Alluring Abodes: 10 Breathtaking resorts in Langkawi for the perfect getaway

Lim Han 03 May 2017

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Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
Blanketed in lush greenery and facing the sapphire blue waters, Four Seasons Resort offers you an impeccable nature-infused resort experience accompanied by luxe interior and top-notch services. Pick from an extensive range of stunning pavilions and villas, each one exuding a distinctive character but all promising to be of excellent quality. From Partial Sea View Pavilions to Royal Beach Villas, these opulent abodes will lavish you with gorgeous views of the white sandy beaches and azure seas. Did we mention that they house The Geo Spa which offers bespoke natural treatments? Whether it’s the Earth, Air or Light treatments, they all serve to cocoon you in pure serenity and enhance your well-being. For the most idyllic getaway, Four Seasons Resort is the one to hit up.

Jalan Tanjung Rhu, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia

Photo: Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
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Tanjong Rhu Resort
Generously shaded by casuarina trees and resting on a bed of immaculate white sand, Tanjong Rhu Resort will embrace you with the perfect accommodation that’s seamlessly blended into wondrous nature. A selection of five types of suites await you at this resort, all set on impressing you. With each of them borrowing influence from Asian cultures and adorned with exquisite fabrics, you’re bound to be smitten from the first second. But, wait till you get a glimpse of their fantastic facilities and amenities, all promising to keep you occupied for your entire stay. Up for an intriguing exploration? The cave exploration through Langkawi’s geological masterpieces will be right up your alley!

Tanjung Rhu, Mukim Ayer Hangat Pulau Langkawi, Malaysia

Photo: Tanjong Rhu Resort
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The Andaman
It’s one thing to witness a ten-million year old rainforest, and it’s another thing to live in it. Well, The Andaman Resort offers you the chance to do both, with their well-appointed rooms and resplendent suites. Embracing a contemporary Malaysian style, the wide range of abodes house a comfy interior with delicious furnishings. Take your pick from Jacuzzi studios, presidential suites and more. Bask in the full Langkawi beach experience with the full support of The Andaman, who will gladly take you on water sport excursions, coral walks and forest explorations. For a more laid-back vacation, indulge your senses at the V Integrated Wellness, which brags of botanical spas and exquisite salons.

Jalan Teluk Datai, 07000 Langkawi, Malaysia

Photo: The Andaman
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The Danna Langkawi
A colonial-esque buildling right smack in the middle of lush tropical hills and sandy beaches? It doesn’t get more enchanting than this. The architectural beauty of The Danna bears full testament to the captivating interior that awaits you within. Housing a range of deluxe rooms and grandiose suites, The Danna ensures that you’ll receive the most wondrous of views of the outdoor landscape for whichever accommodation you choose. Don’t think they’ve expended all their efforts into curating their abodes and left none for their facility section. You’ll find everything you could ever wish for over here, from lavish drawing rooms and 3-tier infinity pools to billard rooms and classy lounges.

Telaga Harbour Park, Pantai Kok, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia

Photo: The Danna Langkawi
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The Datai
Relish in contemporary pleasures The Datai has prepared for you as you bask in the warm caress of lush rainforests and the Andaman Sea. Picturesque views of the stunning landscape await you at your opulent abode, regardless of whether you choose from the Canopy, Beach or Rainforest Collection. Expect a harmony of old-fashioned flavours and modern influences for the interior of each accommodation, cocooning you in bliss for your entire stay there. Not only that, The Datai boasts of a magnificent backgarden – Langkawi’s vast rainforest. Venture into the landscape of lush greenery and experience the sights and sounds of this gorgeous island for yourself. If the heat is getting to you, you’re more than welcome to go on snorkeling adventures and witness the stunning marine life teeming beneath the crystal waters.

Jalan Teluk Datai, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia

Photo: The Datai
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Casa del Mar Langkawi
Beach lovers, this resort will fulfil all your desires. Directly facing the majestic beach with the sapphire seas in full view, Casa del Mar will make you feel right at home in Langkawi. Their bespoke service and impressive dining selections will render you in awe from the moment you enter. Settle down in your gorgeous rooms, replete with spacious plump beds and tasteful wooden floorings. For a wondrous beach experience, go for the Beachfront Studio Suite, where you’ll be rolling out of bed in the morning and having your feet land on the warm white sand. While your time away sun-tanning with the company of a good book or dive into the sea and relish in the sparkling waters. Honeymooners, it’s the perfect romantic vacation spot.

