One of the highlights of the Lunar New Year holiday that city dwellers look forward to is escaping to exotic and exotic locations. But like all good things in life, the prospects for vacation travel during this time also come with a number of negative factors, including high costs, availability issues, and crowded crowds. please do not worry. There are plenty of luxury hotels near Singapore that are off-the-beaten track and perfect for a little luxury holiday getaway. Here are five close-to-home yet otherworldly nearby destinations that are perfect for a quick getaway from Singapore this Lunar New Year.
Best destinations for short Chinese New Year holidays from Singapore
kuala lumpur
Only an hour’s flight away, most people will find Malaysia’s capital too close for comfort and lacking in holiday charm. That may have been true a few years ago, but today Kuala Lumpur has once again seen a spurt in development and has just added some pretty impressive hardware to the city’s grid. It’s a great vacation destination from Singapore, especially if you’re traveling to the New World of China. period of years. The most impressive new addition to Kuala Lumpur’s cityscape is the 679-meter-tall Merdeka 118, the tallest building in Southeast Asia and his second tallest building in the world.
Previous record holders Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower also dominate the skyline. In addition to the highly Instagrammable scenery, visitors can also indulge in some shopping at the city’s many malls. Kuala Lumpur is full of traditional gourmet spots in its old alleyways and quaint neighborhoods. For newcomers, Kuala Lumpur always has something familiar and delicious to add to the list.
where to stay
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is one of the city’s oldest and most luxurious luxury hotels, perfect for leisure or business. Due to its proximity to KLCC, this area offers many conveniences for exploring downtown, even though it is one of the most exclusive areas in the city. With six restaurants serving Cantonese, local and international cuisine, a decadent club lounge with exemplary service, and a full-service luxury spa, MO KL is truly a self-contained retreat in its own right. is.
Opened in 2018, Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur is a luxury hotel in the city center adjacent to Pavilion Mall with just 55 rooms and suites. The most attractive features here are the luxurious and generously sized rooms and suites, some with unique features such as bathtubs in front of the bed. All rooms are designed with walls of floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views. Vertigo here is a popular rooftop spot with great views of the city. A hospitality group with wellness at its core, the Banyan Tree Spa here is a decadent treat, especially after the bitter cold of the holiday season.
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, the modern incarnation of the former Mataram Sultanate, is the cultural center of modern Java and is historically home to the Sailendra and Sanjaya dynasties, which produced magnificent heritage complexes such as Borobudur and Prambanan. It is the birthplace of ancient times such as dynasties. Easy access from the city. Yogyakarta also has some late heritage palaces and grand colonial buildings. In recent years, parts of the city have been developed into trendy art enclaves, with irresistible street art spilling out on the walls of old buildings, adding vibrancy to the old town.
where to stay
One of the city’s most luxurious hotels, the Royal Ambarkumo Hotel was built on the royal grounds adjacent to the villa of Sultan Hamenku Buwono VII in Yogyakarta. This villa was the official residence of the late ruler after his abdication in 1921. A thoroughly modern hotel designed by a Japanese architect. The building was built in his 1964 year and features comfortable rooms and suites, as well as monumental mosaic art walls that continue to enchant visitors today. Taking royal traditions seriously, guests at this hotel can experience royal traditions such as patehan, royal afternoon tea, jamparingan (traditional archery), and ladsandahar (royal Javanese his rai shuttafel). You can enjoy it to the fullest. All of this is staged with royal pomp and is attended by a battalion of “royals.” Attendant’.
Garrya is an emerging hotel brand by Banyan Tree Group, located in smaller cities with historic charm. Galiya Bianti Yogyakarta may be inexplicably parked in a nondescript spot along the outskirts of Yogyakarta, but that’s also its biggest attraction. It’s an intimate urban escape in an unexpected location that disappears as quickly as it appears. The facility may be small, but there’s no shortage of things to see.
