New Chiang Mai Hotel adds to boutique offerings
18-room Butterfly Resort located 10 minutes north of town

Located on the Ping River 10 minutes from Chiang Mai’s old town, the Butterfly is an independent resort featuring 18 deluxe rooms and 1 villa suite. The quiet location and spacious garden setting creates a relaxing atmosphere suited for couples or FITs and is winning accolades as being an oasis-like, unpretentious resort. Amenities include a riverside bar and lounge, all-day dining, a lap pool, plunge pool, library and free shuttle service to town. The large rooms have dark wood floors and furniture accented by local textiles and wifi internet is available throughout the property.

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Located in the town of Hpa An in Kayin State, the 24-room Zwekabin Hotel offers the area’s best accommodation. The hotel is situated near its namesake, Mt Zwekabin, and offers a convenient base for exploring the natural and cultural sites of the Kayin State. The twin and double rooms are housed in villa-like buildings with expansive balconies from which to enjoy the views and feature televisions, en-suite bathrooms and ample space. The staff are helpful and welcoming and an on-site restaurant serves local specialties and some international dishes. Click here to download the hotel fact sheet. The hotel details can be viewed here. Zwekabin Hotel also makes a great base for our Hidden Treasure of Myanmar: Mawlamein and Hpa An tour. To view program details, click here.

Recently opened in downtown Bangkok, the Glow Trinity Silom Hotel is situated a short stroll to the Chong Nonsi BTS Station with easy accessibility to the city’s business, shopping and entertainment districts. The 104 rooms include Superior, Deluxe, Junior Suite and Executive Suite categories. The hotel boasts of in-room Wi-Fi access, a Thai restaurant and Japanese tapas restaurant. Guests also have complimentary access to the rooftop pool, gym and sauna facilities in the adjacent Trinity Complex. Click here to view the hotel factsheet. More hotel details can be viewed here.

In Siem Reap, Hotel de la Paix has created a new dining option in the Cambodian countryside. Guests will enjoy a romantic dinner of Khmer barbequed specialities in a traditional gazebo while a team of chefs and waiters is at-hand to provide personalized service. Priced at USD 300 for two, the package includes a tuk tuk transfer (return by private car), a Khmer barbeque dinner, champagne on arrival and a bottle of wine from the hotel’s wine list. This unique dinner experience can be included as an option in Exotissimo’s Angkor Romantic Escape, a 3 Days / 2 Nights program specially designed for couples in mind. Click here to view the program details.

Two charming boutique hotels have recently opened in Phnom Penh, adding to the growing hotel collection in the Cambodian capital.

Located just round the corner from the Royal Palace, the 18-room Mysteres & Mekong is an inviting boutique property set in a restored colonial villa in the center of the city. Surrounded by gardens in a quiet neighborhood, Mysteres & Mekong offers a calming escape from the city and boasts ample amenities including a swimming pool, wireless internet and in-room satellite television. The spacious rooms and relaxing atmosphere make Mysteres & Mekong a good base for travelers of all types and with cots and connecting rooms available, families are also welcome at this property. For more hotel information, click here. To download the hotel fact sheet, click here.

River 108 is a stylish boutique hotel situated right by the bustling riverfront of Phnom Penh. Overlooking the Tonle Sap River, each of the 12 rooms features art-deco interiors with modern amenities including free wireless internet and large flatscreen TV. The property boasts a café and a restaurant next door, while several popular markets, restaurants and bars lie within walking distance. For travelers looking for a stylish stay in the heart of the city, River 108 is an ideal option. For more information, click here. To download the hotel fact sheet, click here.

Opened last December, Medallion Hanoi Hotel is recommended for mid-budget FITs. Centrally located in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, the Medallion boasts easy accessibility to other attractions in the city. The 64 rooms and suites feature an intimate, cozy atmosphere with darkwood furnishings, parquet flooring and white linens. All guestrooms are equipped with multi-channel satellite LCD televisions, DVDs, shower/bathtub combinations and free Wi-Fi internet access. Click here to view the hotel details.

Only accessible by boat, the 4 Rivers Ecolodge offers nature lovers a touch of rugged luxury in Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains. The 19 floating, tented bungalows feature panoramic views of the Tatai River and its surroundings and the spacious interiors are equipped with modern conveniences. 4 Rivers also features a floating pool, fabulous restaurant and well-stocked bar as well as activities such as kayaking and nature walks. With a strong commitment to environmental preservation, the lodge was crafted from eco-friendly materials and employs local residents. Click here to view the hotel details.

The Apsara in Luang Prabang has added a new building to its property, increasing its existing room collection with nine new suites. The suites are spacious with verandas that overlook the Nam Khan River. The Apsara is a boutique hotel located on Kingkitsarath Road. Click here to view the hotel details.

Vientiane’s newest property Le Leela Hotel is suitable for FITs and families. The property is set in low-rise traditional Lao style buildings with 15 guestrooms and a Thai restaurant. It is located on a quiet street near the city center. More details about Le Leela can be viewed here.

La Veranda Resort and Spa on Phu Quoc Island recently joined the MGallery collection of hotels, making it the first property in Vietnam to be part of this upscale hospitality chain. In addition, Exotissimo is now offering a 10% discount on stays at the newly re-branded La Veranda Resort. Click here to view the promotion and hotel details.