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The Datai Langkawi

5.0 of 5
Jalan Teluk Datai, Langkawi 07000, Malaysia
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Ranked #4 of 82 hotels in Langkawi
4.5 of 5 stars 618 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Gulai house(24)
  • Thai restaurant(12)
  • Very good(11)
  • Rain forest(11)
  • Main building(10)
  • Dining room(9)
  • Beach Club(9)
  • Wild boars(8)
  • Star hotel(5)
  • Breakfast buffet(5)
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TomF33
Hong Kong, China
Contributor
14 reviews
19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This is a gorgeous resort in a perfect spot on Langkawi. It is "world class" in design and "world class" in price. We had a blast, chartered a boat for the week which picked us up at the hotel's beach, marveled at the beauty of the jungle, etc. The rooms are big, perfectly appointed and luxe. My only complaint is... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
17 February 2012

Dear Valued Guests Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences following your recent stay at The Datai Langkawi. I was most disturbed to learn about your disappointment over the unacceptable service extended to you by our associates and please accept my sincere apologies for any inconvenience that may have caused you. Please rest assured that I have... More

Judy F
Cambridge, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012

Just a wonderful place. Absolute chill out in luxury. My sixth visit and I will come again next year for sure. The staff are the best ever. So very kind and so helpful with absolute discretion. The pools and beach are divine, as is everything. Staff are the best ever. Whatever your wish is their command. They just want to... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
17 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to write to us your wonderful feedback and for being a loyal supporter of The Datai Langkawi. Your positive comments about the hotel, in particular of our associates are very much appreciated and am sure it will serve as a further source of inspiration for all of us, in... More

dipsykate
Montpellier, France
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed 5 days in this fantastic hotel for our honeymoon (before heading to Four seasons on the same island). We had honeymoon package and we were treated like special persons. First of all we were upgraded and stayed in a private villa. The spa and romantic diner were excellent. I enjoyed the most champagne and canapés after the love-bath... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
17 February 2012

Dear Valued guest, Thank you so very much for a wonderful review of The Datai Langkawi. The team and I really appreciate it. It is our top most priority to look after our guest the way we look after them at our home. We are glad that the services extended to you by The Datai Langkawi associates has exceeded your... More

JK27
Bournemouth
Reviewer
4 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

The Datai is perhaps the best hotel i have stayed in. This is not only due to the fantastic setting but also great personal service. If you are going to visit pay the extra to have one of the villas but not sure if i would bother with the extra money required to have the small plunge pool. Food in... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
11 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback following your recent stay at The Datai Langkawi Resort. Feedback from our guests is integral to our quest for excellence. We are delighted to learn how much you enjoyed your stay with us. Your positive comments about the hotel, in particular of our associates are much... More

gul1957
Singapore, Singapore
Senior Contributor
42 reviews
22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

I overlooked doing tyhis review of our family stay which was actually in Oct 2010. Spent 3 nights and were upgraded to a villa on arrival. The welcome by hotel staff was an experience in itself, and I have witnessed from just a few establishments that can match - warm and non-intrusive. After checking into our villa, which was just... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
11 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review of The Datai Langkawi. It is so gratifying to read that the services extended to you by The Datai Langkawi associates has exceeded your expectation and touched your heart. We are very grateful to you for your trust in us and your valuable comments give us extra energy to... More

ACF2010
Hanoi, Vietnam
Reviewer
5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

Long overdue review. Visited in June 2011 and it was quiet and peaceful. Far away from all other parts of the island, The Datai really is a pocket of absolute tranquility. Add fantastic accommodation (we stayed in a villa), superb restaurants and quiet, efficient and unobtrusive service and I could not be happier. Highly recommended. More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
5 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time and writing your positive review of The Datai Langkawi. The team really appreciates your recognition of their hard work and dedication to their guest. We are looking forward to your return to your favorite resort in Langkawi, Malaysia Kind regards Anthony A. Sebastian General Manager More

JimandColette
Hillsborough, Northern Ireland
Reviewer
3 reviews
17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

This was our fifth visit to the Datai. For the first time we stayed in a Villa as opposed to the main building. The Villa was much larger and we loved the space and privacy.The terrace was significantly larger than those in the main building and was a great place to relax. Other reviews have referred to the Villas as... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
4 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback following your recent stay with us I was very pleased to hear that your stay at The Datai, Langkawi was an enjoyable and memorable one. I have also noted your comments with regards to the slow service in the Dining Rooms and the noise from... More

KeenWalkerBristol
Bristol
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was our first visit to the Datai and we shall certainly be back. The hotel accommodation, staff, food and service are we think exceptional. There is a refreshing willingness to continually go beyond minimum standards to provide the highest quality. We stayed for 5 nights and tried all the restaurants - Thai, Indian/Malay and western. - and they were... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
4 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to write your wonderful review. It is so gratifying to read that we have far exceeded your expectations and we have won you as our new guest. We at The Datai mean it sincerely when we say, “Thank you for your Patronage”. One of our highest priorities is to win your... More

AsiaphileLondon
London
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Went back to the Datai as we wanted somewhere we knew as we were both in need of a relaxing break. It didn't disappoint. The rainforest was as wonderful as ever. If you like wildlife, it's amazing; the list of "spots" this time included a civet cat, the usual monkey troupes ( one with a golden baby monkey) and a... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
4 February 2012

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback following your recent stay at The Datai Langkawi. Feedback from our guests is integral to our quest for excellence. We are very delighted to learn how much you enjoyed your stay with us. Your positive comments about the hotel, in particular of our staff are much... More

GoodwoodSingapore
Singapore
Contributor
13 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Spent chinese new year here with another family (4 adults, 4 kids in total). When trying to confirm transport to the hotel a few days before it became apparent that one families booking had been omitted by the hotel (their mistake). They very kindly offered us a 4 bed villa just off site - Villa Hutan 2. We were disappointed... More

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Anthony Sebastian, General Manager at The Datai Langkawi, responded to this review
4 February 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for your constructive feedback with regards to your recent stay at The Datai Please do accept our sincere apologies for not being able to live upto your expectations. This provides us a great opportunity to further strengthen our service standards and close the loopholes. Rest assured I have taken note of all your challanges and I... More

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Address: Jalan Teluk Datai, Langkawi 07000, Malaysia

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