Tanjung Rhu Resort, Langkawi

Surrounded by trees and overlooking a white sand beach, this chic resort is a 1-minute walk from Kilim Geoforest Park and 12 km from Galeria Perdana museum.

Warm rooms with wood floors and Asian touches feature balconies and flat-screens, as well as minibars and safes. Suites add living areas with sofas.

In addition to 5 gourmet eateries (including a posh Asian-fusion restaurant and a beach bar), there's a spa with a gym and an open-air yoga area. Other amenities include a family pool and an adults pool, a music lounge and a game room, plus a garden with Wi-Fi.