TripAdvisor announces Travellers' Choice Hotels - The Danna Langkawi #1 in Malaysia

January 31, 2017

TripAdvisor announces Travellers’ Choice Hotels – The Danna Langkawi #1 in Malaysia

SINGAPORE, January 24, 2017 – TripAdvisor ^®, the travel planning and booking site, today announced the Asian winners of its 2017 Travellers’ Choice™ awards for Hotels.

The Danna Langkawi, Malaysia is ranked as the top hotel in Malaysia, followed by The Datai Langkawi and Casa del Mar, Langkawi .

At a regional level, the top three hotels for Asia are located in South East Asia – Mandapa, a Ritz –Carlton Reserve , in Ubud, Indonesia, is ranked #1 in Asia and #2 in the World, followed by boutique hotel Shinta Mani Resort in Siem Reap, Cambodia and Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Travellers’ Choice award winners were determined based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from TripAdvisor travellers worldwide. In the 15^th year of the awards, TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top 7,607 properties in 109 countries and eight regions worldwide, in the categories of Top Hotels Overall, Luxury, Bargain, Small, Service, B&Bs and Inns, Romance and Family.

“Choosing the right hotel can sometimes be an arduous task for the one planning the holiday. Because TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice hotel winners are recognised for service, value and quality, travellers can be confident that they are booking a place that millions have stamped their approval on,” said Janice Lee Fang, TripAdvisor’s Communications Director, Asia Pacific. “The Danna Langkawi has being Malaysia’s top hotel for three years in a row which speaks to how consistently the hotel has been able to deliver a winning traveller experience for all who visit. Congratulations to the team for this great achievement!”

“It’s a great honour to receive the 2017 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award for the no. 1 Hotel in Malaysia for the third consecutive year. We’re also delighted to be ranked the No.1

luxury hotel in Malaysia and No.1 for best service – this is the icing on the cake,” said Mr. Pascal Masse, General Manager, The Danna Langkawi.

“The biggest contributor to this success is none other than our associates who have continuously extended warm and genuine hospitality to our guests all year round. We’d also like to thank our guests who have spent time and effort to put in kind words about our associates and our property through sharing their wonderful experiences on TripAdvisor. We look forward to providing an even higher level of service and better experiences to all our guests,” he added.

Top 10 Travellers’ Choice Hotels in Malaysia:

Top 10 Travellers’ Choice Hotels in Asia:

(Excerpts in quotes below from TripAdvisor reviewers)

Mandapa, a Ritz–Carlton Reserve – Ubud, Indonesia – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM2,228 per night. Most affordable month to visit: May (RM1,993)

The Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is hailed as “a little piece of heaven” and located in tranquil Ubud, overlooking the Ayung river and rice terraces. The hotel has luxurious villas and suites and guests can enjoy signature wellness programmes and treatments at the award-winning spa, yoga classes at a river-front studio and unique dining experiences within the hotel grounds, either by the river or among the rice paddies.

Three reasons to book Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve: 24-hour certified butler service, unique dining experiences with produce from its organic farm, exceptional service

Shinta Mani Resort – Siem Reap, Cambodia – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM670 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM586) This 62-room boutique hotel is “staffed by the most pleasant, attentive and genuinely nice group of people”. Designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, the Shinta Mani Resort offers spacious rooms with balcony views of tropical gardens or direct access to the swimming pool. The hotel also supports responsible tourism and community outreach through the Shinta Mani Foundation and Development Center by providing free hospitality training to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Three reasons to book Shinta Mani Resort: Cold towels upon arrival, spacious rooms, local activities such as a full day Angkor Wat adventure, cooking classes and visits to a silk farm.

Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa – Hanoi, Vietnam – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM453 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM404) Centrally located in Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter, the “beautifully located and clean” hotel has 50 spacious rooms and facilities including a day spa and a 20-seat cinema that screens more than 300 new and classic films. Acknowledged for its “fantastic service”, the hotel’s Red Bean restaurant has also received positive reviews from both hotel guests and locals for its “sensational” modern Vietnamese cuisine.
- Three reasons to book Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa: Central location excellent service, ‘amazing’ cocktails at the bar

JA Manafaru – Manafaru Island, Maldives – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM3,599 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM3,004) This exclusive retreat is “an incredible place thanks to the staff”. The hotel has 84 suites and villas scattered across the island, including romantic enclaves for honeymooners and spacious beach bungalows for families. Guests can enjoy water sports such as windsurfing, kayaking and catamaran sailing, or discover the teeming marine life around the Haa Alif atoll with a PADI 5 star dive team that offers comprehensive and multilingual diving courses for all levels.
- Three reasons to book JA Manafaru: Luxurious villas, fine dining, 24hour “Chillzone” which houses a fitness centre, library and X-box gaming system

Kandolhu Maldives – North Ari Atoll, Maldives – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM3,497 per night. Most affordable month to visit: September (RM2,649)

This intimate island resort has only 30 villas, making it ideal for couples looking for a romantic hideaway. Described as the “best kept secret in Maldives”, the Kandolhu Maldives offers a full range of spa services, water sports activities and four restaurants that offer the finest local cuisine. The island is also home to one of the most colourful reefs in the Maldives, making it a favourite amongst divers.

