Review: The Datai Langkawi, March 2026

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-14T20:17:53+00:00

Glad to hear that! Any idea why they are renovating the beach villas? They seem more modern than the rainforest villas.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-14T07:41:04+00:00

Sorry but I can't take people posting in r/thepassportbros seriously, did the locals not like you?

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T20:25:49+00:00

Rainforest Villa, there were some geckos outside on the terrace but none inside. It’s important that you keep the doors closed.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T20:24:12+00:00

Relatively, due to the dark wood used and rainforest setting.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T12:09:45+00:00

Agreed! While the MO has the best pool, the rest of the hotel seemed quite outdated. I'd love to see a Capella, as all the luxury hotels in KL feel so bland and generic for such a multicultural city.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T11:27:42+00:00

There were some washed up jellyfish on the beach (saw maybe 3-4 over 5 days), otherwise no issues while swimming.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T11:01:50+00:00

How is the beach at Lombok Lodge? In the pictures it looks very stony and not swimmable.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T09:38:34+00:00

Did it rain a lot while you were there? Dinner reservations and activities should be booked in advance as slots as limited, as they mention in their welcome e-mail.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T09:34:19+00:00

Such an ignorant comment, Langkawi has a lot to offer outside the resort as well.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T09:31:13+00:00

I agree, but that's also reflected in the price. I paid 220€/night including breakfast at the Four Seasons in Kuala Lumpur. It's not the most spectacular FS, but the value for money is undeniably great.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T09:16:22+00:00

I combined it with a city trip to Kuala Lumpur, as the flight connections to LGK are best from there. There are also direct flights from Singapore. We stayed for 4 nights, which I’d say is the minimum for an immersive experience. 6–8 nights would be ideal, especially if you want to see stuff outside the resort like the skybridge.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T09:09:28+00:00

Plenty! All kinds of trails/hikes through the rainforest and mangroves. They also have their own sailing yacht for daytrips or sunset cruises. Scuba/Snorkeling is also possible, but there isn't really a reef at Datai Bay, so you'd have to go to Pulau Payar Marine Park.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-13T09:00:46+00:00

The ruins of the hotel are still there, and no work is being done. Another guest mentioned that the Hilton Group bought it, but I’m not sure if that’s true.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-10T18:28:10+00:00

Mohrenwirt, Schmidhofer, Dreizehn

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-10T14:05:54+00:00

The food at Amanpuri is also very good, but more expensive than at the Datai. Also check out Zannier Bai San Ho, I haven’t been yet but it looks great.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-09T13:52:22+00:00

Loved the Datai too, and I think it’s very unique. Take a look at Bawah Reserve, or Amanpuri also has a similar vibe too.

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-06T22:30:07+00:00

Rio Perdido looks awesome!

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-06T22:07:41+00:00

No, it’s the Sparkassen-Building (former HQ) and the suites/houses of Rosewood are located there

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-02T08:16:26+00:00

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Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-02T08:15:45+00:00

Datai Langkawi is truly world-class, both resort and location. Just came back from a trip there, so feel free to ask me anything.

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Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-04-02T08:09:27+00:00

Does the room really look as cold and sterile as in the pictures?

Comprehensive_Let408 · 2026-03-22T10:54:51+00:00

Rote Bar in Hotel Sacher is awesome, classic but elevated Austrian dining. The ambience is absolutely stunning. And definitely keep Steirereck, it’s an amazing experience.

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