This Year’s BEST Luxury Escapes in Bali, Maldives & Beyond
From the dazzling shores of the Maldives to the must-visit cities of London and Bangkok, we’ve collated our most impressive escapes of the year into one epic shortlist.
Our biggest offer lineup of the year, ‘Best of 2024’ is a celebration of our best-loved escapes from the last 12 months. This is your second chance to snap up one of the year’s most coveted holidays across the world (and in Australia, too).
But be quick – these offers are available for a limited time only!
Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll
Set within the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Baa Atoll – just a 30-minute seaplane journey from Malé – this all-inclusive, all-villa hideaway is the perfect place to disconnect, with a beach club, yoga pavilion and indulgent day spa all at your fingertips.
This indulgent beachfront resort is a Luxury Escapes favourite time and again. All-inclusive dining, plus an hour of free flow drinks every day, mean you’ll never go hungry – between meals, hop between the six incredible swimming pools, sip cocktails at one of the five bars or board the complimentary shuttle to nearby Phuket Old Town to explore sacred temples, bustling markets and delicious street food.
What an amazing resort. You really dont have to leave. It was just my husband and I this time but we will absolutely come back with our daughters as they would have a fieldday here with all the activities.
10.0
Sharon M.AU · 11 escapes · 1 review
Our stay at Katathani Beach Resort was incredible. Every single detail of our 11 night stay was perfect. Every staff member was welcoming, friendly and helpful. Nothing was ever too much trouble. I would book again today if I could but we will certainly be back in the futher.
10.0
Jeannette N.AU · 2 escapes · 1 review
First time at Katathani & loved it – amazed at facilities for children
10.0
David M.AU · 1 escape · 1 review
Great Resort, Excellent Staff & Facilities.
10.0
Chantelle C.AU · 1 escape · 1 review
Worth every cent! I took my mum with me , we did not want to leave! The all inclusive option was the best decision I made, and the food options were fantastic. Lovely beach views, fantastic pools, wonderful rooms & phenomenal staff. We will be booking here again!
Banyan Tree Bangkok
An oasis of calm in one of the world’s most electrifying cities, this five-star Banyan Tree retreat is the ultimate Bangkok city break. Set in one of the city’s tallest buildings, guestrooms offer unforgettable views over the city skyline and lush parks, while the sky-high Moon Bar offers incredible sunset views.
Mulia Resort
A long-standing Luxury Escapes bestseller, Mulia Resort is Balinese bliss in every sense of the word. Set on the palm-fringed shores of Nusa Dua, the award-winning resort has something for everyone – little ones can burn off energy between the kids’ club, tennis academy and splash pool, while adults can enjoy the beachfront cocktail bar and ultra-luxe spa.
Great hospitality at Mulia Resorts Bali.
We spent a night there for our anniversary and had experienced quite a good service and a memorable experience there. Will definitely come back with our kids someday.
10.0
Natalie M.AU · 3 escapes · 1 review
Beautiful resort, food in abundance, amazing staff.
10.0
AnonymousAU
Mulia Resort is beautiful. Excellent facilities. Gym is big and has good quality and selection of gym equipment. Few pool to choose from. Lots of lounges to relax. Easy access to the beach. All staff are friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
10.0
AnonymousSG
Great place
Pacific Resort Aitutaki
The Cook Islands is quickly becoming a favourite for lavish island escapes: Pacific Resort Aitutaki offers one of the best. Beautifully remote yet offering everything you need for a five-star stay, the boutique private island retreat features just 29 beachfront villas alongside a dazzling infinity pool, holistic spa and two restaurants championing seasonal ingredients.