All villas are spacious and come with a private pool. The resort has a lap pool, cafe, gym, spa, and restaurant that, in our opinion, serves some of the best local cuisine in the entire country. Don’t just take our word for it. Taste the sensational crispy duck or grilled ribs to find out the truth.
jakarta
Jakarta may not be at the top of the average traveler’s wish list. Too much pollution, too many people, too crowded. But unknown to many, Jakarta is also home to some of the best luxury hotels in the region, and the glow these hospitality gems give off counteracts much of the city’s dark side. can do. Just 60 minutes from Singapore and with daily scheduled flights, it’s perfect for a short Lunar New Year break. Arrival and departure times should be carefully arranged to avoid morning and evening traffic jams.
where to stay
The latest high-profile Park Hyatt to open in Indonesia’s capital is, in fact, the most sophisticated and luxuriously built Park Hyatt this continent has ever seen. Some may point to the slightly far-from-the-center location as a negative point, but bearing in mind that the nearby Menteng district is probably the city’s most exclusive district, a holiday here is doubly so. It’s gorgeous.
While the main attraction of this hotel is its design and atmosphere, the dining and recreational options are equally enjoyable. Kita serves some of the city’s most delicious Japanese cuisine, while Park Hyatt’s spa offers some of the city’s best treatments in suites, cemented as the ultimate wellness haven.
Up until its entrance at Park Hyatt, Langham Jakarta was the city’s brightest debutante, a lily-white hospitality confection infused with abundant light, stunning views, and extraordinary elegance. There is an amazing variety of dining options here, with Tom’s offering British cuisine, Alice serving French cuisine, Morimoto serving Japanese cuisine, and Tang Court serving his four cuisines under one roof. The latter is the crowning glory of this establishment’s FnB accomplishments, and the Cantonese cuisine in its fine dining restaurant is extremely delicious and worth a trip to Jakarta. Chuan Spa is also the perfect destination for vacationers seeking rest and relaxation in luxurious and intimate treatment suites.
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is the commercial center of southern Vietnam, and most travelers visit the city for business purposes. Over the past decade, this emerging city has rapidly developed into a bustling urban center with a population of more than 9 million people. Straddling the old and the modern, Saigon, still commonly referred to as a city, is an excellent entry point for an introduction to the country’s past, present, and future.
There are plenty of culinary options to ponder, as there are old places to visit, new developments to note, and above all, every regional cuisine of the ancient country is well represented within this southern citadel.
where to stay
InterContinental Saigon is a popular home away from home in the city’s business district, close to most central attractions. True to the InterContinental brand, the hotel has one of the best club lounges in the city, and the service and food presentation are exemplary. Basilico serves delicious Italian cuisine in an elegant setting, while Yu Chu is one of the city’s most popular fine Cantonese restaurants with an extensive menu ranging from traditional to innovative classics. That’s one. Unlike Singapore, dim sum is a popular dinner option in Vietnam, and here you can choose from an extensive list.
For a luxurious escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown Saigon, Mia Saigon is an unexpected and spectacular riverside escape that looks like a vision of the French Riviera from every angle. The rooms and suites here are tastefully decorated with European and Oriental ornaments, with luxurious and elegant accents such as linen bathrobes. Dining under the stars by the river here provides the ultimate escape from downtown Saigon. This is because it is a serene landscape that would seem impossible to recreate in the city center, considering the realities of the time.
penang
Penang is a wonderful treasure trove of all things quaint and nostalgic. The island is home to George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with historic buildings and decades-old culinary establishments still standing. On the other side of the island is the idyllic stretch of Batu Ferringhi, home to some of the region’s most popular resorts. Between exploring the heritage lanes and enjoying the pampering that awaits you at the resort, Penang is the quick getaway destination from Singapore that weary city dwellers need during the Lunar New Year holidays.
where to stay
One of the newest resorts to open in Penang, Angsana Penang is located right next to the island’s ‘End of the World’ enclave with stunning views of the Straits of Malacca. Some rooms and suites offer stunning blue views and unforgettable sunset views. This resort has four dining options and a luxurious spa, making it the perfect place to take a secluded break and recalibrate for the new year.
Set in the historic heart of George Town, The Prestige Penang is a modern retreat with designer-chic interiors and an imposing white colonial façade. Located in the heart of George Town, yet away from the hustle and bustle, The Prestige is the perfect place to set up camp to explore George Town’s old alleys, full of quaint and delicious food, as well as the… It’s also a great place to return to as a resting place. And relax. The rooftop pool, with beautiful views of the old pier and colonial quarter, is a very Instagrammable spot.
(Main image: The Langham Jakarta, Featured image: Galiya Bianti Yogyakarta)