The Datai Langkawi first opened in 1993, and Traveloka's property data records its most recent renovation in 2018, so the resort pairs more than three decades of history on Datai Bay with a refreshed interior and room product. It is a 5-star beach resort on Jalan Teluk Datai in the far north-west of Langkawi, Kedah, and its official website describes the setting as a "pristine 10 million-year-old rainforest" running down to the sea. That combination of old-growth jungle behind and a sheltered bay in front is the defining feature of a stay here, and it shapes everything from the room design to the activities on offer.
The resort is compact for a property of its standing. Traveloka's listing counts 121 rooms spread over six floors, and the official site gives the same figure of 121 rooms, suites and villas, grouped into three collections: The Canopy Collection, The Rainforest Collection and The Beach Collection. The Datai Langkawi is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, and the resort's own site states that it holds EarthCheck Silver certification. Traveloka's policy information also notes that the property was included in the Condé Nast Gold List for 2020.
Datai Bay itself is a large part of the appeal. The official site says the beach has been named among the world's top ten beaches by National Geographic, and Traveloka's location data places Datai Bay and Pantai Teluk Datai within a 15-minute walk of the main building. Because the resort sits at the quiet northern tip of the island rather than in the busy south-west beach strip, guests looking for nightlife or a choice of street-side restaurants should plan on taking a car, while those after seclusion and nature will find the location works in their favour.
The official website sets out a clear ladder of categories across its three collections, which are listed below from the entry-level rooms upwards. Traveloka's live room list may show only some of these categories on any given date, so check the booking page for what is actually available for your dates. Across the resort, Traveloka's listing describes rooms as air-conditioned, with minibar items included, Smart televisions, phones, safes and desks, and bathrooms with separate deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showers.
The most numerous category, with 35 rooms of 63 square metres each according to the official site. Each has an outdoor balcony overlooking the rainforest canopy, making it the natural starting point for couples or solo travellers who mainly want the jungle setting.
Only five of these 63-square-metre rooms exist. Instead of a raised balcony, they open directly onto a private outdoor patio with seating and a sun umbrella, which suits guests who prefer stepping straight outside.
There are 14 Canopy Premium rooms, also 63 square metres, with balconies that look over the rainforest, the main swimming pool and out to the Andaman Sea. Choose this tier if a sea view matters more than extra floor space.
The 11 Canopy Suites range from 109 to 125 square metres and come with spacious verandas facing the rainforest. A single signature unit, The Datai Suite, measures 258 square metres and has a large private veranda with panoramic rainforest and sea views.
The Rainforest Collection places villas of 123 square metres on stilts in the heart of the jungle. Seven Rainforest Premium Villas add balcony views over the Anak Datai River, while the Rainforest Pool Villa grows to 175 square metres and includes a 7.6-metre pool with an extended deck and sun loungers.
The Beach Collection is the top of the range. The official site lists 13 One-Bedroom Beach Villas of 350 square metres and one Two-Bedroom Beach Villa of 750 square metres, each with a private pool, an outdoor area that leads onto the beach and butler service around the clock. At the very top sits The Datai Estate Villa, a five-bedroom residence of 3,500 square metres a short walk from the beach, which the resort describes as one of the largest of its kind in Asia.
Connecting or adjoining rooms are available on request, subject to availability, by contacting the property with the details on your booking confirmation. Children aged four and under stay free when sharing a parent's or guardian's room using existing bedding.
For a 121-room resort, The Datai Langkawi carries a broad list of facilities, and most of them lean towards wellness, water and nature rather than conventional city-hotel extras. Traveloka's listing and the resort's own site together confirm the following:
Guest services listed on Traveloka include a 24-hour receptionist, a concierge, porters, multilingual staff, luggage storage, laundry and dry-cleaning, and babysitting (a surcharge applies). Free WiFi is listed for guests, and the property has a lift and a safety deposit box at reception. For accessibility, Traveloka notes that the resort is wheelchair accessible and has an accessible bathroom, though guests with specific needs should confirm details for their room category before arrival.
Parking is available on site, with valet parking listed, but Traveloka also flags it as limited, so drivers arriving in a rental car may want to let the resort know in advance. Smoking is restricted to a designated smoking area.
The Datai Langkawi sits at the end of Jalan Teluk Datai in the Padang Matsirat district, on the island's north-western coast. This is the least built-up corner of Langkawi, and the drive in passes through forested hills before reaching the bay. According to Traveloka's location data, Langkawi International Airport (LGK) is about 28 km away, which usually means a scenic drive of under an hour.
Traveloka's property records list these distances to nearby places of interest:
The nearby golf course appears in Traveloka's data as Datai Golf Club; the resort's official site refers to it as The Els Club Teluk Datai, an 18-hole, par-72 championship course about five minutes away. Tee times must be reserved in advance by contacting the resort before arrival.
Travellers from Singapore can reach Langkawi by air, and it is worth comparing schedules when you book flights to Langkawi on Traveloka. On airport transfers, the sources differ: Traveloka's property data does not list an airport transfer service, while the listing description mentions a round-trip shuttle for a surcharge, so confirm transfer arrangements directly with the resort once you have booked. A rental car or taxi is otherwise the simplest way to cover the distance.
Because the nearest town-centre restaurants are a long drive away, most guests eat on site, and the resort has more choice than its size might suggest. The official website lists the following venues:
Traveloka's structured data counts one restaurant and one bar, while its own description refers to four restaurants, a bar or lounge and a beach bar; the official site's list above is the most complete picture. Traveloka's listing also mentions a snack bar and room service available around the clock.
Breakfast is listed among the property's facilities, and Traveloka's description notes that buffet breakfast runs daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. Whether breakfast is included therefore depends on the rate you choose, so check the room inclusions before you pay. For days out, the waterfalls, Sky Bridge and cable car to the south are popular half-day trips, and you can line them up in advance through Traveloka Xperience activities in Langkawi.
The clearest reason to choose The Datai Langkawi is its setting. Few resorts can offer rainforest rooms on stilts, a river view and a beach villa with its own pool all within the same 121-key property, and the official site's description of a 10-million-year-old rainforest backdrop explains why nature programming, from The Nature Centre to The Garden, sits at the centre of the guest experience.
The trade-off is distance: Cenang Beach and most of the island's shops lie over 30 km away, so the resort suits travellers who are happy to spend most of their time on site. If you would rather be near the southern beaches, it is easy to compare other hotels across Langkawi on Traveloka before deciding.
Contactless check-in and check-out are available, which helps on arrival after a long drive from the airport. When everything is in place, you can plan the rest of your trip from the Traveloka homepage.
As announced by Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Tourism Tax is imposed starting 1 January 2023 for all hotel guests that are non-Malaysian or non-permanent Residents of Malaysia. Please expect that hotel will collect the Tourism Tax from you during check-in at the hotel. The Tourism Tax rate is 10 RM per room per night.
Popular Facilities | Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 00:00 - to 12:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at The Datai Langkawi | 121 |
Number of floors in The Datai Langkawi | 6 |
Another facilities in The Datai Langkawi | Children pool, Limited parking, Valet parking, Breakfast, Snack bar |