A traditional beach hut right in the lagoon with everything you need for the stay. Cleaned daily and every need accounted for
10.0
Jim D.AU · 3 escapes · 3 reviews
An absolutely fantastic holiday. 4th time back
10.0
Maree N.NZ · 2 escapes · 1 review
EVERYONE at Pacific Resort was so friendly and helpful. Dinner menu was lovely, real variety of dishes to choose from each night. Breakfast also great. Bungalow gorgeous. Will be back😁
10.0
Krista R.1 escape · 1 review
Location and hotel were amazing, staff and food exceptional. Priced accordingly, while I wouldn’t say this is an economic holiday, it was a wonderful one and we will be back. Thanks, Krista
Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort
Between its beachfront location, all-inclusive drinks and dining and three dazzling pools, it’s no surprise this award-winning Vietnam resort is a Luxury Escapes favourite. Just 2.5-hours south of Ho Chi Minh City, the five-star hideaway offers a blissful retreat with exceptional restaurants, a laid-back beach club, swim-up bars, yoga deck and world-class spa.
The Kensington Hotel
Dripping with heritage charm, this five-star London hotel offers an elegant British escape in the heart of the city. After exploring London’s iconic sights, cosy up with a glass of wine by the fire at The K Bar or indulge in a traditional afternoon tea at The Drawing Room. If you’re travelling with little ones, upgrade to a Family Room and enjoy a nightly milk and cookies turndown service.
Loved the hotel from the minute the taxi pulled up at front door . Staff were amazing and location was superb , will definitely stay here next time in London .
10.0
AnonymousUS
Beautiful hotel with delicious food and excellent service.
10.0
Nicholas H.AU · 14 escapes · 2 reviews
Could not ask for better : location,style,service,facilities; the staff were exceptional; old style service so lacking these days;it was a throwback to the old days of personalised attention; I can’t wait for the opportunity to return to this establishment
10.0
AnonymousNL
I needed to stay for the night in London in order to catch a train the next day and chose to stay here. The hospitality is top and staff were helpful and made me feel welcome. Professional but also warm. The room was bigger than I thought given that it's called the Cosy room. The serviced breakfast was quite nice.
10.0
AnonymousGB
Breakfast had a wide range of options and everything was fresh and well prepared. Because I was here for work, the staff kindly arranged room service for me, which made things a lot easier. The room itself was clean, comfortable, and nicely maintained. Communication before check-in was also quick and smooth, with prompt replies throughout. Overall, a very pleasant and hassle-free experience.
Raffles The Palm Dubai
Bringing new meaning to the word ‘luxury’, this palatial retreat offers one of Dubai’s most opulent stays. In the lobby, a chandelier dripping with 40,000 Swarovski crystals waits to greet you, while outside, the private beach crafted with 500 metres of sand imported from the Maldives calls your name. City views, a sprawling palm-fringed pool, sensational dining options, a jazz club and heavenly spa complete the offerings.
We had a wonderful stay at Raffles The Palm. From luxurious atmosphere to the beautiful room and excellent hospitality, everything made my birthday extra special.
A special thank you to Korina for making my birthday so memorable and special. We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to Gerald for assisting us and ensuring we had a pleasant experience.
Thank you to the entire team for making our stay such beautiful memory.
10.0
Salvatori S.AU · 1 escape · 1 review
We decide to have a stop over in UAE on our way home form a Europe tour, to have a "rest". Raffles was where we chose, so so glad we did. The hotel is pure class, beautiful in every aspect, the opulence is there to see.
The greatest asset that the hotel has is its staff. They cannot do enough for you, polite, kind, attentive and super respectful in every aspect.
The food was exceptional, with perhaps the deserts not being up to the standard of the other dishes.
The pool is fantastic and where we spent most of the time.
We would recommend Raffles without hesitation.
10.0
AnonymousAU
We had an amazing stay at the Raffles. We got the club package and breakfast. You must do both.
What an amazing stay
10.0
Juanita J.AU · 10 escapes · 3 reviews
Absolutely amazing place and the best service. The pool was beautiful. My room was so big and beautiful. Food was great and the package on luxury escapes was such great value. Was a perfect place to relax and enjoy luxury. The gym, spa and indoor pool was fantastic as well. Would definitely go back
10.0
Hayden K.AU · 8 escapes · 4 reviews
Absolutely 5 star.
Double-Six Luxury Hotel Seminyak
Situated on the sun-kissed shores of Seminyak Beach, this ultra-stylish, all-suite resort has it all – from a sparkling infinity pool to a lavish day spa. Arguably the highlight is the rooftop cocktail bar where floating pods offer one of Seminyak’s best sunset views. If you can draw yourself away, you’ll find yourself moments from Bali’s best restaurants, beach clubs and shopping strips.
