The Pangkor Laut Resort claims its “piece of paradise” was two million years in the making. Set on a private island three miles off the western coast of Malaysia, guests can play “Lost” without the bad wardrobes and crash diets. Here, no other resorts crowd out the sand dunes and bays scalloping the edge of this 300 acre-island.

Rooms offer a staid kind of luxury, with brownish shades, wood and marble. Villa types range between Signature Sea, built on stilts over the water, and Garden and Hill villas, set amid the jungle greenery. Those looking for even more privacy can head over to the neighboring Estates: eight secluded “estates” along the Marina Bay.

Dining options run the gamut from beachy (Royal Bay Beach Club) to fusion (Fisherman’s Cove). Meanwhile, guests tiring of the yoga, tai chi, golf or fishing options can sprint to the Spa Village, which boasts treatments that meld Malay, Chinese, Indian and Thai practices.

Location & How to get there

Hotel
Fisherman's Cove, Uncle Lim's Kitchen, Royal Bay Beach Club, Chapman's Bar, Jamu Bar, Sunset Cocktails At Sea, Feast Village.

Spa Village Pangkor Laut, Kazbah Gift Shop, Library, TV Lounge, Island Clinic & Hair Salon, Island Spa Boutique, Conference & Banquet Hall, Island Transportation, Water Taxis, Airline Reservations & Ticketing, Medical assistance, Baby-sitting services, Secretarial services, Overnight Mail, Courier Services or Express Services, Batik Hut, Cooking Classes

Recreational
Two swimming pools, Jet pool and cold dip, Gymnasium, Three tennis courts, One squash court, Sailing, Jogging Trail, kayaking, wake-boarding, sail-boarding, water-skiing, catamaran, Yoga, Tai Chi Quan, Chartered Cruises, Fishing, Jungle Trekking

Additional Information

Recoginition
Spa Exterior of the Year AsiaSpa Awards, 2007
Five Star Diamond Award The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2007
Best Destination Spa Best Spa Experience Asia Spa & Wellness Awards, 2006
Best Destination Spa Spa Asia Crystal Awards, 2006
One of The World's Ultimate Hotels - Luxury Travel Awards Luxury Travel & Style Australia, 2005
20 Most Fabulous Spa Retreats in the World Australian Gourmet Traveller, 2005Best Traditional Chinese Medicine-Influenced Spa Spa Asia Crystal Awards, 2005
World's Top 25 Spas The Sunday Telegraph UK, 2005
Best Beach Resort - Senses Wellness Award
Senses Wellness Guide Germany, 2002 & 2005
Top Ten Spa Retreats Overseas - Readers' Spa Awards Condé Nast Traveller UK, 2005
Top Ten Best Overseas Resorts - The Gold List Luxury Travel & Style Australia, 2005
Best Traditional Chinese Spa , Best Asian Spa Treatment , Best Spa Director , Best Therapist
Most Original Spa Concept - Spa Village, Spa Asia Crystal Awards, 2004
One of the World's Top 25 Spas - Readers' Spa Awards Condé Nast Traveller UK, 2004
Number One in the World in Top 100 List Condé Nast Traveller UK, 2003
Best Overseas Destination Spa Condé Nast Traveller UK, 2003
Top Ten - Most Luxurious Spas Tatler UK, 2003

STYLE

Tropical Villas

SETTING

Island Tranquility

ROOM RATES

From US$ 164/Night

YEAR OPENED

1998

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

148 suites & villas

ARCHITECT

YTL Design Group
Bunnag Architects

GREAT FOR

Romance, Nature, Spa

BEST ROOM

Pavarotti Suite
Elegant spacious one-bedroom suite set high on the hill of the rainforest. Complete with lounge area which featuring a pictorial tribute to Pavarotti. Its extensive balcony offers breathtaking views of the sea and tropical rainforest and an enormous open-roofed bathroom.

PAMPER

Award Winning Spa Village

The abundance of Malay, Chinese, Indian and Thai practices makes this the ideal setting for complete rejuvenation.

TRY

Fishing

Fish at one of the finest angling grounds for barracuda, garoupa, red and white snapper and stingray.

GOLF

Royal Teluk Rubiah Country Club

Guests staying at Pangkor Laut will enjoy special Golf privileges at this 18-hole golf course. 15 min away.

DISCOVER

Cooking Classes

Learn the art of South East Asian cooking under the careful guidance of our skilled chefs.

EXPERIENCE

Sunset Cruise

The boat will anchor at Emerald Bay where you will witness one of the world's most beautiful sunsets. From there the Captain will sail off to a quiet cove where you'll be served a delicious four-course dinner.