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  • The Datai Langkawi : Rainforest Pool Villa
  • The Datai Langkawi : Two Bedroom Beach Villa
  • The Datai Langkawi : The Nature Centre
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Type: Luxury Hotel

Summary: Tucked away in an ancient rainforest by the Andaman Sea

Feature: Enjoy golf on a championship course in the rainforest

Rooms: 121 rooms, villas & suites

Location: Langkawi, Malaysia

Star rating: Member of 'The Leading Hotels of the World'

Nearest airport: Langkawi Airport

Transfer: Approximately 40 minutes from Langkawi Airport by private car transfer.

Luxury Holidays At The Datai Langkawi

Not many hotels can boast a ten-million-year-old rainforest on their doorstep, a totally unique setting that The Datai Langkawi - an idyllic natural retreat on the northwest tip of Langkawi - makes the most of. Blending seamlessly into the surroundings, its freestanding, Malay-style villas - many featuring an elevated veranda and a private pool - are scattered throughout the forest for total privacy. The Canopy Collection rooms and suites are located in the main building overlooking the rainforest, while the Beach Villas, all with pools and dedicated butlers, run adjacent to the Datai Bay’s award-winning beach.  Offering the ultimate luxury experience, the unique 5-bedroom Datai Estate Villa -  with two pools, a butler and private chef - is also situated in the rainforest near the beach. Respecting its delicate surroundings, the resort emphasises sustainability and eco-friendly luxury through use of stainless steel drinking flasks, bamboo toiletries and non-plastic straws.
There's a lovely spa, whose treatment villas are located deep in the rainforest canopy, and around the peaceful main swimming pool, only the buzz of the jungle's indigenous animals breaks the silence. In addition, there are a number of activities to enjoy, including guided rainforest walks, mountain-biking and cookery courses and, for those who enjoy playing golf, The Els Club Teluk Datai is a splendid course designed by four-times major winner, Ernie Els.

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Hotel Experiences At The Datai Langkawi

Allowing guests to truly embrace the diverse flora and fauna of the ancient rainforest, The Nature Centre is a unique open-air building that has been designed to resemble a tribal bamboo longhouse. Inside, discover a library filled with fascinating books on Langkawi's wildlife, a Tea Corner serving Malay teas with many health benefits, and a lounge in which you can hear the stories of resident naturalist Irshad Mobarak. You can also join Irshad on a nature trail through the treetops, encountering the delicate ecosystems of the Datai's surroundings. For foodie guests, The Datai hosts brilliant cookery classes, during which you will collect your fresh ingredients from the herb gardens, before creating delicious and authentic Malay dishes.  

Hotel Experiences at The Datai Langkawi
 

Why The Datai Langkawi is so special...

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Golf

The Ernie Els-designed, Els Club Teluk Datai is an award-winning, 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course, enjoying an incredible setting amidst tropical rainforest and stretching to the edge of the Andaman Sea. In keeping with the setting, bunkers are replaced by patches of tropical vegetation and streams, whilst holes are named after native flora and fauna, and include Dusky Leaf and Hornbill. In this ancient jungle retreat, you can expect the comforts of an international-class golf club - including state-of-the-art buggies fitted with GPS, a Clubhouse with modern locker rooms, a pro shop, refreshments facilities, and opportunities to take professional golf lessons. The course, located a mere five-minute drive from the hotel, has been honoured to receive 'The World's Best New Golf Course' award at the 2014 World Golf Awards.

Golf at The Datai Langkawi

Luxury Beach

With its azure-blue waters, unblemished white sand and breathtaking sunsets, The Datai is a true tropical paradise, featured in National Geographic's 'Top Ten Beaches in the World'. After a relaxing morning soaking up the glorious sunshine alongside the soothing sound of the breaking waves, head to The Beach Club to enjoy a delicious wood-fired pizza for lunch, admiring the breathtaking views towards the Andaman Sea. For thrill-seeking sea adventurers, the Beach Activities Centre offers complimentary snorkelling gear, windsurfs, sea kayaks and sail boats, allowing you to make the most of the crystalline water and striking scenery.

