Banyan Tree Bintan, Lake Awasa

Overlooking the South China Sea, the Banyan Tree Bintan is an all villa beach resort just a 45-minute ferry ride from Singapore. Offering a talcum-white private beach, a championship golf course and the acclaimed Banyan Tree Spa, this 5-star resort is a wonderful place to relax after the bustle of the city. Accommodation is in a range of different villas, perched on hillsides on stilts and featuring traditional Indonesian architecture and authentic local decor. Guests can choose from a variety of dining options, including the Cove restaurant serving Italian, southern French and Spanish cuisine; the signature Saffron restaurant where you can savour the fresh flavours of Thai and Indonesian classics; and the Treetops for western, Japanese and Asian fusion dishes. If you prefer a quiet intimate dinner, in-villa dining is also available.