A shiny new hotel is a good a reason as any to book a plane ticket. And in 2025, there are many new properties popping up from Japan to Cambodia to tempt the discerning traveller. We're excited about the hotels on this list for a couple of reasons: some feature the debut of well-respected luxury chains in new (and often, unique) locations, all have outstanding design, amenities and experiences rooted in local culture and traditions, and most have a strong wellness offering – because hey, we all need a little pampering in this fast-paced day and age.
Get your calendars open to plan your holidays – here's our pick of Asia's most anticipated hotel openings for 2025.
1. Rosewood Miyakojima
Forget Tokyo and Kyoto. This 2025, discover an unseen side of Japan on the remote Ryukyu Islands in Okinawa, which will soon be home to Rosewood’s first Japanese property. Rosewood Miyakojima will have 55 guest rooms overlooking the pristine Oura Bay, with architecture and experiences designed to immerse you in the region’s unique culture. Learn calligraphy from a local artist, snorkel over coral reefs, and feast on exquisite meals built around locally sourced ingredients at the resort's four dining venues. Rosewood Miyakojima will also have a beachside infinity pool, an Asaya Spa, a yoga studio, and fitness centre to round out a heavenly stay.
Rosewood Miyakojima opens on March 1. It’s now accepting reservations here.
2. Raffles Sentosa Singapore
The iconic Raffles Singapore has a new sibling. Raffles Sentosa Singapore debuts on March 1 as Singapore’s first all-villa resort. This swanky new place ditches the colonial-era vibe for something that whispers more ‘tropical wellness getaway’. Perched on a hilltop on the southern fringe of Sentosa Island, the new property boasts 62 villas, all with a private pool and outdoor terrace for maximum lounging. Need more of an intervention to truly destress? Swing by the spa and its 13 treatment rooms for a holistic pampering sesh. Eat and drink your fill at five on-site restaurants serving everything from mod-Italian to omakase – you’ll be hungry after your frolic on the nearby Tanjong Beach or a couple of hole-in-ones at Sentosa Golf Club.
Raffles Sentosa Singapore is now accepting reservations here.
3. Aman Nai Lert Bangkok
Leave it to Aman to find an intimate retreat in the heart of Thailand’s frenetic capital. Aman Nai Lert Bangkok, the luxury brand’s third foray into an urban setting, is located in the tranquil Nai Lert Park. Inspired by Nai Lert Heritage Home, the former residence of a local hospitality tycoon, the property has 52 spacious suites converging on a majestic Sompong tree. Enjoy sweeping city views from floor-to-ceiling windows and carefully curated antiques and artisan pieces on every corner. True to the Aman brand, guests can also look forward to luxe amenities like an infinity pool, an open-air terrace exclusive to Aman Club Founders, and even a medical clinic in the Aman Spa & Wellness Centre run by Hertitude Clinic.
Aman Nai Lert Bangkok opens on April 2.
4. Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree
When you crave time away from Singapore's glass and concrete facades, head to Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. Part of the sprawling Mandai Wildlife Reserve, this new hotel offers luxe treehouse accommodations overlooking the glassy waters of Upper Seletar Reservoir. 314 rooms and suites are also available for couples and families looking for a cosier getaway. They're all decked out in charming rainforest and wildlife elements too, to tie in with the resort's unique locale. A stay at Mandai Rainforest Reserve comes with perks that will please the most die-hard animal lovers: special rates, exclusive wildlife encounters and tours at the nearby zoos. Exhausted from a day of juggling the kids? Book in at Banyan Tree Spa for a rejuvenating session in nature.
Mandai Rainforest Resort is now accepting reservations here.
5. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
How about a stay atop the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific? That's what you get at Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, a 252-room luxury hotel occupying the top floors of Merdeka 118. Even this high up, there's no forgetting where you are – batik, songket, and wood-carved motifs in the contemporary-style rooms serve as visual reminders of Malaysian culture. Impressive amenities include a jaw-dropping 25-metre infinity pool on the 99th floor surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows. For some sky-high relaxation, hit up the spa sanctuary for massages, facials and body treatments – it also offers holistic wellness facilities like aromatherapy steam rooms and vitality pools.
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur opens in September. It's now accepting reservations here.
6. JATI Resort Koh Russey
Travel in 2025 is all about offbeat destinations sans the tourist crowd. So, how about a remote private island experience? JATI, a private island resort experience on Koh Russey, is just a 10-minute speedboat ride off Cambodia’s southern coast, bringing you to the resort’s 82 Khmer-inspired one- and two-bedroom villas. If we were you, we’d spring for the ones with private pools right on the beach. Active travellers can play tennis, pickleball, Thai boxing, and more at the racquet and sports club, or enjoy the great outdoors with a hike or paddle in the sea. After sunset, unwind beachside at clubs, wine bars, and restaurants.
JATI Resort Koh Russey opens in March.
7. Namia River Retreat
Have you heard that Vietnam is the world’s top trending spa destination for 2025? The Southeast Asian country has wellness spas and retreats aplenty – and there’s now one more to add to the list. Namia River Retreat opened in December 2024 on a peaceful islet overlooking the Thu Bon River, just a short bicycle ride from Hoi An. Here, you can sink into traditional Southern Vietnamese herbology wellness therapies – think hammams using fresh, local herbs, Dien Chan facial reflexology, and Vietnamese massage, cupping, and acupressure. Embark on specially curated cultural experiences or retreat to your private pool villa to cap your restorative stay at Namia River Retreat.
Namia River Retreat is now open. Book here.
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