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Lonely PlanetSep 28

13 Hotels in Asia That We Can't Stop Recommending

From traditional Japanese ryokans to luxurious tented villas in Bhutan, these are the hotels in Asia we can’t stop recommending.

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ThotalagalaHotelRestored planter's bungalow from around 1870.
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Pemako PunakhaHotelPunakha Valley, BhutanSecluded resort with 21 luxe tented villas and a heated pool.
White LotusPlacePhuket, ThailandFilmed season three in these villas.
Jardin du MekongHotelMekong Delta, VietnamDreamy homestay with winding gardens and a cooking class.
Kimpton Tsim Sha TsuiHotelHong KongLargest Kimpton with Victoria Harbour views and a rooftop bar.
Swim ClubRestaurantHong KongPoolside rooftop bar with harbor views.
JIJARestaurantHong KongServes upscale Yunnan and Guizhou cuisine.
Upper HouseHotelChengdu, ChinaMix of renovated traditional Chinese facade and modern rooms.
Taikoo LiNeighborhoodChengdu, ChinaUpscale shopping district with buzzy shops and restaurants.
Hai Tien LoRestaurantSingaporeExtravagant vegetarian multi-course spread.
Budget-friendly accommodationHotelKyoto, JapanHot spring spa with pools of various temperatures.
Pink Pearl by Olivier E.RestaurantPhu Quoc, VietnamFine dining French restaurant.
Pobitora Wildlife SanctuarySightAssam, IndiaShort drive from the hotel, home to rhinos.
Nobu By the BeachRestaurantDubai, United Arab EmiratesHotel restaurant serving truffle, caviar, and gold leaf.
Akan Yuku no Sato TsurugaHotelHokkaido, Japan

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Lonely PlanetAug 20

18 things to do in Sri Lanka and the best way to do them

See the best of Sri Lanka with our pick of the island

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Eco Lodge HaputaleHotelFamily-operated campsite with tea garden walks.
Cliff LodgeHotelOff-grid lodge with glass pods for stargazing.
Mint of the MistRestaurantRestaurant run by sons and their mum.
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Wilpattu National ParkSightNorthwest Sri Lanka, Sri LankaResponsible operator Leopard Trails offers conscientious safaris.
Leopard TrailsPlaceNorthwest Sri Lanka, Sri LankaResponsible operator for conscientious safaris in Wilpattu.
Mannar IslandSightMannar, Sri LankaFlamingo season attracts thousands of greater flamingos.
PidurangalaSightSigiriya, Sri LankaClimb at 5am for sunrise over Sigiriya rock fortress.
Kaudulla National ParkSightHabarana, Sri LankaIt was designated a national park on April 1, 2002, becoming the 15th such area on the island.
Minneriya National ParkSightHabarana, Sri LankaThe area was designated as a national park on 12 August 1997, having been originally declared as a wildlife sanctuary…
Jetwing Vil UyanaHotelSigiriya, Sri LankaOffers nighttime jungle walks to spot slender loris.
Gan Duwa IslandSightKoggala, Sri LankaVisit to learn about Ceylon Cinnamon production.
Little Adam’s PeakTrailElla, Sri LankaShorter, popular hike for sunrise views.
Cafe ChillRestaurantElla, Sri LankaPopular cafe in Ella.
Flying RavanaPlaceElla, Sri LankaOffers zip-lining trips.
Pekoe TrailTrailElla, Sri LankaSri Lanka’s longest walking route through tea gardens.
Nine Arch BridgeSightElla, Sri LankaArchitectural marvel near Ella.
Palmyrah RestaurantRestaurantColombo, Sri LankaFine dining in Colombo serving savory and sweet hoppers.
Renuka HotelHotelColombo, Sri LankaHome to Palmyrah Restaurant.
Aunty Radhika's hopper stallRestaurantColombo, Sri LankaPopular stall for hoppers in Wellawatta.
Thevshi Kutty HoppersRestaurantJaffna, Sri LankaSmall spot for Jaffna-style appam.
Bundala National ParkSightHambantota, Sri LankaRamsar-recognized park, excellent for bird-watching.
Bundala Safari with SrimalPlaceHambantota, Sri LankaTour operator for 4WD safaris in Bundala National Park.
Kalametiya Bird SanctuarySightHambantota, Sri LankaBoat trip recommended in the evening.
Nanu OyaSightNuwara Eliya, Sri LankaTrain station for scenic journeys to Ella.

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