Pangkor Laut Resort

We booked an estate in Pangkor Laut Resort, it turned out to be the best decision as we had our own private place. We had 3 families with 6 kids and 2 maids on the trip. The Estate came with 4 villas, jacuzzi, private pool, dining and kitchen area and our own butler and housekeeping staff. We checked-in during Ramadhan month hence there wasn't a big crowd which we like. The beach was clean and we almost had the whole beach to ourselves. Highly recommend The Estate if you are coming in groups of families or friends. My room in Estate 7 came with a private jacuzzi which my kids and I got to enjoy other than the private pool. The resort really had the guests in mind. When we arrived the whole Estate was ready for us. The housekeeping got the kids float ready by the pool, baby bath tub in the bath area, high chairs in the dining area, dozens of mosquito repellents and mineral water bottles in the room, dining area and pool area. They also serve free flow of fresh juices (orange, watermelon and apple) throughout the 4 days at The Estate. It was indeed a fantastic trip with great hospitality and good food. We will be back PLR!

I normally do not stay at the same resort/hotel twice unless it's extremely good or there's absolutely no choice. For this case, both my husband & I agreed that we enjoyed our stay in PLR last year, so it's a no brainer for us to return. This time round, we stayed 3 nights at the Beach Villa (last year, it was only 2 nights) and I requested for the room to be away from the bats! Pangkor Laut, thank you for putting us in room 208; great location, nearer to the swimming pool & gym. Thank you for taking our request into consideration and making it happen. We made it a point to join the jungle trekking this year (last year we missed it) and it was particularly enjoyable for me because it's back to nature & I get to exercise. I told my hubby that I should lead a more healthy lifestyle and keep myself active when I return to KL and trekking is definitely something I will seriously consider as a form of exercise. The trekking started from the lobby and we ended up at Emerald Bay beach. The actual walk is short (30 mins only) and after the walk, we stayed at the beach for lunch and sunbathing. Oh, there are hornbills flying around and if you have food, the birds will very likely perch on your table/chair. We are advised not to feed them. I must say, this time round, we enjoy PLR more than the last time. We walked around more and we found out that we can walk to and fro to Uncle Lim's restaurant and along the way, we enjoyed the breeze, nature (the sea, the waves, big lizard, crabs, fishes in the sea) & each other's company. We would love to stay at the spa villa next round as we want to enjoy the lap pool for those who stay there (the lap pool is not open to all). If budget permits, we don't mind trying their award winning spa treatments. Till we meet again PLR!

Me and my wife held our destination wedding at the Pangkor Laut Resort in the mid of February and we had an amazing time at this beautiful island. I must say the resort is a little distant from the KL airport (3.5hours driving, 2.5hours from Penang) but it’s definitely worth the effort – unlike other beach resorts in southeast Asia, PLR does not offer a lot of exciting watersport. Also the resort only got 140+/- rooms so the guests could really enjoy and relax in this beautiful island. The staff from the GM to F&B Manager Ong and all were very friendly, very helpful and knowledgeable. The food was delicious especially at the Fisherman’s Cove and Feast Village. The SPA was amazing and relaxing, almost meditative. The concierge also arranged an excursion to the nearby island “Pangkor� where we could check out some local fisherman villages and towns. The resort was also very generous and offered a sunset cruise around the island in the evening. We had an extremely lovely wedding weekend at the island and all our guests enjoyed the stay very much. Last but not least, the YTL group event manager Michelle was very helpful coordinating our wedding related issues and our wedding couldn’t be so smooth and memorable without the help of any of the staffs. We are already thinking of visiting again!

Have just returned from a weeks stay in paradise We stayed in a spa villa and didn't want to leave, what a very special place with special people! We feel very lucky and wished we had stayed longer, from the first glimpse of the island from the speedboat and the welcome given on arrival The views from our villa along with the privacy were perfect although this means a longer journey to restaurants etc, we didn't mind as gave us more opportunity to explore and see wildlife and beauty of the island Breakfast catered for everybody, what a choice! We loved our fresh made juices every morning with our breakfast We ate in all the restaurants all lovely and catered to different tastes with the Straits being a particularly fond memory Do have a message in the spa, jungle trek and sunset cruise! Of course Pangkor Laut would not be what it is without the extraordinary and memorable individuals working there and it would be remiss not to mention them personally so here goes in no particular order Yamin - our wonderful maid with the sweetest smile you have ever seen Nicole - so helpful and always time to help and chat to us Kannika - a wonderful chef and knowledgeable taking time to explain our menu in the straits Darwin - what a character nothing was too much trouble Benz - so friendly and also took time to come and speak and smile! Mithan - emerald bay wouldn't be the same without you! Mizan - loved your messages on our coffees and such high level of service at breakfast Saddik seemed to constantly be on hand to help Anram always took the time to find us and check everything was ok including coming to the jetty when we left to wave us off Thank you all, you truly made our stay very special and we hope to be back one day!!

Having spent a week at Tanjong jara resort we had 4 nights in Pangkor laut. A pristine,clean and very well run resort with something to please all ages. We choose a beach villa which was excellent as it was close to the pool, restaurants and reception so little walking was needed. The shuttle to and from the more far reaching areas was fast ,efficient and fun. Emerald Bay is the jewel in the crown of this resort. A beautiful scenic beach that is a joy to behold from the first time you see it till you have to sadly leave. The two young staff that work at the beach were exceptional and are always ready to meet your needs. One of the most natural beauty spots I have ever enjoyed. Another mention has to go to the housekeeping staff who kept the rooms spotless and who done the best turndown service I have ever experienced with some very special little touches that I thought were wonderful. Food was on most part excellent with Fisherman's cove been exceptionally good with it's fine dining and service. Uncle Lims was a bit of a disappointment for me as after reading the reviews I expected a lot better. Our waiter who had been serving us earlier in the day perfectly at beach restaurant was slow unattentive and had little or no information on the menu. The food served was not to the standard I had anticipated and while trying to get his attention while he stood talking at another table for at least 15 mins about his working experiences. I was casually brushed off with a wave of his hand. At that point I decided just to pay and leave. The one and only downer in what was really fantastic stay at a magical resort.