Hotels near Langkawi International Airport (LGK)

The Langkawi International airport is located at Padang Matsirat and is about 25 minutes drive from Kuah town. Being the entrance point to the duty free island, Langkawi International Airport was the airfield of Japanese and British army back then. Today, in order to cater to the increasing demand of tourist and business travellers, the airport has extended the terminal and runway to handle 2.5 million passengers annually and 1,000 passengers during peak hours. Also, this airport can accomodate B747 aircraft-type operation. It is well known for numerous sightseeing attractions, gastronomic venues and fun-filled activities as well as hosting for the biennial Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) which is an international aerospace event for aviation industry, with aero performances for the public. There are ample transportation around the airport. Taxi and car rental services are abundant at the arrival terminal. If you need to grab something either before and after your flight, you can find a few restaurants and shopping outlets along the arrival hall stretch. Some of standard facilites that are available here is the ATM, public phones, bank and money changer as well as free trolleys.

Tourist Attractions

Langkawi Night Market

Locally known as pasar malam, this place is basically a stretch of road that is temporarily closed to give way to a lively affair with many vendors setting up stalls and sell a wide range of items including local food & snacks, fresh produce, clothes, souvenirs & trinkets, watches, sunglasses, wallets & hand bags, paintings, DVDs and many other goods at easy prices. The best about thing about this night market is, prices can be lessened as much as possible as bargaining is widely practiced here. A paradise for a shopaholic, the night market is also a great place to try out diverse types of local delicacies.

Langkawi Cable Car

One of the popular tourist attraction in this Island, Langkawi Cable Car or sometimes known as Langkawi Sky Cab is located at the foothill of Machincang mountain. One of the highlight here is that you will get to experience the longest free span and curved bridge in the world with 125 meters in length or better known as the sky bridge. From the top, it is guaranteed that you will be amazed with breathtaking view of Langkawi at 700 meters above sea level. However, if you are visiting this place during public or school holidays, plan your trip wisely as the queue to get the ticket can be very time consuming.

Hotels

Century Langkasuka Resort

Located along tranquil stretch of private beaches, Century Hotels & Resorts is a charming resort designed with contemporary Malaysian architecture. Just 1.07 kilometres from Langkawi International Airport, and in a close proximity with other famous local attractions such as Beras Terbakar (2.00 km), Langkawi Night Market (2.41 km) and Pantai Cenang (4.90 km), Century Langkasuka Resort Langkawi promises a cozy stay. Some of the main amenities featured at this resort are a beach bar, fitness centre, kid club and many more. Also, car rentals, limousines and coach transfers can be arranged upon request. Get everything you're looking for with style and service you want, all at a great price.

Bon Ton Resort

With eight individually styled antique Malay villas, Bon Ton Resort is one of the island's most elegant, unique and intimate resorts. Nestled on a secluded land of a 100 year old coconut plantation, the villas are built around a pool and front onto a lotus lagoon, at Jalan Pantai Cenang. This unique resort is approximately 10 minutes drive from Langkawi International Airport. All villas here are featured with fridge, coffee and tea making facilities, complimentary mineral water, hairdryer, sarongs, local slippers, TV, CD/DVD player, WiFi throughout the resort as well as computer and printer for guest use. Also, there is a private dining room overlooking an idyllic lagoon that offers exclusive, romantic and private fine dining.