Asia’s hot list: 22 luxurious new hotels opening in 2018

By Kate Springer, CNN
Updated 9:44 PM EST, Thu January 18, 2018
<strong>Morpheus, Macau: </strong>When it comes to Macau hotels, the rule is "the bigger, the better." And while Morpheus, at the City of Dreams on the Cotai Strip, will indeed be huge, this hotel is more about quality rather than quantity.
Morpheus, Macau: When it comes to Macau hotels, the rule is "the bigger, the better." And while Morpheus, at the City of Dreams on the Cotai Strip, will indeed be huge, this hotel is more about quality rather than quantity.
From Morpheus
<strong>Morpheus, Macau</strong>: One of the last projects designed by acclaimed architect Zaha Hadid, who passed away in 2016, Morpheus swirls above the territory's skyline like something from another galaxy. Brimming with 780 rooms, suites and "sky villas," the hotel is home to an infinity pool on the 40th floor, two sky bridges and an entire floor of food and beverage outlets from Alain Ducasse.
Morpheus, Macau: One of the last projects designed by acclaimed architect Zaha Hadid, who passed away in 2016, Morpheus swirls above the territory's skyline like something from another galaxy. Brimming with 780 rooms, suites and "sky villas," the hotel is home to an infinity pool on the 40th floor, two sky bridges and an entire floor of food and beverage outlets from Alain Ducasse.
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<strong>Amanyangyun, Shanghai, China:</strong> It's not every day that a hotel relocates a 10,000-tree camphor forest and an ancient village across China in order to preserve a piece of the past. But that's exactly what happened with Amanyangun.
Amanyangyun, Shanghai, China: It's not every day that a hotel relocates a 10,000-tree camphor forest and an ancient village across China in order to preserve a piece of the past. But that's exactly what happened with Amanyangun.
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<strong>Amanyangyun, Shanghai, China: </strong>The<strong> </strong>latest Aman property is located just outside of Shanghai and has been about 15 years in the making. The hotel's camphor tree forest and Ming- and Qing-Dynasty structures were relocated from Jiangxi, about 435 miles away, in order to preserve them in the face of development.
Amanyangyun, Shanghai, China: The latest Aman property is located just outside of Shanghai and has been about 15 years in the making. The hotel's camphor tree forest and Ming- and Qing-Dynasty structures were relocated from Jiangxi, about 435 miles away, in order to preserve them in the face of development.
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<strong>Amanyangyun, Shanghai, China: </strong>Designed by Kerry Hill Architects, the 26 cottages have been modernized to balance old and new, including both antique carvings and private courtyards alongside private pools and Jacuzzis.
Amanyangyun, Shanghai, China: Designed by Kerry Hill Architects, the 26 cottages have been modernized to balance old and new, including both antique carvings and private courtyards alongside private pools and Jacuzzis.
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<strong>Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia: </strong>Prolific resort designer Bill Bensley has teamed up with a long list of eco partners to introduce his first-ever tented camp inside a dedicated wildlife sanctuary.
Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia: Prolific resort designer Bill Bensley has teamed up with a long list of eco partners to introduce his first-ever tented camp inside a dedicated wildlife sanctuary.
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<strong>Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia: </strong>Set inside Southern Cardamom National Park -- between Kirirom, Bokor and Cardamom national parks in southern Cambodia -- the nature getaway has just 15 tents.
Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia: Set inside Southern Cardamom National Park -- between Kirirom, Bokor and Cardamom national parks in southern Cambodia -- the nature getaway has just 15 tents.
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<strong>Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia: </strong>In terms of interiors, it's all about old-world safari vibes, evidenced by the clawfoot tubs, handmade textiles, outdoor showers and private verandas overlooking a rushing river.
Shinta Mani Wild, Cambodia: In terms of interiors, it's all about old-world safari vibes, evidenced by the clawfoot tubs, handmade textiles, outdoor showers and private verandas overlooking a rushing river.
Krishna Adithya Prajogo
<strong>Six Senses Bhutan: </strong>Coming this August, the new Six Senses Bhutan isn't just one hotel -- it's five distinct lodges built across the country's majestic Himalayan mountain communities.
Six Senses Bhutan: Coming this August, the new Six Senses Bhutan isn't just one hotel -- it's five distinct lodges built across the country's majestic Himalayan mountain communities.
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<strong>Six Senses Bhutan: </strong>With 82 guest suites and villas in total, Six Senses Bhutan is meant to be an experiential journey. Travelers are encouraged to stay a few nights in each destination -- Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Bumthang and Paro -- to soak up the diverse surrounds, architecture and local culture.
Six Senses Bhutan: With 82 guest suites and villas in total, Six Senses Bhutan is meant to be an experiential journey. Travelers are encouraged to stay a few nights in each destination -- Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Bumthang and Paro -- to soak up the diverse surrounds, architecture and local culture.
