Where to stay in Asia
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Our honest take on staying in Asia
From a budget business hotel in Tokyo’s Komagome neighbourhood to a traditional Airbnb in Kyoto’s backstreets and apartment-style rooms in Osaka’s Namba district β we’ve stayed in a wide range across Asia. Here’s our honest take on each, with real prices and who each stay is best for.
Japan
Tokyo Β· Komagome
APA Hotel Komagome Ekimae
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Clean, efficient β 3 min walk from Komagome Station
Best for: Budget travellers
$69.97 CAD/night
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Kyoto Β· Airbnb
Traditional Kyoto Airbnb
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Beautiful traditional stay near Gion
Best for: Couples
$565 CAD/night
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Osaka Β· Namba
Citadines Namba Osaka
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Apartment-style stay in central Namba
Best for: Groups
$130 CAD/night
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Thailand
Bangkok
3-Bedroom Apartment Sukhumvit
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Modern stay near BTS with pool and gym
Best for: Families & groups
$216.19 CAD/night
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Chiang Mai
Astra Sky River Condo
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Rooftop pool with incredible views
Best for: Couples & city stays
$111.14 CAD/night
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Koh Samui
Private Pool Villa
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Sea views and a private pool for a more elevated island stay
Best for: Couples & longer stays
$399.52 CAD/night
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Thailand Β· Airbnb
Thailand Airbnb Stay
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Another great Thailand stay to round out the trip with a lower nightly price point
Best for: Budget-friendly stays
$110.76 CAD/night
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