Hong Kong :  Marriott International’s travel program, Marriott Bonvoy™, today revealed the top travel and leisure destinations from its portfolio of over 740 properties in 23 countries and territories throughout Asia Pacific, as voted by its members.

In the first-ever Member Favourites survey, members selected their preferred hotels, restaurants and bars, and spas across ten different categories that showcase the breadth of Marriott Bonvoy properties in Asia Pacific for different occasions and travel purposes. The top 10 categories are Family Favorites, Beach and Island Escapes, Ultimate Luxury, Urban Escapes, Best Restaurant and Bar, Best for Foodie Families, Dining for Your Celebrations, Perfect for Brunch, Spas in Paradise and Urban Spas. The winners were chosen through a combination of member votes as guest satisfaction scores.

“Our members are at the heart of everything we do. Member Favourites have helped us showcase some of our best and most exciting properties in the region,” said Peggy Fang Roe, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Asia Pacific at Marriott International. “Members’ feedback is invaluable as we continue to reward our members with more of the experiences they value, and inspire others to pursue their passions through travel.”

Highlights of Marriott Bonvoy’s 2019 Member Favorites survey include:

Favorite Beach and Island Escapes

Escape to Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay, a brilliant resort that features the first overwater ‘bure’ bungalows on Fiji mainland which dot an idyllic manmade lagoon. Members can indulge in a true pampering at Quan Spa, or soak up breathtaking views of Momi Bay and savour fresh local seafood and international cuisine at one of the five distinctive dining venues.

Favorite Urban Escapes 

Embracing the city’s vibrancy and relentless energy, W Hong Kong offers members an enchanting experience with rooms and public venues offering stunning views of the iconic Victoria Harbour. The WET® outdoor swimming pool, one of the world’s highest rooftop swimming pools located on the 76th floor, provides an escape for members to unwind after a bustling day in the city.

Favorite Ultimate Luxury Stay

The Ritz Carlton, Tokyo embodies the pinnacle of luxury in the heart of one of Asia’s most sought-after travel destinations. Located on the 45th level of tallest building in Tokyo, members can enjoy 360-degree panoramic vistas of Tokyo, including Tokyo Tower and Mount Fuji. The hotel offers unparalleled luxury experiences to Marriott Bonvoy members, such as a Rolls-Royce Phantom and BMW 7 Series limousine service.

Family Favorites

Marriott Bonvoy members praised JW Marriott Hotel Zhejiang Anji for its exceptional family-friendly entertainment offerings such as an extensive games room. Families and children can discover Bamboo Park with its museum and gardens or enjoy memorable family attractions such as the new Hello Kitty Park during their stay.

Best for Foodie Families

Goji Kitchen + Bar at Marriott Marquis Bangkok Queen’s Park is a restaurant with a refined urban vibe and a dramatic open-plan kitchen. Specialising in Parrilla-grilled meats and ocean-fresh seafood, this lively restaurant is suitable for families and diners of all ages. The restaurant is renowned for its wide array of live stations, featuring authentic regional cuisines, complemented by popular Western dishes.

Dining for your Celebrations 

OZONE – The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, is a rooftop bar with a prime location overlooking the Victoria Harbour and city skyline.  An ideal location for an unforgettable night, complete with a cool ambiance, inventive cocktails and delicious Asian tapas for members and their friends to celebrate special occasions.

Best Restaurant

The wood-paneled dining room at La Locanda – The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto is set in a townhouse that once belonged to the founder of the Fujita industrial group. Today, members and guests can indulge in classic Italian dining with a contemporary Kyoto twist in the historic dining room. Additionally, the restaurant features a walk-in cellar that stores carefully selected charcuterie and cheeses from around the world, as well as serving cakes, macarons and other desserts by Pierre Hermé Paris patissiers at the open kitchen.

Perfect for Brunch

Boneka Restaurant at The St. Regis Bali features a panoramic view over lush tropical gardens and the shores of the Indian Ocean. The restaurant is elegantly designed with a puppet motif running throughout, paying tribute to its Balinese heritage, and members will be spoilt for choice with an array of dishes that embrace influences from east to west.

Favorite Spas in Paradise

Unwind at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort’s signature Iridium Spa which promises a transformative journey in an oasis of tropically inspired sophistication. The overwater sanctuary features plush furnishings set against white oak interiors to create an ambience of elegant tranquility, earning its place as one of the members favorite spas in paradise.

Favorite Urban Spas

Members can feel well and relieve the body’s tensions and stress at Le Spa Parisien at The Westin Tokyo, built on a philosophy inherited in Europe. Set amidst exquisite French-inspired décor, guests are invited to relax and unwind with a myriad of spa experiences for the body and mind, to emerge rejuvenated and ready for whatever comes next.

To highlight the best properties and facilities on offer, the results of the Marriott Bonvoy members survey was combined with guest satisfaction ratings. To discover the full list of Member Favorites and award details, please visit: marriottbonvoyasia.com/favourites