More about hotels in Redang Island
Placed in the district of Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Redang island is one of the largest east coast islands of Peninsular Malaysia. It is famous for its crystal clear water, soft blue sea, pristine white sandy beaches. Redang island which is maintained by marine sanctuary park also offers snorkelling and scuba diving packages for tourists. Most of the accommodations in Redang islands are resort-based. The largest beach is Pasir Panjang on the east side of the island where all the resorts there are rather expensive. More other reasonable resorts are at Teluk Dalam and Teluk Kalong. Like the rest of Malaysia's east coast, Redang is affected by the northeast monsoon from the South China Sea, so most resorts are closed and ferry transport schedules are severely restricted between October and March.
How to Get There
By Bus & Boat
From Kuala Lumpur, purchase your bus ticket and depart at Integrated South Terminal (TBS) to Kuala Terengganu. From the bus terminal, get a taxi to take you to Shahbandar jetty. Then, get your boat to Redang island. Public ferries usually depart from Shahbandar jetty. Another jetty is in Merang which the ferries are mostly operated by private resorts in Redang island. Therefore, you will have to take a bus from TBS straight to Merang.
By Plane
There is a small Redang Airport which is operated by Berjaya Air. It operates direct flights to the island from Kuala Lumpur's Subang Airport and Singapore's Changi Airport.
Tourist Attractions
Chinatown
Chinatown or previously known as Kampung Cina is located at Jalan Bandar. This humble little town has its own charms where there are colourful shop houses lining on both sides, eateries by Chinese, Malay and Indian, coffee shops, temples and budget hotels. It is nice to stroll down the small town especially when at night and do not forget to snap some pictures here.
Uptown Kontena
Sited at PT 31964, Kg.Tok Jembal, 21000 Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Uptown Kontena is a place where the visitors can try out Terengganu cuisine or other western cuisine when visiting Kuala Terengganu. Here is where the visitors can experience dining by the South Chinese Sea. The unique set-up of the stalls, the cold breeze and the tranquillity make the place perfect for the locals and the tourists. Do not forget to capture the moments there.
Hotels
The Taaras Beach and Spa Resort
Situated at Teluk Redang, 21090, The Taaras Beach and Spa Resort is undisputedly excellent. This five stars resort is sited at the most spectacular bays surrounded by one of the bluest oceans on the earth. It accommodates ten different categories of rooms, from deluxe to villa. This resort aims to provide guests’ utmost comfort and luxury. It provides recreation activities, diving packages and spa. Being here will surely makes the guests to never forget their experience in Redang island. The rate starts from RM1398 per night at Traveloka.com.
Redang Island Resort
Located at Teluk Siang , Redang Island, 21090, Redang Island Resort is a three stars stay that provides complete necessity for the guests. The beautiful wooden resort, with village like landscape and huge swimming pool will make the guests feel like staying in luxury resort. The room rate starts from RM280 at Traveloka.com.
Redang De’ Rimba Resort
Sited at Lot 171, Kg Baru Pulau Redang, 21090, Redang De’ Rimba is a budget stay suitable for backpackers. It provides small accommodations yet well-equipped with basic in-room amenities to ensure the guests to stay comfortably. The room rate start from RM180 per night. This is recommended if you are looking for a good budget stay.
