{"id":24627,"date":"2024-09-25T11:27:09","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T10:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/?p=24627"},"modified":"2024-09-25T15:52:43","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T14:52:43","slug":"5-of-the-most-unique-hotels-across-asia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/5-of-the-most-unique-hotels-across-asia\/","title":{"rendered":"5 of the most unique hotels across Asia"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” css=”.vc_custom_1727269606905{padding-top: 60% !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Rascal-1.jpg?id=24646) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=””]You know those corporate internationalised, sanitised, homogenised hotels? They\u2019re everywhere. <\/span>You could be anywhere. They feel like\u2026 nowhere.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bland, brand accommodation. Just, why?<\/span><\/p>\n

Especially when we\u2019ve gone out and tracked down the smartest, chicest, most charming, most atmospheric rooms, retreats, lodges and live-long-in-the-memory stays most travellers can only dream of.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”chino” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

5 of the most unique hotels in ETG’s collection:<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Rascal Voyages, Indonesia<\/h3>\n

These two Indonesian boats are the stuff of legend: seriously. Best described as exclusive floating villas with all the touches of a five-star hotel, they’re both heavenly and promise an absolute adventure. A journey onboard is Asia’s answer to an expedition in the Gal\u00e1pagos or a safari in Africa. Think wild landscapes and paradisical coves all to yourself, only<\/em> accessible by this teeny fleet. Epic animals in the air, on land and beneath the waves. One-off moments \u2013 like sipping a G&T atop the infinity rooftop deck as the sun turns the glassy water around you into molten gold and gazing up at the Milky Way glowing above you as you dine under the stars. You\u2019ll be replaying the magic in your head for years to come. Go on, let your inner rascal out to play…[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”24631″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Speak to our trusty Travel Team to\u00a0be one of the first to <\/span>experience a Rascal voyage<\/span> and see how we can weave it into <\/span>your<\/span> <\/span>Indonesian getaway<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_separator color=”chino” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Uga Chena Huts, Sri Lanka<\/h3>\n

Benefit from 20% off*<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tucked into the wilderness between Yala National Park and the Indian Ocean, this luxury camp has a real sense of place. The sea doubles as a natural watering hole, so it’s not unusual to see wildlife like elephants stopping by for a drink, nearby.<\/span>\u00a0Each thatched \u2018cabin\u2019 (more like a plush pavilion) comes with its own private plunge pool, clean and serene interiors, and top-notch creature comforts. And, the food? It\u2019s worth writing home about, too.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”24634″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Stay here during our\u00a0<\/span><\/i>Slow-Paced Luxury Holiday in Sri Lanka<\/span><\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_separator color=”chino” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Gangtey Lodge, Bhutan<\/h3>\n

You may well have got a feel for this luxurious lodge while watching the current BBC series, Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby<\/em>. In the words of Monica and Rob, this secret farmhouse gives guests a truly unique experience. Take part in immersive excursions on the lodge\u2019s doorstep \u2013 from joining local monks at the Shedra to visiting a traditional farmhouse where butter and cheese is churned every day \u2013 before returning to your retreat and sinking into a Bhutanese hot stone bath. Heaven.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”24637″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Experience this firsthand\u00a0<\/span>on\u00a0<\/span>our<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Luxury Bhutan adventure<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_separator color=”chino” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

BABA Eco Lodge, Thailand<\/h3>\n

This is one of the most exciting picks from our Thailand hotel collection. While the phrase \u201cthe hotel blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings\u201d has become a bit of a travel writing clich\u00e9, it fits the bill for BABA Eco Lodge: perfectly. This unspoiled piece of paradise is made up of just 27 villas: each and every one unique in style and layout. So, whether you\u2019re a family looking to take over a spacious beach house or a couple after a romantic hideaway, you’re going to love it here. It’s off-grid island life at its best.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”24641″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Enjoy a few nights here while exploring <\/span><\/span>Southern <\/span>Thailand\u2019s<\/span> Hidden Gems<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_separator color=”chino” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Chambal Safari Lodge, India<\/h3>\n

While India\u2019s palatial hotels <\/span>tend to <\/span>steal the spotlight, we encourage you to <\/span>set your sights on<\/span> its lesser-<\/span>known<\/span> lodges<\/span> if <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> after a truly one-of-a-kind stay<\/span>. <\/span>One of our <\/span>favourites<\/span> is Chambal Safari Lodge<\/span>: a family-run oasis<\/span> set within untamed <\/span>grounds<\/span> with boat safaris and intriguing c<\/span>ultural experiences (and an impressive eco footprint to boot)<\/span>. Get the inside scoop by watching<\/span> <\/span>our Travel Talks vodcast<\/span><\/span><\/a> where<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>our c<\/span>o-founder, Sam<\/span>,<\/span> chats with<\/span> the affable owner, Anu<\/span>, in situ<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”24643″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Experience the joy of<\/span> staying here on a journey from<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>East to West: Highlights of the Gangetic P<\/span>lain<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/i>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_separator color=”chino” css=””][vc_column_text css=””]*20% off the incredible <\/span>Uga<\/span> Chena Huts for travel between the 1 September 2024-31 October 2025. Offer must be booked before the 31 October 2024. <\/span>Terms and conditions and blackout dates apply.<\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

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TEMPTED TO STAY AT ONE OF THESE UNIQUE HOTELS?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Let’s make it happen! Talk to us on 020 7924 7133<\/span>\r\n \t.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, fill out an online enquiry form to start your journey<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Say no to homogenised hotels. Bland, brand accomodation, Just, why? Especially when we\u2019ve gone out and tracked down the smartest, chicest, most charming retreats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":24632,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1348,1301,62,639,15,13,1344,1427],"tags":[],"coauthors":[923],"class_list":["post-24627","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-across-asia","category-bhutan","category-india","category-indonesia","category-sri-lanka","category-thailand","category-the-etg-take-on-travel","category-travel-inspiration"],"aioseo_notices":[],"views":2100,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24627","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24627"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24627\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24632"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24627"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24627"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24627"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/archive.experiencetravelgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=24627"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}