Best Resorts in Langkawi

Langkawi (Pantai Cenang)

A beautiful collection of colourful heritage houses, many of which have multiple rooms & suites for family or group trips. Expect quirky, antique-filled interiors. Temple Trees Bar & Restaurant is the sociable hub of the resort, and the pool and gardens are lovely. Can also be very romantic.

• Cycling - Hop on the resort's complimentary bicycles to explore verdant Langkawi's little lanes - or to venture to nearby beaches
• Watersports - Head to Pantai Cenang for sunbathing, jet-skiing, waterskiing, windsurfing, parasailing, snorkelling & kayaking
• Romantic Break - Big suites with free-standing tubs and garden views are ideal for romantic couples
• Families - Book a whole multi-room house for a fun-filled family or group trip

Langkawi

A 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!

• Beach Life - A beautiful seaside resort with water sports, a pristine private beach and stunning ocean views
• Families - Families will love the kids' programme, spacious villas and abundance of activities
• Hotel Entertainment - Live music evenings and themed dinners are a highlight for guests of all ages
• Tennis - Play a family game of tennis on one of the resort's courts

Langkawi ( Pantai Cenang)

A chic boutique resort offering eight heritage wooden houses with romantic interiors. A colourful mixture of calming Malaysian tradition & decorative fabrics plus fabulous bathrooms, many with outdoor wooden tubs! Lush gardens with pool & plenty of loungers. Foodies will love the fusion restaurant.

• Foodies - Nam has a reputaiton as one of the best restaurants on the island, with delicious fusion food paired with international wines
• Birdwatching - Spot 26 varieties of birds in the gardens, or head to Machinchang Forest Reserve, home to great hornbills & rare colugo
• Romantic Break - Beautiful antique wooden villas offer four poster beds and wooden bath tubs, perfect for a romantic escape
• Historic - The eight stilt houses are close to a century old, and will delight history and architecture buffs

Langkawi (Pantai Tengah)

A gorgeous collection of 11 airy, contemporary suites & cottages tucked in the rainforest. Unwind on private terraces, feast on garden-grown vegan fare, sink into the pool or enjoy rejuvenating spa massages. The wellness focus continues in the yoga & meditation pavilion. Adult-only boutique retreat.

• Back to Nature - Reconnect with nature in one of 11 suites or cottages hidden amidst the verdant rainforest, where birds and butterflies flutter
• Honeymoons - A romantic honeymoon choice for laid-back couples eager to unwind in big baths on jungle-facing terraces & enjoy spa treatments
• Cooking classes - Gather herbs and vegetables on a guided tour of the resort farm before cooking northern Malaysian fare with Chef Amin & his team
• Great walks - Guided walks through the dense mangrove forests in Langkawi's northeast, or hikes in the Kilim Geopark to admire flora & fauna

Langkawi (Pantai Kok)

A 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.

• Active Holiday - Ideal for an active trip as a couple or with the whole family; the hotel has multiple pools, water sports & a games room
• Families - Two-bedroom villas with private pools are ideal for families; little ones will also adore the kids club
• Restaurant - Four dining options, including Italian Terrace and opulent Planter's
• Swimming Pool - Infinity pool, kids' pool and private villa pools

Langkawi (Teluk Nibong)

An 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.

• Families - Two- or three-bedroom villas with private pools are ideal for families, who will adore the Ritz Kids programme & activities
• Active Holiday - With a tennis court, spa, water sports, art classes & a games room, this is a top pick for an active couple or family trip
• Kids Club - Ritz Kids offers a great programme for children, including highlights such as the Langkawi treasure hunt
• Cooking classes - Learn to cook fragrant curries or to create top-notch cocktails with a private cooking or mixology class

Langkawi

A 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!

• 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 surroundings
• Cooking classes - Delve into Malay cuisine at the Lesung Batu Cooking School, preceded by a trip to the wet market with a chef
• Wildlife Area - Take a boat safari into the Kilim Karst Geoforest Park with an expert naturalist to spot flora and fauna

Langkawi (Teluk Datai)

A 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.

• Back to Nature - A beautiful escape for eco-minded travellers, with 750 hectares of rainforest - brimming with birdlife - and gorgeous beaches
• Trekking - Hike the Rimba Trail or take a guided walk with one of the resort's naturalists, beginning at the beachside Nature Centre
• Honeymoons - Hide away in an enchanting private villa, enjoy sumptuous spa treatments and delectable cuisine
• Birdwatching - Look out for some of the rainforest's 200 bird species, using the guide provided in your room