Our stay was absolutely fantastic. We enjoyed everything and the all the staff are wonderful. We would definitely go there again.
10.0
AnonymousAU
Absolutely fantastic resort, in every way. Room is amazing restaurants are wonderful also. Staff very helpful and friendly.
10.0
Chris H.AU · 4 escapes · 3 reviews
Great staff and a great place to stay . I highly recommend
10.0
Mike W.AU · 9 escapes · 1 review
Amazing location, incredible restaurants and beautiful sunsets
10.0
Narelle H.AU · 21 escapes · 1 review
Great location, beautiful rooms and amazing, friendly staff. It's our second stay at the Double-Six Luxury Hotel. We will be back it's 5 stars from us.
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali
Soak up Jimbaran’s laid-back vibe at this five-star family favourite. Between the pirate ship-themed kids’ club, indoor and outdoor playgrounds and water slide, the kids are well looked after; a sprawling interconnected pool and swim-up bar mean there’s plenty to keep adults occupied too. Don’t miss the daily Chocolate Hour – sure to be a hit with the entire crew.
The photos simply don’t do Mövenpick justice! The resort grounds and pools are absolutely stunning, and our rooms were beautiful. The attention to detail throughout the resort was exceptional, from the housekeeping staff constantly cleaning and maintaining the rooms and hallways to the genuinely warm and attentive service from every staff member.
The restaurants were fantastic, and the breakfast buffet was incredible, with so much variety!
We booked the all-inclusive package through Luxury Escapes, and it was worth every penny! Fantastic value for money and made our holiday so enjoyable and stress-free.
The kids absolutely loved every minute, and so did we as parents! We left already wanting to return. A truly memorable family holiday with outstanding hospitality. Highly recommend!
10.0
Kimiko R.AU · 3 escapes · 1 review
I can’t fault the all-inclusive package, & the amazing staff at the Mövenpick Jimbaran. Everything went smoothly – the airport transport & check in was fast & efficient. The staff did their best to explain what was included in the all-inclusive package: it was about 80% of the menu items, so plenty of choice (everything with stars or hearts is included). The concierge service was fantastic, & helped book local drivers for us whenever we needed it. Our flight wasn’t until 11pm, but after a quick chat to the concierge, we organised a late check out of 1pm, & we were able to stay at the hotel & use all the facilities for the rest of the day. They also had “hospitality rooms” that we were given access to for 1 hour at the end of the day – we were able to have a shower & a quick lie down before getting picked up and taken to the airport. We forgot something in the room when we checked out. Housekeeping sent us a WhatsApp & we were able to get the item before we left. Brilliant experience
10.0
AnonymousAU
Perfect all round!
Exceptional facilities, cleanliness,food and staff!
10.0
Karen B.AU · 6 escapes · 5 reviews
Comfort and quality throughout. Ideal for family holidays.
10.0
AnonymousAU · 2 escapes · 1 review
Lovely place for kids, lots happening and enough for the parents to relax and enjoy some sun
The Sands Khao Lak by Katathani
This family favourite ticks all the boxes for a classic beachside holiday, from palm-fringed shores and sparkling swimming pools to swim-up bars and massage pavilions overlooking the ocean. Equally suited to romantic couples retreats and jam-packed family getaways, the resort is split into three wings –each with a distinct vibe – to ensure every guest enjoys their dream holiday.
Beautiful resort in a perfect location. So much to do and see, would highly recommend for families and couples. Already planning my return visit
10.0
AnonymousSG
Everything was perfect, the clean fresh room, comfy bed, delicious breakfast buffet, very friendly staff
10.0
Justin W.AU · 5 escapes · 1 review
The accomodation was amazing! Clean, friendly staff, great food and drinks and amazing amenities.
10.0
AnonymousAU
This Resort is absolutely amazing.
