17 Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia 2026 According to Our Editors | Condé Nast Traveler

"The Maldives, a collection of sand-rimmed islets in the Indian Ocean, is the long-haul beach destination Americans need to start paying more attention to. Especially with its bevy of hot new hotel openings, like The Nautilus, which swung open its doors in February 2019. The property kept things “traditional,” which means one thing when it comes to Maldivian resorts: private bungalows. The 26 houses—some of which sit just off of the beach, while others stretch over the water—all come with private pools, a separate living quarter, and personal butler service. The resort specializes in bespoke vacations, meaning you get to craft your stay to look exactly as you dreamed it: Champagne in bed? Breakfast aboard a luxury yacht? An impromptu swim with manta rays? It's all possible here." - CNT Editors