Best Beach Resorts in Malaysia
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Malaysia’s beach resorts are the epitome of tropical luxury, offering pristine sands, crystal-clear waters, and lush surroundings. Whether you're after watersports, relaxation, or exploring the natural beauty, these resorts have it all. From remote hideaways to family-friendly havens, the variety of amenities is impressive. Expect private beaches, lavish villas, world-class spas, and delectable dining options. Each resort offers a unique experience, ensuring every guest finds their ideal setting.
Top picks for a:
- All-encompassing family retreat: Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Gaya Island Resort
- Romantic tropical escape: Tanjong Jara Resort, Pangkor Laut Resort
- Luxurious island stay: The Ritz Carlton Langkawi, Gaya Island Resort
- Beachfront paradise with wildlife: Pangkor Laut Resort
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Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort & Spa Borneo 499 rooms from £110
Great walks - Take adventurous jungle hikes with knowledgeable rangers in the Rasa Ria Reserve, where you'll spot birds & wildlifeBeach Life - A beautiful beach resort, with two miles of golden sands on the edge of the rainforest & watersports facilitiesFamilies - A fabulous choice for a fun-filled family holiday, with big suites, a kids club & activities galoreGolf - Play a round at the resort's 18-hole golf course, Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club
Check AvailabilityA luxurious beach resort close to Kota Kinabalu, with sleek rooms & suites, an 18-hole golf course, swimming pools & 6 dining options. Little ones will love the kids club, water sports & horse riding, while grown-ups can unwind at the spa. Hike & spot wildlife in the Rasa Ria Reserve. Indulgent. See More
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Japamala Resort Pulau Tioman, Tioman Island 13 rooms from £120
Honeymoons - With just 13 villas tucked in the jungle & delicious private dining experiences, this is a wonderful seaside honeymoon choiceTrekking - Hike to Genting Village with an expert guide, spotting endemic birdlife, monkeys and monitor lizards in the verdant jungleKayaking - Hop into the hotel kayaks to explore the crystal clear waters which lap at Tioman's coastlineBeach Life
Recommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, I EscapeCheck AvailabilityA dream honeymoon destination: a gorgeous stilted paradise on white sands surrounded by lush jungle & clear ocean waters. Zen suites under wooden domes have all the mod cons, pools & private balconies. Three excellent restaurants - Italian, pan-Asian & grill - and a soothing spa. Barefoot luxury. See More
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The Westin Langkawi Resort and Spa Langkawi 202 rooms from £122
Beach Life - A beautiful seaside resort with water sports, a pristine private beach and stunning ocean viewsFamilies - Families will love the kids' programme, spacious villas and abundance of activitiesHotel Entertainment - Live music evenings and themed dinners are a highlight for guests of all agesTennis - Play a family game of tennis on one of the resort's courts
Check AvailabilityA stunning beach resort with fantastic views over the Andaman sea. Beautiful rooms & suites are decorated in creams with slanting oak roofs. Fantastic Malaysian cuisine, multiple infinity pools, dining terraces and a spa that provides specialist treatments. A highly luxurious island paradise! See More
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Tanjong Jara Resort Off Jalan Dungun 99 rooms from £143
Honeymoons - Escape to a beautiful ocean-view suite for a very special honeymoon with spa treatments & private diningDiving - Dive at some of the 20 sites around Tenggol Island, part of the Terengganu Marine ParkGreat walks - Tour the Malay herb garden and spot birds with an expert guide on a Jara Hill walkBeach Life - An opulent beach resort on Malaysia's remote eastern coastRecommended by - Small Luxury HotelsCheck AvailabilityA fabulous tropical hideaway of the utmost luxury. Opulent, cream-coloured rooms & suites have lots of natural light, balconies, & all the mod cons. Fantastic selection of Malaysian cuisine, a soothing spa, private beach, tennis courts & lagoon-style swimming pools. Utterly romantic. See More
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Gaya Island Resort Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Borneo 120 rooms from £150
Honeymoons - Hide away in a canopied suite with dazzling rainforest and ocean views, enjoy private dining and soothing spa treatmentsGreat walks - Guided nature walks with the resident naturalist offer a fascinating insight into the island's mixed dipterocarp forestFishing - Charter a boat for day-long fishing excursions with the resort's expert anglers in the clear ocean watersBeach Life - A gorgeous beach resort on tropical Gaya Island, perfect for watersports or hiking
Check AvailabilityFantastic canopied rooms & suites set amongst mangroves and rainforest, facing a private beach & pontoon with water sports. Expect a luxurious Village Spa, fresh seafood restaurant and chic suites with all the mod cons. A romantic beach paradise for honeymooners, or active family holiday favourite. See More
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Pangkor Laut Resort Pangkor 140 rooms from £155