10.0
AnonymousTH
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SO/ Maldives
Experience a new level of island glamour at SO/ Maldives, a luxurious escape where castaway meets catwalk among the dazzling azure of the Indian Ocean, just a quick 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. Situated on the Emboodhoo Lagoon on Kaafu Atoll, on a ring of piercingly white sand, this boutique retreat features a collection of bespoke beachfront and overwater villas, each boasting private pools, sun decks and direct access to the turquoise lagoon.
SO/Maldives exceeded all expectations, the jaw dropping photos are more stunning in reality. The team members went above and beyond to ensure our stay was flawless, highly recommend this resort.
10.0
SERGEY S.AU · 2 escapes · 1 review
SO/ Maldives is exceptional. Room, ocean, food and service. Our special thaks to Maria.
10.0
George G.AU · 6 escapes · 2 reviews
Our over water, ocean villa was spectacular. The staff, facilities and location were all 5 star.
10.0
Flossy P.AU · 15 escapes · 7 reviews
We recently spent a week in a Beachfront Pool Villa at SO/Maldives, and we absolutely loved it! From the moment we were met at Male Airport, to the ease of the speedboat transfer, to the smiling welcoming committee, to meeting our brilliant Butler Limar, we couldn't have been more impressed. We loved the location of our Villa, which was totally private surrounded by lush gardens with direct access to the beach and blue water, and spotlessly clean and modern. Easy walk or cycle to the resort facilities & restaurants. The food & beverages on offer are fantastic, the Spa is so serene, the facilities are great and the staff are all friendly & professional. This is a super stylish modern resort. We loved our stay. Thank you! Terry & Flossy
10.0
Flossy P.AU · 15 escapes · 7 reviews
We absolutely loved our stay at SO/Maldives in early August. We chose a beachfront pool villa, which was perfectly positioned with total privacy encased in lush greenery, and direct access to the beach. It was modern, exceptionally clean and easy walking or cycling to the resort. From the time we were met at Male Airport by a staff member, to the speedboat transfet to resort, the friendly welcome by resort staff, and introduction to our brilliant Butler Limar, it was all perfectly timed and so easy. The food & beverages on offer were wonderful and all the staff are friendly and professional. The Spa is totally serene with beautiful therapists. This is an ultra modern, stylish resort and we highly recommend for a relaxing get away. We loved SO/Maldives! Thank you
Mondrian Singapore Duxton
Contemporary luxury awaits at this glamorous Singapore escape, nestled amid the vibrant shophouses and trendy laneways of ultra-cool Duxton Hill. In a city known for its culinary offerings, two onsite restaurants hold their own, while the rooftop pool oozes 1970s Hollywood glamour.
Loved this hotel. The king bed was amazing, cosy little shower and right in the heart of one of my fave neighbourhoods in SG. 10/10 would book again. Buffet breakfast spread was ace too!
10.0
Margaret P.AU · 14 escapes · 5 reviews
Very good hotel – room, pool, service all very good. Lovely staff.
10.0
Deanne T.AU · 8 escapes · 2 reviews
Our first stop of our trip and the Mondrian met our expectations. The staff were professional and helpful, the buffet breakfast that was included was delicious with a wide variety of food, a great location not far from Chinatown or the Maxwell Market all in walking distance. A great location in Singapore. We enjoyed the rooftop bar with the pool which was a great place to relax, unwind and have a few drinks then down to the jungle bar for happy hour to enjoy some great music.
All of the amenties were of a high standard 😁
We would definitely recommend this hotel during a stay in Singapore! Thank you LE loved loved loved this one!
10.0
AnonymousCA
I think this ideal. You can visit down with easy yet you are also on the edge of the most important market place and a short walk to the bargains of Chinatown.
Arthouse Hotel New York City
Live like a New Yorker with a stay at this boutique Upper West Side hotel. With charming timber accents that pay homage to the building’s heritage and views over the city, you may never wish to leave; further afield iconic sights like Central Park, the Lincoln Centre and the Museum of Natural History are just a short walk away.
The Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ideally located in the sun-kissed Greek Islands, this family-friendly escape is a haven of contemporary luxury. Savour views over the sparkling Sea of Crete from your lavish room or villa, laze by one of the four swimming pools or dial up the excitement at the onsite waterpark.
