Panoramic view: check. Spacious bathroom: check. Super-soft bathrobe: check. Most luxury hotels aim to be elevated versions of our homes, but which ones are actually etched in your mind upon check-out? More often than not, the hotels that make a lasting impression are those that encapsulate the essence of a destination but also replicate the warm welcome of home.
Be they in the wilds of the jungle or adjacent to a historic castle, has picked six hotels in Asia that are rooted in their locations, providing a window to another world. These are not your typical five-star hotels—their originality makes them impossible to replicate elsewhere. Some are within easy reach while others are quite a mission to get to, but that’s all part of the fun.