Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia

Hill and Garden Villas are two storey spaces close to the centre of the resort; Garden Villas are lower level and set in beautiful gardens, while the Hill Villas are elevated with magnificent views. Beach Villas are freestanding with lovely views, although this beach is not suitable for swimming. Sea Villas are built on stilts over the lapping waves at the end of the beach and are very romantic. The Spa Villas are the most recent addition and are set within the Spa Village, linked by wooden walkways. These charming villas are also set on stilts over water. All villas offer stylish bathrooms with an oversize bath, some in private courtyards and some with fabulous rainforest views.

When it comes to dining you are truly spoilt for choice. Feast Village serves up a veritable smorgasbord of Malay and Asian delights, while Uncle Lim’s Kitchen is an exceptionally popular Chinese restaurant set on a rocky outcrop overlooking the sea. Fisherman’s Cove has fabulous seafood with a slightly more refined ambiance, whilst The Straits is an adults only, private dining, fine dining establishment and offers an elegant, exotic blend of South East Asian cuisine.

If you do nothing else whilst you are here, a visit to the spa is an absolute must. Extolling the healing virtues of the region, enjoy a pre-spa ritual to leave you totally revitalised.