Surabaya, Indonesia
Hotel Majapahit Surabaya – MGallery Collection
One of the most atmospheric heritage hotels in Indonesia
Often seen around €70–€120 outside peak dates
Regional value guide
Asia is the strongest region in the current collection because the best cities combine serious hotel comfort, rich destination appeal, and nightly rates that remain far below many Western luxury markets.
Last updated: 31 May 2026
Prices vary by date, taxes, room type, and cancellation policy. Always check the final rate before booking.
Affordable luxury works best when hotel quality, destination appeal, and local pricing move in the traveller’s favour. In Asia, the strongest hotels tend to sit in cities where international-standard comfort or distinctive local character costs less than it would in more saturated luxury markets.
The right approach is to compare the hotel against its local market, then ask whether the place itself justifies the trip. A good rate is useful only when the destination, location, and hotel reality all hold together.
Five-star labels vary by country and booking platform, so recent reviews and room-category details matter.
Domestic holidays can move prices quickly, especially in Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Surabaya, Indonesia
One of the most atmospheric heritage hotels in Indonesia
Often seen around €70–€120 outside peak dates
Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Excellent location on Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, within reach of Malioboro
Often seen around €65–€110 outside peak dates
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
One of Southeast Asia's great colonial-era hotel restorations
Often seen around €110–€175 outside peak dates
Bangkok, Thailand
Calm garden setting as a genuine retreat from Bangkok's intensity
Often seen around €90–€160 outside peak dates
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Well-positioned for Angkor Archaeological Park visits
Often seen around €55–€95 outside peak dates
Solo, Indonesia
Rich Javanese heritage identity and royal history connection
Often seen around €60–€100 outside peak dates
Hue, Vietnam
Strong location near the Perfume River and Imperial City
Often seen around €55–€90 outside peak dates
Jakarta, Indonesia
Restored colonial-era building in the upscale Menteng neighbourhood
Often seen around €90–€155 outside peak dates
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Full international Hyatt Regency standard in Central Asia
Often seen around €100–€175 outside peak dates
Nha Trang, Vietnam
Coastal setting with sea views in Vietnam's main beach resort city
Often seen around €50–€85 outside peak dates
Makati, Philippines
Strong design identity in Manila's most upscale district
Often seen around €85–€150 outside peak dates
| # | Hotel | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hotel Majapahit Surabaya – MGallery Collection Surabaya, Indonesia | 91 |
| 2 | The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta – Handwritten Collection Yogyakarta, Indonesia | 89 |
| 3 | The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 87 |
| 4 | The Raweekanlaya Bangkok Wellness Cuisine Resort Bangkok, Thailand | 85 |
| 6 | Angkor Aurora Siem Reap, Cambodia | 83 |
| 7 | The Royal Surakarta Heritage – Handwritten Collection Solo, Indonesia | 82 |
| 10 | Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel & Spa Hue, Vietnam | 80 |
| 11 | The Hermitage, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Jakarta Jakarta, Indonesia | 80 |
| 12 | Hyatt Regency Tashkent Tashkent, Uzbekistan | 79 |
| 15 | Boton Blue Hotel & Spa Nha Trang, Vietnam | 76 |
| 16 | I'M Hotel Makati Makati, Philippines | 75 |