Six Senses Bhutan
<strong>The Murray, Hong Kong</strong>: Touching down in early 2018, The Murray is one of the most anticipated hotels of the year. Designed by Foster + Partners, the hotel has renovated a colonial-era heritage building in the heart of Hong Kong's Central district.
The Murray, Hong Kong: Touching down in early 2018, The Murray is one of the most anticipated hotels of the year. Designed by Foster + Partners, the hotel has renovated a colonial-era heritage building in the heart of Hong Kong's Central district.
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<strong>The Murray, Hong Kong</strong>: In the 336 rooms, amenities include all-marble bathrooms, harbor views, herringbone wood floors and a muted palette with glamorous bronze accents.
The Murray, Hong Kong: In the 336 rooms, amenities include all-marble bathrooms, harbor views, herringbone wood floors and a muted palette with glamorous bronze accents.
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<strong>Rosewood Luang Prabang, Laos:</strong> In early 2018, Rosewood Luang Prabang will open its doors in the wilderness outside of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's about as glamorous as "glamping" gets: Guests will have a choice of 23 suites and villas.
Rosewood Luang Prabang, Laos: In early 2018, Rosewood Luang Prabang will open its doors in the wilderness outside of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's about as glamorous as "glamping" gets: Guests will have a choice of 23 suites and villas.
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<strong>Waldorf Astoria Bangkok:</strong> Southeast Asia's first Waldorf Astoria is coming to Bangkok, making its debut on the banks of buzzing Ratchadamri Road.
Waldorf Astoria Bangkok: Southeast Asia's first Waldorf Astoria is coming to Bangkok, making its debut on the banks of buzzing Ratchadamri Road.
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<strong>Waldorf Astoria Bangkok:</strong> The 171-room address will spoil guests with some of the largest hotel rooms in the city, starting at 540 square feet.
Waldorf Astoria Bangkok: The 171-room address will spoil guests with some of the largest hotel rooms in the city, starting at 540 square feet.
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<strong>COMO Uma Canggu, Bali, Indonesia: </strong>If you've always wanted to learn to surf but can't handle a back-to-basics surf camp, then COMO Uma Canggu might be just for you. The luxury Bali address, just northwest of Seminyak, is part-beach club, part-surf club, part-spa sanctuary ... Think of it as a wellness getaway with a side of adrenaline.
COMO Uma Canggu, Bali, Indonesia: If you've always wanted to learn to surf but can't handle a back-to-basics surf camp, then COMO Uma Canggu might be just for you. The luxury Bali address, just northwest of Seminyak, is part-beach club, part-surf club, part-spa sanctuary ... Think of it as a wellness getaway with a side of adrenaline.
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<strong>COMO Uma Canggu, Bali, Indonesia: </strong>Health-conscious travelers will also appreciate the daily fitness sessions, holistic therapies and juice bar.
COMO Uma Canggu, Bali, Indonesia: Health-conscious travelers will also appreciate the daily fitness sessions, holistic therapies and juice bar.
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<strong>SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Thailand:</strong> Opening in two phases, beginning in January, SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort provides a high-end option on the sandy shores of popular Chaweng Beach in Koh Samui.
SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Thailand: Opening in two phases, beginning in January, SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort provides a high-end option on the sandy shores of popular Chaweng Beach in Koh Samui.
From SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort
<strong>SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Thailand: </strong>Rather than going the traditional Thai route, the modern resort glows in the sun -- all clean white decor and contemporary styles.
SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Thailand: Rather than going the traditional Thai route, the modern resort glows in the sun -- all clean white decor and contemporary styles.
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<strong>The Heritage Hotel Kempinski Yangon, Myanmar: </strong>Set inside the 1920s New Law Courts building, once home to many a grand gala, this five-year-long restoration project will open this spring on Strand Road, Yangon's major thoroughfare.
The Heritage Hotel Kempinski Yangon, Myanmar: Set inside the 1920s New Law Courts building, once home to many a grand gala, this five-year-long restoration project will open this spring on Strand Road, Yangon's major thoroughfare.
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<strong>Anantara Quy Nhon Villas, Vietnam: </strong>Coming up in mid-2018, Anantara Quy Nhon Villas will stretch across a quiet beach in southern Vietnam, between Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An. The 25-villa property will have everything you need for a lazy escape or an action-packed getaway, including a gym, spa, pool, watersports and more.
Anantara Quy Nhon Villas, Vietnam: Coming up in mid-2018, Anantara Quy Nhon Villas will stretch across a quiet beach in southern Vietnam, between Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An. The 25-villa property will have everything you need for a lazy escape or an action-packed getaway, including a gym, spa, pool, watersports and more.
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