The Datai Langkawi

Explore one of the most beautiful rainforests of Asia

Nestled in the heart of a 10-million-year-old rainforest, The Datai Langkawi is a captivating destination resort that blends into its natural surroundings. Situated on the mystical island of Langkawi, the resort’s lush tropical rainforest embraces each room, suite and villa, with private verandas and breathtaking views, offering the perfect escape and allows you to nurture to the full the well-being of your mind, body and spirit.

Datai Bay is rated as one of the top ten beaches in the world by National Geographic and, together with the resort’s surrounding jungle, is host to a wealth of wildlife, some of which is endemic to the area. You may well spot Dusky langurs, Tokay geckos and Sunda colugos during your stay.

Amenities at The Datai Langkawi

121 rooms, suites, and villas

All with views of the lush tropical rainforest, some with the vista of the Andaman Sea with Tarutao Island

The Gulai House offers a true dining experience

The Pavilion sits high on 30-metre stilts and serves Thai cuisine

Expert Malay, Thai, and Indian resident chefs

The Beach Club and Beach Bar consists of a lounge bar by the beach and a casual-dining restaurant

5 spa treatment villas offering Ramuan-based treatments

VOYA’s innovative skincare offered

The Health Club, The Boutique, water sports, pools, The Els Club Teluk Datai golf course

What to know about The Datai Langkawi

hotel address

Langkawi, Malaysia

closest airport

Langkawi International Airport

from airport

The hotel is a 40-minute drive from Kuah town and jetty to resort is 60 minutes.

About the Location

Set on the northwestern tip of the lush tropical island of Langkawi, off the coast of West Malaysia, The Datai Langkawi is truly an oasis of tranquillity surrounded by ancient, virgin rainforest.

Langkawi is truly a tropical paradise with year-round humidity and two seasons: dry (November to April) and wet (May to October), with average temperature highs during the peak season of 32°C/90°F, and lows of 25°C/77°F respectively. Its consistent climate means the Andaman Sea remains relatively calm all year long.

Highlights & Activities

Canopy Walk

Led by renowned naturalist and author Irshad Mobarak, guests are invited to head out on the Rimba Trail, an informative walk that runs through the coastal forest to an 18-metre high canopy walk overlooking the surrounding 750 hectare rainforest.

The Datai Bay Beach

Unspoilt as the ancient rainforest that fringes the shore of the Datai Bay. The white-sand beach curves gently in a protective crescent moon around the bay to create a stretch of sand that is 1.5 kilometres long and 30 metres wide at normal tide.

Nature Walk

A team of resident naturalists and marine biologists have curated on-site nature walk experiences and activities to allow you to discover the unique flora and fauna of the resort.

Taking on its responsibility to conserve and strengthen nature’s increasingly fragile resources and to reduce the negative impact of its footprint on the environment, The Datai Langkawi created The Datai Pledge, a four-pillared programme anchored on the single-minded objective of creating a sustainable environment for the future.

Pure for the Future underpins Datai Langkawi’s commitment to being a sustainable business through reducing the use of natural resources, reducing carbon footprint, achieving zero waste to the landfill, and regenerating natural systems

Seeking to address the prevalence of unsustainable fishing practice in the seas around Langkawi, which has negatively impacted marine biodiversity, The Datai Langkawi launched its Fish for the Future programme, which includes coral reef rehabilitation, community outreach, and artificial reef building.

In the last century, Langkawi has lost nearly half of its natural wildlands. The Datai Langkawi’s Wildlife for the Future programmes aim to protect and restore the natural heritage of the island through establishing wildlife corridors, repopulating natives tree species, and educating local stakeholders on the importance of reforesting, protecting, and conserving Langkawi’s natural heritage.

The Datai Langkawi recognizes the importance of involving young people in the conversation of sustainability, climate change, and the environment. In partnership with Green Growth Asia Foundation, the hotel spearheads programmes designed to educate youth on sustainability and conservation, and engender an appreciation of nature via teamwork and community engagement

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Hotel Location

The Datai Langkawi

Set on the northwestern tip of the lush tropical island of Langkawi, off the coast of West Malaysia, The Datai Langkawi is truly an oasis of tranquillity surrounded by ancient, virgin rainforest.

Hotel Address

Langkawi, Malaysia

Closest Airport

Langkawi International Airport

Travel Time From Airport

The hotel is a 40-minute drive from Kuah town and jetty to resort is 60 minutes.

RT+ Membership Perks

Receive $99 travel credit towards a 3 minimum night stay

-15% discount on Food and beverages ( excluding special promotions and Grands Crus)
-15% discount on Spa
-Early check in and/or late check out upon availability