Asia's Newest, Hottest Resorts

It's been two years since we've felt powdery soft sand in between our toes. If, like us, you're hankering for a bona fide beach holiday, pack your bags pronto. We've rounded up the newest beach-side resorts in Asia.

- Karishma Tulsidas

The Hyatt Regency Koh Samui in Thailand is one of the newest resorts in Asia that has us reaching for our passports.

The Family-Friendly Escape

The resort is located within the buzzing Chaweng area.

HYATT KOH SAMUI, THAILAND

EVERY SPOT OFFERS A PANORAMIC SIGHT OF THE OCEAN.

WHERE Sitting at the intersection of lush tropical rainforests and expansive blue seas, the Hyatt Regency Koh Samui offers a private sanctuary in the heart of North Chaweng, Koh Samui.

THE LOW-DOWN The 140-key resort is nestled amid 600 protected Yang Na and coconut trees, and has been designed thoughtfully to incorporate elements of nature. The horse-shoe-shaped layout of the hotel ensures that each room faces the sea from its floor-to-ceiling French windows, making for a splendid way to wake up every morning. The resort offers a number of cuisines to satiate different taste buds, from Yangna Cuisine’s Thai-friendly bites to Sesun Grill Beach & Bar’s Mediterranean fare. If nothing catches your fancy, fret not – the hotel is conveniently located in Chaweng, which is known for its wide array of restaurants and bars.

Quirky elements accentuate the design.

THE RESORT HAS PLENTY OF INSTAGRAM-FRIENDLY CORNERS, ESPECIALLY AT THE POOLS.