5. The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi
A 5-star resort nestled among the lush jungle, the Ritz-Carlton offers a chance to choose between a relaxing holiday sunbathing on your own private deck or the opportunity to take off on a hike through nearby mangroves and dense rainforest.
At The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi, all rooms and villas offer contemporary decor with Malaysian accents and come equipped with private outdoor spaces, luxurious oversized marble bathrooms, and massive glass walls for open views over the ocean or the surrounding rain forest.
Beachfront villas come with their own private pools, direct access to the beach, and decadent amenities.
Guests have access to a fitness center, a spa, and an in-house restaurant serving Asian cuisine. The concierge is available to help you book a number of activities, including wildlife photography or textile printing classes, hikes through the forest, or boat rides.
Address: Jalan Pantai Kok, Langkawi
6. Japamala Resort by Samadhi
Located on the quiet Tioman Island and surrounded by tropical rainforest, Japamala Resorts by Samadhi is an eco-luxe boutique resort. The suites and villas here are stylish, decorated using soft modern colors and local woods. Some come with their own dip pool and a sundeck, while others resemble treehouses, located high above the jungle canopy or perched on the edge of a mountain overlooking the lagoon.
The resort offers an outdoor pool and two restaurants, where guests can try Western dishes, as well as Indochinese and Thai specialties.
Guests receive a number of complimentary services here, including free use of kayaks, house-made Asian snacks in the evening, and a chance to dine under the stars in your own private corner of the resort.
Boat excursions to nearby islands are available, and guests can also join a 45-minute trek through the thick rainforest.
Address: Kampung Lanting, Tioman Island, Pulau Tioman
