Best New Hotels 2007: The Elysian, Seminyak, Bali

This chic new retreat in the heart of Seminyak is the perfect place for a quick island getaway. Whether you fancy lounging around your own private pool (each of this apartment-style resort’s 26 villas has one) or nipping to the spa for some aromatherapy under the skilful hands of Balinese therapists offering such intriguingly named massage treatments as “After Party” or “Chocolate Love”, this hip new Bali bolthole is just two minutes from the beach and will have you in a deep state of relaxation in no time.

Doubles from $290, www.theelysian.com.