Three reasons to book Kandolhu Maldives: Snorkelling and diving, wellstocked fridge and mini bar, ocean pool villas with private plunge pools

Hotel Eclat Beijing – Beijing, China – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM981 per night. Most affordable month to visit: February (RM848)

With its glass pyramid exterior, the Hotel Eclat Beijing is hard to miss. Guests say the hotel “straddles the artistic and whimsical” with stylish rooms that feature either a private terrace or plunge pool. Each room is also equipped with the latest technology, including a Bang & Olufsen audio system, iPod/ iPhone dock and a Panasonic massage chair.

Three reasons to book Hotel Eclat Beijing: In-house art collection including pieces by Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol, complimentary all-day refreshments, butler service

The Leela Palace Udaipur – Udaipur, India – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM2,033 per night. Most affordable month to visit: July (RM1,234) The Leela Palace Udaipur is a grand heritage hotel situated on the banks of the breathtaking Lake Pichola. Its modern rooms and suites feature traditional art reflective of Rajashtan’s rich history and guests keep coming back for “the royal treatment”, “excellent hospitality” and the dedicated butler service.
- Three reasons to book The Leela Palace Udaipur: Luxury tented spa, welcome with musicians and rose petals, 24/7 butler services.

Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur – Jodhpur, India – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM2,809 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM1,438) This magnificent hotel is the world’s sixth-largest private residence and the last of India’s palaces – in fact, the Jodhpur royal family still lives in one of the wings of the property. It promises a “once-in-a-lifetime royal experience” to guests and the 64 elegantly-designed rooms are “fit for royalty”. Guests can also take part in their signature experiences such as a private heritage walk around the palace grounds and a rejuvenating wellness treatment at Jiva Spa.
- Three reasons to book the Umaid Bhawan Jodhpur: Private museum featuring the classic cars of the Maharajas, complimentary picnic basket and juices, marble squash courts

Viroth’s Hotel – Siem Reap, Cambodia – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM426 per night. Most affordable month to visit: September (RM359)

Step into this 1950s-inspired boutique hotel in Wat Bho area for “attention to detail” service. Conveniently located near famous attractions such as Old Market and Pub Street, guests can expect 50s style modernist architecture – from the “Mad Men style open-air lobby” to curved staircases to the dining area enclosed with curved glass. Those looking to escape the tropical heat can head to the hotel bar or restaurant which offers traditional Khmer cuisine.

Three reasons to book Viroth’s Hotel: Convenient location, cold towels upon arrival, modernist architecture

Shinta Mani Club – Siem Reap, Cambodia – Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM861 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM710)

Opposite the Shinta Mani Resort is Shinta Mani Club, a smaller and more intimate boutique hotel. With just 39 rooms – also designed by Bill Bensley – the hotel “offers a unique combination of great accommodations, culinary delights and fantastic service.” Guests particularly love the thoughtful service which includes providing them with a local mobile phone to make or receive free local calls.

Three reasons to book Shinta Mani Club: Traditional Khmer tasting menu, award-winning Shinta Mani Spa, warm service

Top 10 Travellers’ Choice Hotels in the World:

1. Aria Hotel Budapest – Budapest, Hungary

 Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM1,278 per night. Most affordable month to visit: March (RM1,118 per night).

2. Mandapa, A Ritz –Carlton Reserve – Ubud, Indonesia

 Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM2,228 per night. Most affordable month to visit: May RM1,993 per night).

3. Turin Palace Hotel – Turin, Italy

a.Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM799 per night. Most affordable month to visit: August (RM661 per night).

Hotel The Serras– Barcelona, Spain
- Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM1,864 per night. Most affordable month to visit: January (RM1,096 per night).

BoHo Prague Hotel– Prague, Czech Republic
- Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM928 per night. Most affordable month to visit: February (RM617 per night).

Portrait Firenze– Florence, Italy
- Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM3,000 per night. Most affordable month to visit: February (RM1,820 per night).

Shinta Mani Resort – Siem Reap Province, Cambodia
- Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM670 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM586 per night).

8. Hanoi La Siesta Hotel & Spa – Hanoi, Vietnam

 Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM453 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM404 per night).

Tulemar Bungalows & Villas– Province of Puntarenas, Costa Rica
- Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM1,433 per night. Most affordable month to visit: October (RM879 per night).

JA Manafaru– Haa Alif Atoll, Maldives
- Bookable on TripAdvisor for an average rate of RM3,599 per night. Most affordable month to visit: June (RM3,004 per night).

Other Hotel Category Winners for 2017

	World	Asia
Top Luxury Hotel	Nayara Springs – Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica	The Oberoi Vanyavilas – Sawai Madhopur, India
Best Bargain Hotel	Elm Tree Hotel – Wales, UK	Kannur Beach House – Kannur, India
Top Small Hotel	The Oberoi Vanyavilas – Rajasthan, India	The Oberoi Vanyavilas – Sawai Madhopur, India
Best Hotel for Service	Lawton Court Hotel – Wales, UK	Hanoi Charm – Hanoi, Vietnam
Best B&B and Inn	Bindon Bottom B&B – West Lulworth, England	Magnolia Homestay – Hoi An, Vietnam
Best Hotel for Families	Cavallino Bianco Family Spa Grand Hotel – Ortisei, Italy	Chateau de Chine Hotel Hualien – Hualien, Taiwan

The average nightly rate of Travellers’ Choice award-winning Top Hotels on TripAdvisor is RM1,531; Luxury is RM2,055; Bargain is RM373; Small Hotels is RM1,354; Service is RM1,398; B&Bs and Inns is RM559; Romance is RM1,433 and Family is RM1,012.

To see all 7,607 unique winners of the 2017 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards for Hotels, visit: www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice –Hotels . Travellers can also follow the conversation on Twitter at #TravelersChoice.