The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi

A unique, luxurious hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi, located just steps from the rainforest and a stunning location along the coast of the Andaman Sea. It is famous for its overwater spa and décor that combines contemporary elements with traditional Malay accents. It was designed to ensure privacy and contact with nature. The accommodations offer views through glass walls of the jungle or the sea. Some are equipped with terraces and private pools. Each room, apartment and villa has a bathroom finished in marble. Rooms are 75 sq m, apartments are 100 sq m, and villas are at least 200 sq m. surface.

In the restaurants you can try Malay, Chinese and Indian dishes. Cooking classes are also available, so guests can learn to prepare local dishes, such as Gulai Udang (aromatic fish curry with pineapple) or Ayam Percik, which is spicy chicken with peanut sauce and coconut rice, cooked in a banana leaf. The archipelago is one of 94 geoparks recognized by UNESCO. This means that the surrounding forests are perceived as geologically important, the mangroves are stunning, and the fauna here is extremely lush. Langkawi is an island famous for its picturesque landscapes with limestone rock ridges and forest-covered mountains. It is an ideal place for hiking and bird watching. Walks among rice fields and waterfalls are also worth recommending. The Ritz-Carlton Langkawi can organize activities such as kayaking trips through the mangroves, jungle walks at dusk, soap-making and batik classes, pottery lessons and traditional local dance shows. Spa treatments are based on ancient Malay healing and beauty ceremonies.