Some amazing vacation spots in Malaysia

you can forget your passport and flight tickets for these retreats...

If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway,  there’s no place better than home: Malaysia.. Here are some amazing gems within our lovely country where you can just escape and unwind for a few days.

In Kuala Lumpur itself!!

Villa Samadhi

One of Kuala Lumpur's best kept secret! Hidden within an upscale neighbourhood and discreet from street view, Villa Samadhi feels more like one big private villa rather than a boutique hotel. The entire residence is designed 

to look and oriented to evoke, in all essence, your own private villa in the city. 

The villa is only 10 minutes from the vivacious parts of KL city centre, like KLCC and Bukit Bintang. Its collection of 21 rooms is a cluster of highly-stylized units; each different, all spacious and none lack personal detailing. Some have direct access to the huge pool lagoon and most have balconies to laze and chill about while others are equipped with a kitchen. One most favourite in-room feature is the over-sized plunge tub in our big bathrooms.  

Villa Samadhi's facade is a design-collage of natural elements; of bamboo, dried grass and salvaged timber all raw yet refined, of earth tones and charcoal floors accented by bursts of contrasting colored fabrics and specks of exquisite Asian antiques.

Psst… TripAdvisor rated it #2 of 245 hotels in Kuala Lumpur.

Address:	No. 8, Jalan Madge, 55000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel:	+603 2143 2300
Reservation Tel:	+603 2161 0769
Email:	reservations@villasamadhi.com.my
Website:	http://www.villasamadhi.com.my
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/VillaSamadhi

 

Anggun Boutique Hotel

A hidden gem within the Golden Triangle, the cool retreat is as its name perfectly describes it: elegant. With the designs and furnishings (handmade, by the way) of a good ol’ Malaysian house, you’ll definitely feel at home instantly!

Psst… The building was once home to a very successful Chinese immigrant.

Address:	7 & 9, Tengkat Tong Shin, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel:	+603-2145 8003
Email:	reservations@anggunkl.com, hello@anggunkl.com
Website:	http://www.anggunkl.com
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/anggun90210

 One hour from KL 

Sekeping Serendah Retreat

 Situated in Rawang, Selangor, Sekeping Serendah or more fondly known to the public as the glasshouse in the jungle is a great place for you to plan a short trip out of the city with friends and family. What's more interesting than the concept of eco-accomodation is that the houses, divided into three types are kept as natural and industrial as possible with structures made out of steel, natural stones and other earthy elements. 

They referred to the houses as 'sheds' and it is intentionally kept far from lavishness, and closer to nature as possible. The sheds is only 5 minutes away from a sleepy town called Serendah, one hour north of Kuala Lumpur. Set within 5 acres of tropical rainforest, you can choose among the 7 types of sheds, all in different price ranges and facilities. 

Psst… There are also waterfalls, Orang Asli villages, fishing lakes, the Serendah golf course and jungle treks available nearby for you to explore.

 

Address:	N3.368050, E101.631150
Tel:	+6012 324 6552 (Christina)
Email:	serendah@sekeping.com
Website:	http://www.sekeping.com/serendah/home.html
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/sekepingretreats

 Melaka

Calanthe Artisan Loft

A natural home concept for “home away from home” – a place where the tourists are just as comfortable and content as if they were at home. A house with car porch. Located in the heart of the historical city Melaka, that is within walking distance to the UNESCO Historical Site, main business, shopping and entertainment districts

Psst… It’s just a few steps away from Jonker Street.

Address:	16, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, (Heeren Street), 75200 Melaka
Tel:	+6019 656 5619, +6019 355 9829
Email:	calantheartisanloft@gmail.com
Website:	http://calantheartisanloft.webs.com/
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/pages/Calanthe-Artisan-Loft/507937325901044

 Penang 

Macalister Mansion

Formerly a British shipping port, Penang's George Town is now a vibrant international metropolis. A UNESCO World Heritage site city, George Town strives to strike a balance between past and future, preserving its heritage buildings as it continues to develop into a vital center of industry and tourism. Experience this unique combination for yourself at Macalister Mansion, a quirky and sophisticated lifestyle destination that nods both to Penang's colonial past and to its colorful present. Each room has its own bespoke features and artwork, from the privately commissioned love sonnet in the Bridal Suite, to the spiral staircase and turret room in Room 4, to the Grace Tan textile piece in Room 7 which pays tribute to the tartan colors of the Macalister clan. The rest of the hotel is equally thought-out: two restaurants offer options for casual or fine dining, a mosaic lap pool is attached to a "swim-up" bar, and visitors to The Cellar can enjoy a glass of exquisite wine or champagne.

Psst… CNN listed it as one of its 9 Best Luxury Resorts in Malaysia!

Address:	228 Macalister Road, 10400 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Tel:	+604 2283 888, +6012 632 7729
Email:	contactus@macalistermansion.com
Website:	http://www.macalistermansion.com
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/Macalister.Mansion

 Ipoh 

Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat

Rejuvenating geothermal hot springs, cascading waterfalls, natural caves; this place is fully equipped with the resources to put your body, mind and soul back to its peaceful balance. Located in a valley and surrounded by 280 million-year old towering Paleozoic limestone hills and a lush rainforest, it’s definitely a sanctuary!

Psst… Other facilities include: a Thermal Steam Cave, Ice Bath, Garra Rufa Doctor Fish Pool, geothermal-heated swimming pool, Spa & Wellness Centre, jacuzzi and many more!

Address:	No. 1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway 3, Sunway City Ipoh, 31150 Ipoh, Perak Darul Ridzuan, Malaysia
Tel:	+605-210 7777
Email:	info.kl@thebanjaran.com
Website:	http://www.thebanjaran.com
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/banjaranhotsprings

 Seremban 

The Shorea

The Shorea is an architect’s family retreat, built within a tropical forest reserve. Its secluded villas are set on natural terrains, with meandering paths leading down to a jungle stream, a waterfall within the Berembun Forest Reserve; it is the ultimate forest getaway.

Most of the resort is also constructed using recycled shorea timber, including main roof beams, timber pillars, staircases, balustrades, and timber bridge

Psst… You’ll also get to catch the beautiful sunrise and sunset at the Sun Decks.

Address:	Kampung Kolam Air, Mukim Pantai, Jalan Jelebu, 71770 Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Tel:	+6017 338 5698
Email:	info@theshorea.com
Website:	http://www.theshorea.com
Facebook:	https://www.facebook.com/TheShorea