From Bangkok to Mykonos: New hotels to explore this season

Set off on a journey full of modern elegance, traditional charm, and timeless beauty as we discover extraordinary hotels designed to enchant discerning travelers
Soaring 20 stories in the iconic Orchard Road neighbourhood, Artyzen Singapore bridges Singapore’s past and future. Inspired by the island nation’s culture, the hotel fuses modern designs with Peranakan Chinese architectural elements. This theme flows into its 142 private quarters – all featuring a private balcony and state-of-the-art technology, as well as dining outlets on the premises. Guests can savour the finest Strait-Chinese flavours at Quenino by Victor Liong, relax at the Rooftop Garden, or jump into a 25-metre-long cantilevered pool for an elevated swimming experience.
Bangkok welcomed the city’s second InterContinental property, InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit. Surrounded by the vibrant energy of Thonglor neighbourhood, the 241-key urban retreat injects traditional Thai design elements into its modern interiors. Rooms and suites range from 34 to 200 square metres, sporting a neutral palette and equipped with state-of-the-art technology and BYREDO bath amenities. Dining options include all-day AVA Brasserie and a clandestine cocktail haven Rogues. On the wellness side of things, the hotel features an infinity-edge pool and THE SPA by HARNN
“InterContinental Bangkok Sukhumvit is designed for the modern luxury traveller seeking culturally rich experiences. Embodying the spirit of the Thonglor district where we are located, one will find international influences weaved into the hotel stay experience and contemporary design.”
High on a hill above the Mykonos town, Deos Mykonos highlights the glory of modern Cycladic architecture. Meaning “awe” in Greek, the boutique hotel features 60 rooms and suites whose Galal Mahmouddesigned interiors fuse minimalism with a Myconian cool. Each private quarter is also equipped with a spacious balcony blessed with sprawling views of the Aegean Sea, and a private Jacuzzi or pool. Here, wellness is on the menu with a state-of-the-art gym and a spa. Elsewhere, an à la carte restaurant pampers the buds with Mediterranean cuisine.
A stone’s throw away from Japan’s scenic Nara Park – home to Japanese deer, Shisui, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nara brings the glory of the Nara period to a modern setting. It is surrounded by World Heritage sites and designed by Kengo Kuma and Associates. There are 43 rooms and suites on the premises, with 23 of them featuring a private onsen. Nara’s rich culinary culture is celebrated at Restaurant Suiyou, while Sushi & Bar Shousou puts a contemporary twist on traditional sushi. The hotel also offers indulgent treatments at SUI Spa.