Kuala Lumpur & the South

Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant, multicultural city with much to do and see. Whether stopping off here en route to Borneo or as part of a tour through Malaysia, it’s well worth a few days of your holiday. We’ve found the loveliest boutique hotels in the city and selected a few of the larger hotels that provide excellent service and something a little unique.

Melaka, once a critical port for world trade, is now a charming UNESCO-designated heritage city where you can discover the nation’s history simply by walking through town. While it can be visited in a day from Kuala Lumpur, we recommend spending a night or two in order to truly experience the charm of this little seaside city.

Kuala Lumpur

Melaka

The Majestic Malacca

Elegant hotel built around a 1920s Straits Settlement Mansion with impeccable service and luxurious appointments

Casa del Rio

Refined hotel along the river a short walk to many of Melaka's famous sights

Courtyard at Heeren

Boutique heritage hotel where each room is unique located in the midst of Melaka's lively old city

Kuala Lumpur

Bustling, vibrant Kuala Lumpur is home to an incredible array of old and new. Colonial architecture and modern skyscrapers, gourmet restaurants and simple street food stalls, luxurious hotels and shops, beautiful parks, mosques, and temples fill the city. The city is truly a feast for all five senses. More

Melaka

The port town of Melaka (formerly spelled Malacca) has been influenced by Portuguese, Dutch, British, Chinese, Indian, and Malay settlers and rulers. The resulting mix of culture, food, and architecture makes Melaka an ideal spot to see, taste, and experience the diversity that makes Malaysia such a unique part of Asia. Although you can visit in a day from Kuala Lumpur, we think it's worth an overnight visit. More

George Town

On the island of Penang sits the UNESCO-designated cultural highlight of George Town. It's home to some of the best food in the country, street art fun for all ages to find and enjoy, Chinese and Indian temples, British colonial buildings, pleasant beaches, a hill with stunning views of the area, and delightful boutique hotels. George Town truly offers a wealth of options for every visitor. More

Langkawi

Formally known as Langkawi, the Jewel of Kedah, the island boasts beaches, rainforest, monkeys, mangroves, and views to Thailand from an incredible hanging bridge atop Mount Mat. More

Cameron Highlands

Once the favoured hill station of British expatriates in Malaysia, the Cameron Highlands is a cool respite from the tropical heat. Tea plantations, giant rafflesia blooms, and a mossy forest that feels straight out of a story book can all be found here. More

Tioman Island

Well known to divers, Tioman is home to incredibly rich waters teeming with life, making for great snorkelling and diving. With beautiful beaches and pleasant walking trails through the jungle, it's a beautiful place to relax. Best visited March through mid-October as we don't recommend trying to reach the island during monsoon season. More

Perhentian Islands

The clear aquamarine South China Sea meets white sand beaches on the Perhentian and Redang islands. There are no roads on these islands, only foot paths and water taxis. We only recommend visiting between April and mid-October to avoid rough crossings and restaurants and resorts closed for monsoon season. More