The Datai Langkawi

Dream

The Canopy Collection of rooms and suites resemble a majestic fortress, semi-consumed by jungle. Situated within the main building, each guest room offers a balcony with mesmerising views over the rainforest canopy all the way to the Andaman Sea. With the treetops just at eye-level, the Rainforest Collection rooms are nestled in the very heart of the rainforest. Guests in these rustic stand-alone villas with balconies awake to the symphony of exotic birdsong each morning.

The Beach Collection, consists of lavish Beach Villas that offer complete privacy, the ultimate luxury experience for anyone looking for something special. Each Villa has its own butler a private pool with a sundeck and a direct access to the white powdery beach.

Eat

Start the day with a Champagne breakfast at the all-day dining restaurant The Dining Room. Throughout the day guests can enjoy Malaysian specialities and continental cuisine and by night dine al fresco on the terrace. Gulai House is located in the heart of the rainforest and looks like a traditional Malya Kampung house. Open for dinner, this unique restaurant serves authentic Malaysian and Indian specialities. The Pavilion, set 30 metre stilts is an al fresco venue is surrounded by the rainforest canopy which serves traditional Thai dishes.

The Beach Club is a casual venue right on the sands of Datai Bay, serving Mediterranean and other international dishes throughout the late morning, afternoon and evening. There are often themed buffets here in the evening and the cocktail menu is ideal for evening sundowners. Overlooking the main pool is the Lobby Lounge, an open-air bar that offers canapés, and cocktails and served with live music in the evenings.

Play

Join the complimentary morning and evening rainforest nature walks guided by resident naturalist, go on a trekking tour with a local medicine man to learn about the potent jungle plants used for thousands of years by local healers and shamans.

For sea adventurers, the Beach Activities Centre offers snorkelling, windsurfing, and sea kayaks and sail boats. The resort also offers mountain bikes to exploration of the surrounding area. For those wishing to workout The Datai Gym, is equipped with a wide range of resistance and cardio equipment as well as a sauna and cold plunge pool, while the large adult-only pool is perfect for swimming laps.

The 18-hole Championship Golf Course, designed by Ernie Elis, is nestled in a 10 million years old rainforest. More relaxing activities include Malay and Thai cooking classes and batik workshops.

Unwind

An enchanting rainforest sanctuary, The Datai Spa has four open-air villas set along a winding stream, designed to let guests feel the spirit of the surrounding nature.

Featuring indoor and outdoor showers and a spacious soak tub with a river view, the charming Spa villas provide an intimate atmosphere and are designed to accommodate couples.

Inspired by the ancient healing and beauty tradition of Ramuan, the Spa menu features indigenous Malay rituals that harness the power of rare medicinal jungle plants and follow secret recipes used for thousands of years.

Romance

Whether a romantic beach wedding or a traditional Malay blessing, The Datai Langkawi’s team take pleasure in personalising every celebration to perfection.