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    Cathay Members’ Choice Awards

    Cathay Members’ Choice Awards 2025: Asia’s ultimate resort getaway

    From jungle camps to private islands, these remote resorts promise true escapism
    By Cathay
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    Woman sitting on a terrace balcony holding a cup, against a jungle backdrop outside her hotel room.
    Credit: Creativaimage/Getty Images

    Welcome to the Cathay Members’ Choice Awards. Our annual awards celebrate the very best in travel, dining and lifestyle – as voted for by you, our global community of members.

    After receiving tens of thousands of votes, we’re thrilled to share which incredible property you voted to be Asia’s ultimate resort getaway, as well as the four nominees that made it to the shortlist. 

    Not a member yet? Join now to unlock a world of benefits, rewards and experiences – and get the chance to vote in next year’s awards. 

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    An outdoor pool, sandwiched between two walkways decorated with red lounge chairs at Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape, overlooks a lush jungle in Bali.
    Light streams onto a massage table in Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape in Bali.

    Winner: Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape, Bali, Indonesia 

    Immerse yourself in the lush splendour of Bali at Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape . Constructed with a “no doors, no walls” concept, the villas have an open design and spacious decks that offer unbeatable views of the majestic mountains. Bolstering the hotel’s green credentials, its restaurant Open Kitchen features a plant-based, farm-to-table menu.  

     “Whether it’s Phuket or Bali, Banyan Tree Escapes offer the best in luxury, sustainably minded hospitality.” - Edward Bell 

    Shortlisted nominees

    A stretch of white sand and blue waters on Amanpulo’s private island in the Philippines

    Amanpulo, Palawan, The Philippines

    Located on a private island in the remote Cuyo Archipelago, Amanpulo is a paradise of white sand and crystal-clear waters. Daily snorkeling trips are the perfect way to explore the island’s colourful reefs, while yoga classes and spa treatments keep your mind and body in balance. Villas come with private pools as well as a personal chef and butler to attend to your every need.

    A couple sit on the edge of an infinity pool in Nihi Sumba in Indonesia, overlooking a beach covered in horses

    Nihi Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

    This resort on the remote coast of Sumba Island is the definition of barefoot luxury, with rustic thatched-roof villas in the local architectural style. While the activities on offer include surfing, hiking and mountain biking, what sets Nihi Sumba apart is its herd of horses, which guests can ride through the surf for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  

    Aerial view of The Surin in Phuket and its pool overlooking the coastline

    The Surin, Phuket, Thailand

    Proof that you don’t need to travel far to find a slice of heaven, The Surin promises a serene getaway on Phuket’s western coast. One of Phuket’s first luxury resorts, the property enjoys an enviable location on secluded Pansea Beach. Its beachfront suites have direct access to the turquoise waters, while hillside cottages promise privacy among the lush foliage. 

    Lounge chairs and recliners ring a swimming pool in Wild Coast Tented Lodge in Yala, Sri Lanka

    Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Yala, Sri Lanka

    Wild Coast Tented Lodge brings luxury living to the Sri Lankan jungle. Cocoon-shaped abodes look out onto private pools or watering holes that invite local wildlife to your doorstep. The tented lodges have an elevated, safari-chic ambience, and are equipped with canopied beds and copper bathtubs for relaxing in style. 

    Credit: Devaka Seneviratne

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