The Datai Langkawi is a luxurious destination
resort nestling in the heart of a 10-million-
year-old rainforest, set against a backdrop
of primordial mountains. It opened in 1993,
overlooking the Andaman Sea and the white-sand
beach of Datai Bay. Home to a wealth of wildlife,
it offers each guest a magical escape, a crafted
experience and connection with nature.
Designed by the visionary architect Kerry Hill
and interior designer Didier Lefort, it is the
most awarded resort hotel in Southeast Asia.
Lefort has led the refurbishment to make the
most of the striking natural surroundings.
Flag-bearers for the art of Malaysian hospitality,
the resort’s team believes that luxury is defned
by bespoke service that comes from the heart.
The Datai Langkawi's 121 rooms, suites and
villas, most with their own private verandas,
afford stunning views of the lush rainforest
and the Andaman Sea, with Tarutao Island
on the horizon. They are classified by three
different locations:
The Canopy Collection
in
the main buildings overlooking the rainforest;
The Rainforest Collection
in the jungle near
the stream;
The Beach Collection
, adjacent to
the Datai Bay's 1.5 km beach, featuring private
pools and dedicated butlers. All rooms, suites
and villas are furnished with modern facilities
and luxury tailor-made amenities in keeping
with overall resort sustainability.
The Gulai House
is an award-winning restaurant
tucked deep in the rainforest, serving authentic
and traditional Malaysian cuisine.
The Pavilion
,
a Thai restaurant, ‘floats’ 30 metres above
the rainforest canopy.
The Dining Room
offers a fIne dining experience and extensive
wine list. Its indoor and outdoor seating areas,
by the main pool, overlook the rainforest.
The Beach Club and Beach Bar
are the perfect
sunset location for cocktails and delicious seafood.
The Lobby Lounge
affords panoramic views of the
main pool, the Andaman Sea and Tarutao island.
Light snacks, cocktails and wide range of spirits.
Nature Centre, Walks and Treks
Inspired by a tribal bamboo longhouse, the
Centre includes a nature library, lounge (with a
teas, herbs and spices corner), and educational
area. It is home to our team of resident
naturalists and marine biologists led by Irshad
Mobarak. Rainforest and Beach walks take place
daily. Five spa villas are secluded within the rainforest,
situated along a winding stream. Based on the
Malay concept of Ramuan from the traditional
technique of Urutan Melayu, signature
treatments include the Ramuan Ritual, Ramuan
Massage and Tungku Batu formulated from
oils and medicinal herbs and plants from the
resort's herb garden. There is also a manicure
and pedicure studio by the internationally
renowned podiatrist Bastien Gonzalez.