Pantai Cenang, Mukim Kedawang, 07000 Langkawi, KEDAH, Malaysia

Photo: Casa del Mar Langkawi
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The Westin Langkawi
Enthroned on private beachfront property? That’s as august as it’s going to get. Seamlessly blending tropical nature with matchless opulence, The Westin will grant you the most luxurious getaway. With the resort overlooking the magnificent Andaman Sea, each room promises an absolute feast for your eyes. Delight in the broad range of resplendent guest rooms and suites, from Premium Ocean View Rooms to glorious villas. Soak in the embrace of contemporary furnishings and tasteful décor within these gorgeous abodes. Now, as much as you’ll be intoxicated by the atmosphere of the room, superb recreational activities await you! You won’t want to be miss out on wind-surfing adventures and the sights of cascading waterfalls and vibrant wildlife.

Jalan Pantai Dato Syed Omar, Kedah, 07000 Langkawi, Malaysia

Photo: The Westin Langkawi
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Vivanta by Taj
Escape the hectic frenzies of city life and delve into the secluded world of untouched nature at Vivanta by Taj. Witness the seamless mix of bewitching beaches and enthralling jungles as you snuggle up in the cosy guest rooms and suites. Vivanta by Taj brags of Superior Charm Garden View Rooms and Nirvana Suite Sea View Rooms, all bestowed with contemporary classy furnishings to crown you with upmost comfort. With your eyes satisfied from the scenic feast, it’s time to fill your stomach. This resort is more than prepped to do just that with their array of bars and restaurants. Craving for Asian tastes? Indulge your tastebuds at Senari with delectable Malay and Indian cuisine! For a nighttime relaxation, the Minum Minum Bar will dissolve all your burdens and stress with retro concoctions and modern cocktails.

07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia

Photo: Vivanta by Taj
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Berjaya Langkawi Resort
Nestled within a tropical rainforest, with several abodes spilling off the land and set atop the seas, Berjaya Langkawi Resort will give you a real taste of nature while enveloping you in regal comfort. Rainforest chalets and executive suites await you, amongst others, all delectably adorned with a vintage ambience while leaning slightly towards a contemporary feel. Not forgetting your gastronomical desires, their wide range of dining options will fire up your cravings and overwhelm you with choices. Indulge in an open-air dining experience at Pahn-Thai or wade around the pool sipping on cold cocktails at the Sunken Pool Bar. Once your stomach is filled, you’re more than ready to embark on the myriad of recreational activities available at the resort. Go on a sunset yacht cruise or relish in a trek through the jungles – it’s up to you!

Karung Berkunci 200, Burau Bay, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia

Photo: Berjaya Langkawi Resort
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Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa
Draped in vibrant greenery and overlooking the azure seas, Meritus Pelangi will blow you away with its tropical serenity and ethnic allure. Housing spacious guest rooms and suites, all emanating a gentle traditional charm, this resort will put you in a serious dilemma. But, we recommend the Pool Terrace Rooms and Pelangi Suites, as their elegant interior and furnishings have won us over. As with other resorts, Meritus Pelangi also has amazing recreational activities up their sleeves. Tempting you with luxe spas of restorative massages and rejuvenating treatments, their resort spa is set on pampering you and relieving you of your burdens. But, don’t miss out on their exhilarating line-up of water sports that will have you forgetting all your worries in no time.

Pantai Cenang, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia

Photo: Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa Facebook

Whether you’re pining after a romantic vacation or a idyllic escapade, Langkawi has got you covered.

Heralded as the Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is a gem find, indeed. Its iconic Sky Bridge and grand Eagle Square aside, this island also brags of the most mesmerising beaches and luscious greenery. Get lost in the enchanting wilderness of Langkawi’s ancient rainforests bursting with untold stories or delve into the thriving underwater world beneath the glistening sapphire seas.

Of course, to do all that, you’ll have to find a place to rest your head first. Now, don’t worry, that won’t be an arduous task at all. Take a few steps in any direction and you’re bound to be chancing upon a stunning resort within minutes. Langkawi is teeming with beach hotels and seaside accommodations, all waiting to be graced by your presence. Of course, you can’t be residing in all of them, so, sadly, choices have to be made.

We’ve compiled a trove of the most spectacular resorts in Langkawi, replete with bespoke service and grandiose facilities. A stay at any one of these resorts entails a stunning getaway that will envelope you in pure serenity and comfort. So, dawdle about no more and start planning your next escapade!

Lim Han

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