Asia is home to some pretty incredible hotels. In fact, Forbes recently included 18 Singaporean hotels in its Travel Guide Star Awards, and 15 Asian hotels were recognised in the World's 50 Best Hotels list for 2024, with Thailand's Capella Bangkok ranking as the best in the world. And though many of Asia’s best hotels are legacy stalwarts, there are fabulous new hotels opening across Asia all the time. Every year, the travel experts at Smart Travel Asia release their comprehensive report of the travel industry in Asia, and the 2025 edition has just dropped. Wondering which new hotels to add to your bucket list? Read on.
These are the best new hotels in Asia for 2025
1. Dusit Thani Bangkok
Opened in late 2024 in the heart of Bangkok, Dusit Thani blends classic Thai elegance with modern luxury – think lotus-laden interiors and sweeping city views that feel like pure serenity.
2. The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok
A towering new addition to the skyline, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok (which officially opened on December 4, 2024) delivers sleek sophistication, rooftop cocktails, and impeccable service right in the city’s bustling core.
= Raffles Sentosa Singapore
Singapore’s iconic Raffles landed on Sentosa in March of 2025, bringing the brand’s timeless colonial charm to the tropical location: all palm-fringed pools, breezy verandas, and swoon-worthy service.
3. Capella Taipei
Capella Taipei opened in April of 2025 with a whisper of grandeur, nestled in a leafy enclave, offering understated luxury, exceptional spa indulgences, and a tranquil escape from the city buzz.
= Aman Nai Lert, Bangkok
Another April 2025 addition, Aman Nai Lert is a serene oasis tucked away in Bangkok, where heritage meets modern minimalism and every suite feels like a private temple.
4. Raffles at Galaxy Macau
Opening its doors in 2021, Raffles at Galaxy Macau brings the brand’s heritage elegance to the Cotai Strip, pairing grand architecture with glitzy casino-adjacent excitement.
= The Standard, Singapore
Fresh, playful, and thoroughly Instagrammable, The Standard Singapore opened with punchy, art-fuelled energy in June 2025.
= Fairmont Mumbai
Fairmont Mumbai is a stately newcomer blending contemporary luxury with heritage flair, perched perfectly for city and sea adventures alike.
5. Lanson Place Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
A boutique marvel in Hong Kong’s bustling Causeway Bay, Lanson Place charms with sleek apartments, polished service, and a home-away-from-home feeling in the city that never slows.
= Patina Osaka
Patina Osaka is quietly transformative, opening with modern elegance, curated design, and an intimate yet cosmopolitan energy in May of 2025.
= Melia Pattaya Hotel
Melia’s newest Pattaya property – which opened its doors on Valentine’s Day 2025 – is all about sun-soaked beachfront luxury, contemporary interiors, and effortless holiday vibes.
6. COMO Metropolitan Singapore
COMO Metropolitan opened its doors in September 2023, with understated glamour, contemporary Asian accents, and a central Singapore location that makes exploring the city a breeze.
= Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is a soaring jewel in the skyline, combining contemporary style with traditional Malaysian warmth and world-class service.
= Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing
Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, which opened in an historic corner of Beijing in October 2024, is where modern luxury meets imperial charm, perfect for city explorers with a taste for style.
7. Raffles Jaipur
Raffles Jaipur immerses guests in Rajasthan opulence – think palatial architecture, lavish interiors, and the sun-drenched drama of India’s royal heritage. This one opened its doors in July 2024.
= The Ritz-Carlton, Suzhou
Opening along Suzhou’s canals in early 2025, The Ritz-Carlton is sleek, refined, and perfectly poised between tranquil waterscapes and city sophistication.
= Conrad Singapore Orchard
Conrad Singapore Orchard – which opened its doors in late 2023 – delivers urban elegance, rooftop views, and an energy that matches the city’s shopping and dining fever.
= Fairmont Tokyo
Fairmont Tokyo opened in July 2025, combining metropolitan glamour with Japanese minimalism, offering sweeping city panoramas and impeccable hospitality.
8. Artyzen Singapore
Artyzen Singapore – which opened in November 2023 – bursts with vibrant art, playful design, and a lively personality that’s as energetic as it is stylish.
= The Sira, A Luxury Collection Resort and Spa, Lombok
The Sira Lombok, which opened in November 2024, is luxury perfected – dramatic ocean views, understated elegance, and a sense of calm that sweeps through every villa.
= &Beyond Punakha River Lodge
Nestled in Bhutan’s serene Punakha Valley, &Beyond delivers eco-luxe lodges, intimate riverside charm, and unforgettable Himalayan vistas. This one opened in September 2023.
9. Janu Tokyo
Opening its shiny glass doors in March 2024, Janu Tokyo is sleek, modern, and endlessly sophisticated – a city sanctuary with contemporary design, boutique comfort, and stylish energy.
= Shangri-La Phnom Penh
Shangri-La Phnom Penh mixes riverside elegance with Khmer-inspired touches and a cosmopolitan luxury vibe in Cambodia’s buzzing capital.
=Innit Lombok
Innit Lombok is fresh, boutique, and intimate, with tropical minimalism and a relaxed island energy that makes you never want to leave.
10. Hopewell Hotel, Hong Kong
Hopewell Hotel opened in December 2024 with city-smart sophistication, offering sleek rooms, skyline views, and a touch of understated glamour in Kowloon.
= Somewhere Lombok
Somewhere Lombok is pure island bliss – eco-conscious, sun-soaked, and effortlessly chic, perfect for those chasing barefoot freedom. This one opened in 2023 as the brand’s debut property
= The Boathouse Tioman
The Boathouse Tioman – which opened in 2024 – is all about laid-back luxe, overwater serenity, and turquoise waters that make you forget the world exists outside its sun-soaked deck.