Luxury Beach at The Datai Langkawi

Romance

Tranquil, beautiful and secluded, The Datai provides a perfect backdrop to romance. Check-in to the paradise of a Rainforest Pool Villa and enjoy complete intimacy, alongside enchanting views, with your own 10-metre pool and private deck next to The Datai creek. Cycle together through the mesmerising virgin rainforest, before indulging in the Romance Ritual or Love Bath at the luxurious spa. For the ultimate romantic experience, The Datai offers private candlelit dinners on the beach, Champagne breakfasts overlooking the waves or decadent four-course lobster dishes beneath the stars. Accompanied only by your dedicated waiter for the evening, complete intimacy is guaranteed.

Romance at The Datai Langkawi

Spa Breaks

In harmony with the resort’s surroundings, wellbeing at The Datai Langkawi embraces the ever-expanding healing found in the rainforest with its age-old traditions and philosophies of the Malay culture known as Ramuan. The serene Spa is situated along a small winding stream, offering uniquely delivered treatments and a sensory journey of overall well-being through relaxation and rejuvenation. Focusing on aligning wellness with nature, its signature treatments incorporate the healing plants and herbs found in the rainforest. The philosophy of beauty through health is complemented by the international expertise of Bastien Gonzalez and Phyto5. Bastien Gonzalez is renowned for his exceptional virtuosity and approach to hand and foot care, and Phyto5’s innovative skincare delivers the ultimate holistic skincare experience, creating an equilibrium of inner wholeness and external radiance.

Spa Breaks at The Datai Langkawi

Wildlife Encounters

Due to its unique position, built into surrounding ancient rainforest, The Datai is home to a wealth of wild animals and intriguing creatures. It's not unusual to find a wild pig sauntering past your door or the odd monkey tapping at the window. The Datai seamlessly blends into the natural environment, so the frogs and the lizards do as they wish, the monkeys make humorous fools of themselves and the insects carry on regardless. Expect to hear bird calls and monkey chatter throughout your stay, because this is a truly wild experience.

Wildlife Encounters at The Datai Langkawi
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Pricing

Stay 7 nights from £1,937 (Low Season) to £2,626 (High Season) per person In a Canopy Deluxe Room. Price includes transfers.
Flights available at an additional cost.

Nov
From £2,337
per person
Dec
From £2,122
per person
Jan
From £2,424
per person
Feb
From £2,626
per person
Mar
From £2,337
per person
Apr
From £2,337
per person
May
From £1,937
per person
Jun
From £1,937
per person
Jul
From £1,937
per person
Aug
From £2,337
per person
Sep
From £1,937
per person
Oct
From £1,937
per person

Prices shown are for guidance only and other pricing is available. Prices are subject to change due to availability, special offers and currency fluctuation. Please call for details.

 

Accommodation and Dining Experiences

Find the best room for you, and discover the exceptional restaurants that await...

Overview

Overview

All accommodation features air-conditioning, a mini-bar, tea and coffee-making facilities, a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, luxury tailor-made bathroom amenities, a safe, IPTVs, DVD/CD player, telephone, multi-purpose charging ports, Wi-Fi internet access, and a twice daily maid service.

Canopy Deluxe Room

Canopy Deluxe Room

  • hotelRooms:40
  • crop_freeSize:62.5m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest views

Each Deluxe Room features a combined bedroom with a king-size bed and living area, a writing desk, spacious bathroom with dressing area, twin sinks, a bath and shower and a balcony. It also benefits from a complimentary mini bar (excluding wine and spirits).

Canopy Premium Room

Canopy Premium Room

  • hotelRooms:14
  • crop_freeSize:62.5m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest, pool or sea views

Positioned a level up from the Deluxe Rooms, Premium Rooms have a king-size bed, spacious bathroom with separate bath and shower and a balcony. It also benefits from a complimentary mini bar (excluding wines and spirits).

Rainforest Villa

Rainforest Villa

  • hotelRooms:32
  • crop_freeSize:123m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest views

Located in the heart of the tropical rainforest and connected to the public facilities by a series of pathways, these elegantly designed villas offer an extremely spacious living and sleeping area, an oversized day-bed, writing desk, vanity table, and a large bathroom boasting a rainfall shower, twin terrazzo vanity and 'his and hers' wardrobes.

