Pangkor Laut

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Pangkor Laut featuring a luxury hotel or resort, tropical scenes and general coastal views

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Enjoy a relaxing resort stay on this private island with its iconic luxury villas perched on stilts over the Malacca Straits.

With warm water and white-sand beaches stretching out to green hills filled with tropical birds and monkeys, it is easy to see why this Malaysian island is such a popular vacation destination. Pangkor Laut houses just one resort and the island’s main activity is relaxation.

Your accommodation on Pangkor Laut can be a spa hut sitting over the water, a secluded villa in the hills, a beach bungalow or a family-friendly garden villa. Booking in advance is highly recommended for stays between June to September when people from the Northern Hemisphere quickly snap up the 140 rooms.

Start the day with room service and enjoy breakfast with ocean views. For lunch or dinner, try fresh seafood at a table on the beach, enjoy a banquet in one of the restaurants or indulge in treats from the patisserie. End the day with sunset drinks in a bar.

If you want to see a bit more of the island, book a cruise, go for a rain forest walk or rent a kayak. To see tropical fish, take the shuttle bus to Emerald Bay and snorkel along the island’s west coast.

Pangkor Laut offers rejuvenation treatments inspired by health and relaxation practices from across Asia. Enjoy reflexology or an exfoliating rub, soak in a spa bath or try a facial with Malaysian herbal treatments made from rain forest plants. Those looking to relax the mind and exercise the body can join a yoga or tai chi class.

The island just off the coast of Perak is surrounded by the Malacca Straits between Malaysia and Sumatra. Here on Malaysia’s west coast the wet season is from April to May and again from October to November.

Getting to Pangkor Laut is not straightforward, but has been made easier with the resort’s optional private car transfer from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to the ferry in Lumut. This journey can take more than five hours in total. Those in a hurry can book a helicopter transfer to the island.

Sfera Hotel
Sfera Hotel
4 out of 5
2479, Taman Samudera, Seri Manjung, Perak
The price is ¥4,407 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
¥4,407
per night
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seri Manjung. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mangrove Swamp Park and Bukit ...
7.6/10 Good! (230 reviews)
Short trip
"The hotel is old but have a few renovated rooms that don’t have issues but the rest somehow have issues like aircon, toilet, safe box, TV reception and wifi. The wifi intermittently dropped and cannot be connected. The TV reception is way below acceptable standards…. Jittery and pictialated"

Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024

Sfera Hotel
Pangkor Laut Resort
Pangkor Laut Resort
5 out of 5
Pangkor Laut Island, Pangkor Laut, Perak
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥28,150 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
¥28,150
per night
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this beach resort in Pangkor Laut. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Moon Beach and Pasir Telur are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (284 reviews)
"Extremely relaxing and friendly, Robin who looked after me in three of the restaurants was very knowlegable and jovial. All staff were friendly and helpful. I wouldnt hesitate in recommending Pangkor Laut Resort to anyone wishing to have a memorable and enjoyable holiday"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2023

Pangkor Laut Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Damai Laut Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Damai Laut Resort
5 out of 5
Jalan Damai Laut, Manjung, Lumut, Perak
The price is ¥9,526 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
¥9,526
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Lumut. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Teluk Nipah Beach and Damai Laut Beach are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with lots of activities.
"The hotel is built beautifully. Lots of activities around and the activities court are well maintained. There’s the beach, golf course and pools! The pool area is big and very kid friendly! It’s a family pool with slides and stuff! The room is nice with actually really good toiletries. The ONLY unpleasant ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2023

DoubleTree by Hilton Damai Laut Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Damai Laut Escape by Perfect Host
Damai Laut Escape by Perfect Host
3.5 out of 5
Hala Damai 2, Lumut, Perak
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Lumut. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Damai Laut Golf and Country Club and Damai Laut ...
Damai Laut Escape by Perfect Host
AnyLodge Waterfront Marina Island Pangkor
AnyLodge Waterfront Marina Island Pangkor
2.5 out of 5
KM 1 Jalan Utama Marina Island, Lumut, Perak
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Lumut. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a private beach. Popular attractions Teluk Nipah Beach and Frenzy Water Park ...
AnyLodge Waterfront Marina Island Pangkor
Dindings Pantai Desair Apartment By DPD
Dindings Pantai Desair Apartment By DPD
2.5 out of 5
Tingkat G Reception, Lumut, Negeri Perak
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Lumut. Enjoy free parking, a children's pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mangrove Swamp Park ...
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"It’s an old property. Maintenance was at bare minimum. Bed sheets, pillow covers & blankets have stains. Cleanliness was average. Owners should think of refurbish the rooms."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2023

Dindings Pantai Desair Apartment By DPD
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Steven
Mar 6, 2019

The staff couldn't have been nicer

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