TTG Asia's weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa, the Maldives
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa has introduced new Beach Villas with Pool, replacing the former Beach Bungalows. Located close to the shoreline with ocean, lagoon and sunrise views, each villa accommodates up to three adults or two adults and two children under 12.
The updated villas feature 70m² of indoor space and 285m² of outdoor area. Interiors have been redesigned with a lighter colour palette and improved layout, including a bedroom with daybed, dining and study area, and direct access to a reconfigured walk-in closet and bathroom. Each villa includes an outdoor shower garden, with some offering an additional family room.
Outside, the former plunge pool has been replaced with a 36m² pool positioned for ocean views. A new pergola with a round swing adds a shaded space for relaxing or dining.
Villas include daily fresh fruit, drinking water, coffee and tea, twice-daily housekeeping with turndown service, and beach essentials for children under 12.
Yotel Tokyo Ginza, Japan
Yotel Tokyo Ginza has officially opened in the heart of Ginza. The 244-room hotel is a three-minute walk from Shimbashi Station, a key transport hub with access to bullet trains and both Haneda and Narita airports.
The hotel is close to Ginza’s luxury shopping streets, the historic Kabuki-za Theatre, Tsukiji Outer Market and Hamarikyu Gardens, all within walking distance. It offers a flexible co-working space, a multi-storey parking garage for 26 vehicles, laundry service, gym and F&B venues.
Public transport links connect the hotel to Tokyo Station, Haneda Airport in 30 minutes and Narita Airport in around 60 minutes.
M Social Resort Penang, Malaysia
M Social Resort Penang has opened as the first M Social property in Malaysia and is located in Tanjung Bungah, close to George Town, Gurney Drive and key cultural and food destinations.
The resort offers 318 rooms and suites across two wings, with sea or beachfront views. Interiors reflect Peranakan influences, and rooms are equipped with a 55-inch smart TV, high-speed Wi-Fi and an in-room AI voice assistant.
Facilities include a 24-hour gym, outdoor pool and Grand Ballroom. Dining options are available at Beast & Butterflies, the Social Hub and Breezy Bites.
Ayana Segara Bali, Indonesia
Ayana Segara Bali now offers its Ocean View Residences for short stays, previously reserved for long-term guests. The residences are located in a private annex with access to the full 90-hectare Ayana Bali resort.
The one-bedroom Ocean View Residence includes ocean views, a kitchen, laundry, and access to rooftop pools. The two-bedroom options offer added space, with one featuring a private pool and garden.
All guests can access Ayana Bali’s pools, restaurants, spa, museum, farm, and resort-wide transport services.