Rainforest Pool Villa

Rainforest Pool Villa

  • hotelRooms:8
  • crop_freeSize:175m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest views

Located in the heart of the rainforest and offering easy access to the resort's facilities, the one-bedroom Pool Villas are designed in the same style as a Rainforest Villa, but these elegantly designed villas also have a 10-metre pool by an extended deck and outdoor living area with sun loungers and a day-bed.

Canopy Suite

Canopy Suite

  • hotelRooms:11
  • crop_freeSize:125m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest and sea views

Located in the main building, these luxurious suites comprise a bedroom with en suite bathroom, spacious living and dining areas and a private veranda overlooking the tropical forest and sea.

The Datai Suite

The Datai Suite

  • hotelRooms:1
  • crop_freeSize:378m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Sea views

The Datai Suite comprises two en suite bedrooms (one with a king bed and one with twin beds), a dressing area, expansive living room with separate dining area for six, writing desks and a daybed. There is also a butler pantry and an additional guest bathroom. The suite's wraparound sandstone balcony ensures panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Beach Villa (One Bedroom)

Beach Villa (One Bedroom)

  • hotelRooms:13
  • crop_freeSize:350m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Beach views

Situated on Datai Bay Beach, surrounded by the natural rainforest and exotic foliage, Beach Villas offer guests direct access to the beach - via a bamboo gate - and unprecedented levels of privacy. As well as a bedroom with en suite designer bathroom and walk-in wardrobe, these spacious villas come with separate open-plan living areas with floor-to-ceiling windows which open out onto private sundecks complete with 10-metre-long pools. There are also private loungers and a hammock on the beach in front, from which to enjoy glorious Andaman Sea views. A stay in a Beach Villa includes a bar (excluding wines from the wine cooler), complimentary airport transfers, daily afternoon tea and daily signature breakfast at The Beach Club, and full butler service.
 

Beach Villa (Two Bedroom)

Beach Villa (Two Bedroom)

  • hotelRooms:1
  • crop_freeSize:750m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Beach views

Situated on Datai Bay Beach, surrounded by the natural rainforest and exotic foliage, this terrific two-bedroom villa is ideal for families or two couples. Each bedroom has an en suite designer bathroom with twin vanities, while there is also a separate open-plan living and dining area with high timber ceilings and huge windows. This opens out onto an outdoor area complete with al fresco seating for eight and a private swimming pool. A gate leads to the beautiful beach, where there are private loungers, a hammock and stunning sea views. A stay includes a bar (excluding wines from the wine cooler), complimentary airport transfers, daily afternoon tea and daily signature breakfast at The Beach Club, and a full butler service.

The Datai Estate Villa

The Datai Estate Villa

  • hotelRooms:1
  • crop_freeSize:3500m²
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest views

Truly breathtaking in size and splendour, this stunning villa offers the ultimate luxurious experience, ideally located within the rainforest and just a short walk from the beach. There are two elegant living and dining areas, a kitchen and entertainment area with a pool table, as well as five plush en suite bedrooms (including a master bedroom). Outside there is a huge decking area and two swimming pools. A stay in this dazzling hideaway includes 24-hour butler service, a private chef, complimentary airport transfers, daily afternoon tea, daily signature breakfast at The Beach Club, and access to the bar (excluding wines from the wine cooler).

Rainforest Villa Premium

Rainforest Villa Premium

  • crop_freeSize:123sqm
  • visibilityRoom View:Rainforest View

Located in the heart of the tropical rainforest and connected to the public facilities by a series of pathways, these elegantly designed villas offer an extremely spacious living and sleeping area, an oversized day-bed, writing desk, vanity table, and a large bathroom boasting a rainfall shower, twin terrazzo vanity and 'his and hers' wardrobes.

Overview

Overview

In addition to the dining opportunities available at The Datai's restaurants, speciality dining is a popular way of celebrating an extra-special occasion. Choose from romantic candlelit beach dining in a setting just for two, Champagne breakfasts on the beach or four-course lobster menus under a blanket of twinkling stars. Reservations are recommended in all of the restaurants.

