Best Luxury Hotels in Malaysia
The iconic soaring twin Petronas Towers stand sentinel over Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, nestled among skyscrapers (which look small by comparison) and fascinating Colonial-era buildings. It’s an alluring and vibrant Southeast Asian city, quite different to the country’s dreamy coastal resorts and places of spiritual contemplation. Colourful with amazing food and warm people, Malaysia makes for a wonderfully cheery hot weather holiday, with lashings of Far Eastern culture – whether you choose to remain in the centre of the city or retreat to the stunning shoreline. Here are our favourite hotels to stay at when visiting the country.
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Berjaya Langkawi Resort
(5 stars)The unique Berjaya Langkawi Resort features individual chalets that float above the clear waters of the Andaman Sea in addition to those which are nestled in the verdant rainforest. The dining experience in this hotel invites guests to indulge in the sumptuous flavours of Malaysia and the rest of the world with a wide range of restaurants and cuisines available. Getting to and from the airport and around the resort is made easy with the transfer and shuttle services on offer. Guests can explore the natural beauty of the archipelago thanks to a range of activities available on land and at sea – including island hopping by jet ski, a round island tour by boat and jungle trekking. Berjaya Langkawi Resort is also home to 9 event spaces to suit any occasion, including the largest ballroom in the island, which can host up to 900 persons. The hotel is home to a delightful spa, swimming pool and fitness centre.
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PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort
(5 stars)Proudly included in the Pan Pacific Hotel Group’s luxury portfolio is the lavish, family-friendly PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort. The hotel hosts an array of elegantly furnished, contemporary rooms, suites and private villas overlooking blue skies and clear waters or lush, green hills. Situation along the Pantai Tengah beach and a stone’s through from Pantai Cenang where guests can marvel at the Temoyong night market every Thursday. There is a choice of two world-class restaurants where you’ll embark on an adventure full of flavour and variety in CASSIA or Lancava and a lively Ocean View Lounge provides guests with entertainment and soothing vistas. PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort is home to 24-hour business and fitness centres as well as SUASANA Spa where guests are pampered and rejuvenated in traditional Malaysian style. Children are welcome to enjoy the wonders of the Jungle Camp, swimming pools and jacuzzi while the adult-only Sky Pool delivers a calming retreat. This hotel is the ideal location for any occasion with seven high-tech function rooms and the crown jewel that is the Garden Ballroom.
