3nights and we loved it The place is beautiful very different from other 5star hotels. They respect the tradition and the Indonesian history and try to adjust to the hotel decoration. It's a beautiful and calm place. We were lucky the hotel was not crowded. It was low season and we had the hotel almost to ourselves. Very nice staff. The beach is the best we got in Indonesia with warm water but a lot of corals (you should were protection shoes) They have 2 restaurants at the hotel There are 2 big pools. The only bad thing is the prays in the middle of the night. They are Muslims and they pray in the middle of the night and wake you up with the speakers. You have transportation service, excursions to gili, spa, kayaks, paddel board, cooking lessons, snorkeling.. Our breakfast was included and we could have it at any time of the day.. So it was more of a lunch.. And the food is not expensive. It is a romantic place to go and spend a few days. One of my favorite hotel in the world! Stayed March 2017"

Maduzi Hotel: "Sukhumvit gem"

Review by: 344Sarah | Source: Trip Advisor
The rooms at Maduzi are so cleverly designed and laid out - as a previous reviewer said, they feel bigger and more spacious than the square footage would predict. The decor is sleek and zen-like, giving a very restful and calm feel. The staff was lovely, particularly Boon at the front desk -- he went out of his way to help with several special requests. We loved the infinity tub and the super comfortable bed. The wi fi was also very good. The toilet in our room was situated inside a small frosted glass enclosure with a sliding door -- unusual but OK. There are some beautiful design touches in the rooms and the public areas, and the overall vibe is just soothing and nice. I've tried 6 or 8 hotels in the Sukhumvit area and this is the one I'll return to from now on.

Cheong Fatt Tze – Blue Mansion: "Most memorable experience"

Review by: sdew360 | Source: Trip Advisor
From the moment we arrived here, we knew we'd be experiencing something very special. We felt privileged to be staying in such a sensitively preserved example of 19th century local architecture and absorbed as much as we could of the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful decor. We felt warmly welcomed by staff throughout our stay and they were so helpful in communicating with us and returning items we’d left behind in our haste to catch a flight. Personal touches to our rooms were a delight and looking back at our trip to Malaysia this summer, we all agreed our stay in Georgetown – and indeed the Cheong Fatt Tze (Blue) Mansion – was the highlight to our holiday.

Satri House: "Truly beautiful hotel"

Review by: TiraG | Source: Trip Advisor
This is one of the most beautiful historic boutique hotels in the world. From the moment of our pick up and check in to check out everything was truly 'royal' and perfect. The staff was the most impressive. The architecture and grounds are breathtaking. The rooms lovely and relaxing in decor. One really felt as if you were a guest of royalty long ago. Breakfast was elegant and delicious. The restaurant served tasty dishes though we liked some more than others. The red curry was super delicious.

The Island Lodge: "Perfect"

Review by: Mhanoi | Source: Trip Advisor
"We went on a Les Rives Cruise (two day cruise) and this was our overnight stop. I cannot fault this place. The swimming pool is wonderful and it's right next to the Mekong so you have wonderful unspoilt views. While swimming I spotted a kingfisher (or similar) just perched nearby. We enjoyed some lovely French wine with dinner and the food was very nice. I am vegetarian and I wouldn't say it's exceptional but there are enough options. The live music at dinner was also a wonderful touch. Breakfast was amazing - but a big risk of over ordering. The small cakes on arrival and by the pool were a lovely touch and tasted great. Our room had a wonderful view over the Mekong. I very much wished we'd stayed longer and it is the perfect place to relax. It's also a relatively small hotel so never feels crowded."

4 Rivers Floating Lodge: "Great Service!"

Review by: jay_uk1 | Source: tripadvisor.com
"This is an awesome place to go. Can't fault it at all. Definitely do the waterfall excursion as well for some more natural beauty. But besides all of that, I just wanted to say what amazing service the staff delivered. The resort manager is a man called Adonis, and he really did go above and beyond. I ended up dropping some red wine on my beige trousers during dinner and I was leaving the next day. I didn't have the time or the right washing materials to get the stain out. Adonis said he was doing his personal washing that evening and very kindly offered to wash my trousers for me too. He used some stain remover, some other washing stuff, gave it a good hand scrub, and even managed to get them completely dry for me to take back the next morning (stain free). This was not part of any laundry service and he personally did this as a favour...thank you Adonis! Really great service all round. An awesome experience and would highly recommend staying here."

SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge: "My favorite Restaurant in Yangon"

Review by: 114evelynk | Source: Trip Advisor
What a fantastic place! The location on the lake is just amazing. Great food and very good service. My favorite Restaurant in Yangon!

Locavore: "Bouche amused"

Review by: fetska | Source: Trip Advisor
Truly delicious, innovative, and in the number of surprise courses they keep bringing you, surprisingly good value.

Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge: "Peaceful with commanding views"

Review by: Norman T | Source: Trip Advisor
While the drive up to the lodge is challenging, the lodge itself is an oasis of tranquility. Excellent service by the staff (Jhalak was always present to answer questions), and nothing is challenging for them. There are killer views from almost everywhere, and you can spend your time just gazing !! You can see the Annapurna and Macchapucchare ranges from the lodge, with the sunrise views being particularly awesome (we didn't mind getting up early to see it, especially since there was a pot of tea waiting :-) ). We undertook a short trek, and had a very knowledgeable guide about the flora and fauna that we encountered, as well as the region as a whole. The rooms are clean, and the food, both continental and Nepali, are great ! Marcus is an exceptional host.

Satri House: "A resort with a heart and attention to details"

Review by: Seaglass3 | Source: Trip Advisor
We stayed 5 nights at the Satri Hotel: truly a remarkable experience. The management responded promptly to email inquires and answered all questions. They walked us through the Lao Visa procedure and were at the airport to pick us up. They provided guides who were professional and helpful. Staff were amazing; food, 5 star. We appreciated the opportunity to leave a 5% tip for ALL staff when making final payment to the hotel our last day.
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