Spa breaks - The award-winning Spa Village offers holistic treatments from China, Japan, India, Thailand, Bali & Malaysia in a superb settingTrekking - Guided jungle treks with the resort's resident naturalist lead to beautiful Emerald BayFishing - Explore the Straits of Malacca during a day's fishing trip on a 12-foot motorised boatHoneymoons - A luxurious honeymoon hotel, with fabuous food, a superb spa and a beautiful beachRecommended by - Small Luxury HotelsCheck AvailabilityA beach paradise on one the best beaches in the world. Surrounded by wildlife, white sand, crystal waters, and jungle. Contemporary chic villas with all the mod cons, enormous pools, an excellent spa and fantastic restaurants serving seafood. Your archetypal honeymoon destination. See More
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The Danna Langkawi 135 rooms from £240
Active Holiday - Ideal for an active trip as a couple or with the whole family; the hotel has multiple pools, water sports & a games roomFamilies - Two-bedroom villas with private pools are ideal for families; little ones will also adore the kids clubRestaurant - Four dining options, including Italian Terrace and opulent Planter'sSwimming Pool - Infinity pool, kids' pool and private villa poolsRecommended by - Small Luxury HotelsCheck AvailabilityA grand beachfront hotel in Telaga Harbour Park, The Danna has opulent rooms, suites & 1- or 2-bedroom villas with ocean views. Kick back at the soothing spa or infinity pool whilst little ones hit the kids club & games room. Five-star luxury with smart restaurants and an atmospheric cigar lounge. See More
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The Ritz Carlton Langkawi Langkawi 129 rooms from £289
Families - Two- or three-bedroom villas with private pools are ideal for families, who will adore the Ritz Kids programme & activitiesActive Holiday - With a tennis court, spa, water sports, art classes & a games room, this is a top pick for an active couple or family tripKids Club - Ritz Kids offers a great programme for children, including highlights such as the Langkawi treasure huntCooking classes - Learn to cook fragrant curries or to create top-notch cocktails with a private cooking or mixology class
Check AvailabilityAn exceptional seaside resort set in a 10-million-year-old rainforest. Swish suites and multi-room villas feature Malaysian accents, floor-to-ceiling windows & natural materials. Expect vast sea views, Langkawi's only overwater spa & four delectable dining options. For families, couples or business. See More
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Four Seasons Resort Langkawi Langkawi 90 rooms from £350
Beach Life - Kick back on the sand, try watersports, enjoy boat trips and fishing excursions on the Andaman Sea - visible from your suite!Spa breaks - Try the the Geo Spa’s award-winning couple’s ritual, Raja and Ratu, and balancing treatments in blissful surroundingsCooking classes - Delve into Malay cuisine at the Lesung Batu Cooking School, preceded by a trip to the wet market with a chefWildlife Area - Take a boat safari into the Kilim Karst Geoforest Park with an expert naturalist to spot flora and fauna
Check AvailabilityA beach paradise for couples or families. Stunningly natural but luxurious beach pavilions and villas with large open-plan spaces, private pools, and all the mod cons. Geo-thermal spa, excellent Malay fish restaurant, beautiful pool and grounds, and a private beach. A hotel with the wow factor! See More
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The Datai Langkawi 121 rooms from £470
Back to Nature - A beautiful escape for eco-minded travellers, with 750 hectares of rainforest - brimming with birdlife - and gorgeous beachesTrekking - Hike the Rimba Trail or take a guided walk with one of the resort's naturalists, beginning at the beachside Nature CentreHoneymoons - Hide away in an enchanting private villa, enjoy sumptuous spa treatments and delectable cuisineBirdwatching - Look out for some of the rainforest's 200 bird species, using the guide provided in your roomRecommended by - Mr & Mrs Smith, I EscapeCheck AvailabilityA super sleek hotel just set back from the beach and surrounded by rainforest. This ultimate zen spot has luxury rooms, suites & villas, in a contemporary earthy style, all the mod cons, private pools & balconies. A four-villa spa, excellent Asian restaurants, and multiple pools. Barefoot luxury. See More
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One & Only Desaru Coast Johor, Malaysia 44 rooms from £480
Cooking classes - Join the chefs in the Herb Garden & learn how to make your own tropical jam, fiery chili sambal or flavourful Malaysian curriesHoneymoons - Kick back in a gorgeous private villa, enjoy rejuvenating massages and feast at Hoshi and Amabara: very romanticWildlife Area - Enjoy nature walks, monkey-spotting & bird-watching in the Panti Forest Reserve with resident naturalist WanFamilies - A fabulous family choice, with myriad activities, a great kids' club and chic, multi-room villasRecommended by - Mr & Mrs SmithCheck AvailabilityA sumptuous beach resort with sleek suites & villas designed by architect Kerry Hill to merge with the lush jungle on 128 acres of coastal land. Beautiful for honeymooners or families, who can sail, kayak, dive, play tennis, unwind at the spa and drink and dine in style. Wonderfully luxurious. See More
