Hong Kong

One of the world’s most-visited cities, Hong Kong is an exhilarating destination in its own right and the jumping-off point for adventures across Asia, with plentiful air links to places including Bangkok, Bali, and Luang Prabang. Hotels here tend to be high-end and polished, and they’re often set in skyscrapers — or iconic buildings — that add a heavy dose of drama to any stay. Among reader favorites this year are some of Asia’s most storied properties, including one that’s “the gold standard for service,” one visitor said.