NEW HOTELS IN ASIA

NIHI Rote & Hospitality Academy, Roti Island, Indonesia
NIHI Rote & Hospitality Academy (The Leading Hotels of the World) is the long-awaited opening of NIHI, whose hotel on Sumba has been repeatedly named the best in the world. Located in the far south of Indonesia, it is easily accessible from Sumba and Bali, or from Jakarta by domestic flight, private jet, or helicopter. Situated on one of Roti Island's best beaches, the hotel features 21 traditional-style beach villas, each with a minimum size of 130 square meters, large swimming pools, and personal butler service. The hotel serves local cuisine featuring seasonal farm-to-table produce and seafood. The kilometer-long sandy beach offers tranquil swimming and diving spots. Excellent surf breaks for experienced surfers and quieter spots for beginners are nearby. You can kayak through the picturesque mangrove forests, and experience the Roti way of life on island excursions. If you have enough time, you can combine Roti and Sumba in a single trip. NIHI Rote, the first hotel in Indonesia, has opened a Hospitality Academy on its premises, training local students. It was created with the support of José Ramos-Horta, the current President of East Timor and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

Regent Bali Canggu, Bali
The first luxury Regent hotel in Indonesia has opened on Canggu Beach, a popular surfing destination on the Indian Ocean. Set amidst tropical gardens, 150 rooms and villas are located, including those with direct lagoon access, two-bedroom penthouses, and villas with private pools. The resort boasts restaurants serving Indonesian, Mediterranean, and European cuisine, including one led by Andrew Walsh, the creator of New Irish Cuisine. The brand's first Regent Spa offers restorative and rejuvenating treatments that combine the power of touch, sound, and aroma. Experiences include surfing lessons, an introduction to centuries-old traditions and crafts at Klungkung Palace, lontar (palm leaf) engraving workshops, walks through the UNESCO-protected Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, and a private visit to Tanah Lot Temple, a traditional Melukat purification ritual, and a morning blessing at the hotel's own temple. Begin your vacation with a helicopter transfer to the hotel, enjoying the beauty of Bali along the way.

1 Hotel Tokyo, Tokyo
1 Hotel Tokyo occupies the top floors of the 43-story Akasaka Trust Tower in Akasaka (Minato Ward) in central Tokyo and serves as a base for exploring Ginza, Roppongi, and Shibuya. Like all 1 Hotels, this new Tokyo hotel, with its biophilic design and abundant green spaces, creates the feeling of a retreat in the heart of the metropolis. Its 211 rooms offer views of the Imperial Palace Gardens, Tokyo Tower, and the city skyline. NiNi Restaurant offers a Japanese-inspired take on Southern French cuisine with Provençal herbs and citrus. Dishes are grilled in a Spanish grill oven, ensuring juiciness and flavor. Brunch features a selection of seafood, and the popular rum baba is made with Japanese black tea syrup and orange liqueur instead of rum. Spotted Stone offers over a hundred types of Japanese craft gin, with detailed information on each. The spa, created with the support of Carol Bamford, utilizes British organic cosmetics, Eastern practices, and revitalizing massages inspired by Japanese traditions. All this is complemented by a swimming pool, hammam, and gym.

Fairmont Hanoi, Hanoi
The first Fairmont hotel in Vietnam, Fairmont Hanoi is located in the Old Quarter, within walking distance of picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, the Hanoi Opera House in the French Quarter, and the Red River (Hong Ha). The hotel has 241 rooms, including Fairmont Gold rooms—a so-called "hotel within a hotel" with a private lounge, concierge service, and premium beverages and snacks in an intimate setting. The hotel's restaurants and bars offer Italian, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Pan-Asian cuisine. There's a French bakery and a rooftop lounge bar. The spa (3,500 sq. m) offers Vietnamese wellness traditions, from complete cleansing and renewal using local herbs to stress-relieving rituals with stretching, acupressure, and essential oils. Guests can enjoy thermal treatments, yoga, or fitness classes using innovative equipment, swim in the indoor pool, or enjoy the views from the rooftop pool. Ten event spaces are available, including the Grand Ballroom (1,100 sq. m) for 900 people.