The Datai Langkawi

Lynn Perry

Visiting The Datai is a very special experience. From the minute you step into the hotel you are looked after. The rooms are super comfy and very well equipped and cleaned to the highest standards. There are several restaurants with the Beach Club offering lovely views in the evening as sun sets. During the day you can sit on the beach, lovely sandy beaches and you can walk along the bay. There are activities that you can do. We did the Bird watching tour, walk through the jungle and kayaking into the mangrove. During the day we had some lovely fresh fruit beautifully prepared on skewers and handed out down the beach, afternoon saw some ice cream and miniature cocktails in shot glasses. Please note that there are no shops or restaurants near-by to walk too but who needs that when you have wonderful wildlife and scenery to explore in the the hotel itself. I forgot to mention breakfast! Oh my what a feast with lots of variety offered. The best bit was the Salted caramel croissants.......very yummy. I had an absolutely fantastic holiday there. Thankyou Datai for such a memorable holiday for myself and my husband.

Muhd Fadhlan Bin Omar DDSB

Memories left with great hospitality & excellent facilities. It's The People who makes this place wonderful. Their job nothing less than fulfilling every single request & makes guest happy. Thank you to Mr Jaya, Ms Izzati for checking us in & all Datai crews. Keep up the good work & I'm proud we had such hospitality levelled with other famous luxury resorts in Asia. Facilities are well-maintained with the high-quality woods, surrounded with rich flora & fauna. We spotted hornbill when we were on the room balcony which was brilliant! Little thing to be improved was housekeeping team in making it seamless & smooth, especially with us having baby on board. Turn-down service could be done much earlier rather than 8.30pm, housekeeping/turn-down job could be done when guest was out for breakfast/lunch/dinner, so it's all ready when we are back. This could be achieved by a good communication between concierge & housekeeping team which we have experienced it in some other places. Standards of housekeeping can be improved too, first day water bottles was placed on bedside with a set of tv remote on the bed which was excellent, second day it wasn't. A thrash of empty cracker was on the poolside table since day 1 till we checked out, housekeeper would need to put more effort on the balcony too. Nevertheless, it wasn't a big deal for us & I'd still be coming back to this place soon!

Jeremy

Won't be exaggerating to say one of the best resorts in the country. Location is abit remote but once arrive, you won't want to leave. Try Gulai house while on property and look for Mustapha ,trust his recommendation and you and your tummy will be greatful. I look forward to my next visit.

Pedro Simko

Our stay at The Datai was truly wonderful from start to finish. We stayed in a beach villa that was beautifully appointed with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing experience. A particularly thoughtful touch was the curated book selection in the room, including a great book on Kerry Hill, the architect behind the property. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed and genuinely cared for. Every day we had a lovely tea time arranged in our villa by Debra, complete with fresh fruit. A special mention goes to Danish, The Datai’s trainer, with whom I had three private strength sessions. He is knowledgeable, passionate about health and wellbeing, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Dining was very good - the fresh fish at the Beach Club was delicious, and we thoroughly enjoyed the buffets at both Gulai, the Malaysian restaurant, and the Beach Club. The overall quality of the food was excellent, with chefs making a real effort to accommodate guests’ preferences. There are gluten and lactose-free options available, though somewhat limited. It would be wonderful to see more healthy choices introduced such as coconut yogurt at breakfast, as well as more fiber-rich options like ground flaxseeds or chia seeds, or even a dedicated healthy menu in every of the 4 restaurants. The service across the resort was excellent - kind, attentive, and genuinely hospitable. At the spa, the massages were very good, although the facial did not quite meet expectations. Looking ahead, it would be fantastic if the hotel considered adding wellness features such as an infrared sauna and a cold plunge. The natural surroundings are simply stunning. The 1.2 km beach is perfect for peaceful walks, and the flora and fauna are exceptional. The sustainability team and guided nature tours were a standout experience - so passionate and informative. Dev, the leader of the team, is truly inspiring. Thank you, Dev, for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm with us. We were also touched by Kartik’s thoughtful gesture of sourcing wonderful teas for us after learning about our passion for tea. As a small suggestion, while the fruit basket in our villa was beautiful and regularly replenished, it would be even more aligned with the hotel’s sustainability ethos if all the fruit were local and in season. Guests visiting Malaysia would surely appreciate the opportunity to enjoy more local varieties. Thank you, The Datai, for such a special experience. We will most certainly be back.

Sarah- Ann Yeoh

The Datai Langkawi is truly the definition of a five star luxury experience if not even beyond that. The entire resort is absolutely breathtaking and beautifully nestled within the heart of the rainforest, overlooking the stunning Datai Bay. What makes this place so special is how secluded and peaceful it feels, with barely any neighbouring resorts around, making you feel completely immersed in nature rather than feeling like you’re in a tourist destination. I’ve been visiting The Datai since I was young with my family and every single time I leave, I always dream about coming back. It’s one of those places that stays with you long after your trip ends and holds so many special memories for me. The service throughout our stay is always exceptional and every staff member makes the experience feel so personalised and luxurious. Everything about this resort feels so special, peaceful and unforgettable. I already can’t wait to return again!!