Pangkor Laut Resort

Best resort with private beach and excellent services. Been coming here over the many times over the last 30 yrs. well recommended for all Henry Gan , Malaysia

The special 'X' factor that makes a Hotel / Resort memorable are not only the facilities, amenities, food, rooms, etc but also the human factor. This Resort is already well known for its high standard and service as stated in the earlier reviews before mine. I expected to experience all of these but to add to the pleasure and pleasantness of our short stay at the Resort, we encountered friendliness, helpfulness and genuine greetings every where we went around the Resort. A simple good morning accompanied with a genuine smile from a Resort staff walking by or a staff stopping their work temporarily to greet us are enough to make you feel that you have friends among strangers. The staffs are helpful with our queries, giving us assistance whenever required without expressing it being a burden to them. Our encounters with Ms Viknes and Mr Harlem at the reception desk, Mr Hasan and Mr Mages at the restaurant, Mr Segar while attending to us at the Jetty and Mr Joey from F&B and other staffs leaves a memorable impression on our trip. Yes .. as expected, the Resort is wonderful and 'top-notch' .. but to have such staffs manning the Resort just takes it to a higher level which cannot be assessed by statistics and numbers. For us personally, this Resort is definitely the place to go to unwind and to untangle yourself from the outside world momentarily .. a short stay in paradise with the added 'human touch' thrown in ... how could you not have a wonderful and memorable experience?!!

When the opportunity arose to experience the newly refurbished villa at Pangkor Laut Resort, I didn’t hesitate for a second—I said yes, instantly. A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Wayne Lee (Vice Présidents, Opérations Resorts at YTL Hotels), Ms. Ivy Tan (General Manager of PLR), and of course, Mr. Mohannad Shaweesh (Director of Sales & Marketing for YTL Hotels and Resorts), for this wonderful invitation. From the moment we arrived at the Pangkor Laut Resort reception by the marina, we were welcomed with the signature warmth and impeccable hospitality that PLR is so well known for. As we stepped onto the jetty, I was personally greeted by Mr. Segar, a familiar face I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for years. After a delightful lunch, Mr. Segar graciously escorted us to the villa. It felt incredible to return to the Sea Villa—a special place I first stayed in back in 2010. Fifteen years on, it’s still as captivating as ever. After a short rest, we made our way to Emerald Bay to catch its world-famous sunset. We were lucky—the weather was perfect, and the view, simply unforgettable. Dinner at Fisherman’s Cove was yet another highlight. With a lovely table, beautifully prepared dishes, and heartfelt service, it truly felt like coming home. Throughout our stay, the team at Pangkor Laut Resort never missed an opportunity to offer a warm smile and a sincere greeting. It’s one of the many reasons I keep falling in love—not just with this property, but with all of YTL Hotels’ resorts across Malaysia. Will I return? Absolutely. In fact, let’s start counting down to Christmas this year—although perhaps I should first focus on training for the Chapman’s Challenge with my daughter in May 2026! (It’s ambitious, I know, but maybe I’ll start with one full lap of small steps around the Tuileries Gardens in Paris.) Would I recommend this magical place to my friends? Without question—1,000% yes. It was truly special to celebrate my 50++ birthday in style at Pangkor Laut Resort—a perfect prelude before flying off to Paris to continue the festivities. It feels so good to be back.

Not much activities here. Cannot access the resort much by foot as it’s quite steep. The resort needs to have more fun activities arranged for its guests. It’s a secluded resort, so only meant for those who like quiet time. Food options for vegetarians were limited.

The landscape, the setting are beyond serene. The staff from Managers down are amazingly friendly. Chapman's cove/ Emerald Bay is heavenly. An assortment of F&B outlets to give you variety. The rooms are super spacious and well equipped, clean and well stocked. The bed was comfortable. The pool clean. When we were there it seemed uncrowded - maybe guests were dispersed in the numerous F&B outlets. The jungle trail was good led by Einstein. It takes some effort to get to PLR, but one cannot expect to find a seaside resort with a jungle setting in a city. The external uncovered carpark was expensive - paid RM90 for 50 hours. There could have been some night entertainment eg piano recital/ music etc. The boat ride to/ from this private island is expensive if you miss their limited schedule