The Pavilion

The Pavilion

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Thai cuisine
  • checkroomDress Code:Smart/casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

A charming al fresco setting set beneath the canopy of the rainforest.

The Dining Room

The Dining Room

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:French fusion fine dining experience
  • checkroomDress Code:Smart/casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

The Dining Room offers an elegant setting for dining throughout the day and into the evening. It also boasts a dining terrace, perfect for al fresco meals.

The Beach Club

The Beach Club

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Casual grills, fresh seafood and pizza
  • checkroomDress Code:Casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

Wonderfully located, enjoy dining al fresco throughout the day and into the evening while taking in breathtakingly unobstructed views of the sea and beyond.

Lobby Lounge

Lobby Lounge

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Light snacks, tapas, afternoon tea and cocktails
  • checkroomDress Code:Smart/casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:No
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

Providing panoramic views of the Andaman Sea, refreshing cocktails and snacks are available in the Lobby Lounge throughout the day and evening, into the early hours.

The Gulai House

The Gulai House

  • restaurant_menuCuisine:Authentic Malaysian cuisine
  • checkroomDress Code:Smart/casual
  • icecreamChildren's Menu:Yes
  • dinner_diningVegetarian Option:Yes
  • local_activityReservation Required:No

Situated in the heart of the rainforest, away from the resort’s main building, guests can dine on traditional Malaysian curries and Indian specialities in an open-air 'Kampung Style' setting.

Amenities

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Langkawi Travel Information

Best Time To Travel

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Malaysian Ringgit

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Climate

Though temperatures remain fairly constant throughout the year, Langkawi is best visited between November and April as there is the least rain and most sunshine. High winds and showers may be experienced in May and June, while between August and October, you can expect heavy downpours.

Getting There

British Airways London to Kuala Lumpur. Onwards to Langkawi with Malaysia Airlines.

Flight time: London Heathrow to Langkawi: 14 hours, 25 minutes (excludes touchdown time in Kuala Lumpur).

Langkawi Cable Car and SkyBridge

Offering truly dazzling views over the island’s 450 million-year-old Machinang mountain range and dense rainforest, the Langkawi SkyCab cablecar is located on the north west coast of the island and soars up to 708m above sea level. Here, you can also find the 125 metre-long SkyBridge, suspended by a single pylon between two striking mountain tops. 

Langkawi Cable Car and SkyBridge
Wildlife Encounters

Langkawi’s interiors and coasts are home to a wealth of diverse wildlife. Kilim Geoforest Park, located in the north of the island, is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, characterised by impressive limestone formations, enchanting mangrove forests and tranquil lagoons. Kayak through the rivers or join a boat tour, possibly spotting sea otters, kingfishers, sea eagles, swimming macaques and bats. Our featured luxury hotels here often host wildlife-focused activities – including The Datai Langkawi, home to a dedicated Nature Centre and offering naturalist-led trails through the rainforest. The snorkelling and diving in Langkawi is also exceptional.

Wildlife Encounters
Beautiful Beaches

A perfect picture of paradise, the breathtaking beaches of Langkawi flaunt powder-fine sand fringed by swaying coconut palms and lapped by the teal-coloured sea. On the north west of the island, Teluk Datai Beach - overlooked by luxury property The Datai Langkawi - has previously been ranked in National Geographic's 'Top Ten Beaches in the World'. Four Seasons Resort Langkawi nestles on the pristine Tanjung Rhu Beach, while The Ritz Carlton Langkawi flaunts a private stretch of powdery sand on the east coast of the island. Of course, there are plenty more coves and sandy stretches to explore around the island, offering relaxation, watersports and snorkeling.

Beautiful Beaches
World-Class Golf

While the natural delights of Langkawi are its greatest allure, the island is also home to the exceptional Els Club Teluk Datai, an 18-hole, par 72 championship course designed by golfing legend Ernie Els. Enjoy world-class golf backed by even more incredible views of the Machincang mountains and the Andaman Sea, as well as the local wildlife (particularly macaques) that often explore the course.

World-Class Golf

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