Description:
Voted Best Resort of the Year, Hospitality Asia Platinum Awards 2007-2008 Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi, an idyllic heaven of old charms is located on one of the finest beaches in Langkawi; set in 30 acres of lush, tropical greenery. It is traditionally inspired and architecturally designed like a Malaysian village or 'kampung' that dates back hundred of years. The intricately carved wooden chalets are raised on stilts - truly reminiscent of days gone by. While some guests may want to take advantage of the tranquility to laze around and soak up the sun at the beach or pools, there will never be a dull moment in this activity-oriented vacation resort. Amidst these heavenly settings, there is a wide choice of Malay traditional cuisine, authentic Chinese, Western favourites and Thai dishes as well popular BBQ delights featuring fresh seafood by the beachfront. Events/meeting planners will find Meritus Pelangi an ideal venue, combining perfect business programmes such as out-of-town seminars, product launches, team building activities and others in a conducive environment attended by creative banquet team. The high ceiling and pillarless Grand Ballroom with its glass bay window offers world-class banqueting set-up, state-of-the-art meeting/conference facilities as well as out of this world themed parties experience. Equipped with top quality lighting facilities, sound system and the best audio-visual equipment available to complement your function and banquet needs. Its spacious open terrace overlooking tropical gardens and drive-in facilities is also great for outdoor functions and motor or large equipment exhibitions. There are also 12 smaller meeting rooms to cater for 10 - 150 people. The hotel provides facilities like Airport transfer, Dry cleaning, Baby sitting service, Games room, Room service - 24 hrs, Ballroom, Gift shop, Safe deposit box, Banquet facilities, Bar, Gym / Fitness facilities, Barbecue area, Internet access - High-Speed, Spa Services (Massage, Facial, Steam Room, etc.), Internet access - Wireless, Beauty Salon/Hairdresser, Laundry service, Squash court, Swimming pool - outdoor, Business center, Lobby, Table tennis, Tennis court, Children's facilities, Non-smoking rooms, Tour desk, Concierge, Parking facilities - no cost, Pool Table, Conference facilities, Foosball, Currency exchange, Disabled facilities, Reception, Doctor on call, Restaurant.
Amenities:
- 24 Hour Reception
- Air Conditioned
- Airport shuttle
- Babysitting / Child Services
- Banquet Facilities
- Bar / Lounge
- Business Center
- Cable / Satellite TV
- CD Player
- Coffee / Tea Maker
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Concierge
- Conference Room(s)
- Currency Exchange
- Dry Cleaning
- DVD Player
- Fitness Room
- Free Breakfast
- Golf Course
- Gymnasium
- Hair Dryer
- Handicap Accessible
- High-speed Internet
- Housekeeping
- In Room Movies
- Laundry service
- Massage / Beauty Centre
- Medical Assistance Available
- Meeting Rooms
- Mini Bar
- Modem / Data Port
- Multilingual Staff
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Parking
- Porters
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe-Deposit Box
- Sauna
- Secretarial Service
- Security Guard
- Swimming pool
- Tennis Courts
- Tour Desk
- TV
- Wake-up Service
Check-in:
From 2:00 PM
Check-out:
Prior to 12:00 PM
Location Description:
- Officially declared Asias first geopark by Unesco on June 01 2007, Langkawi Island, an archipelago of 99 islands, is located just off the coast of North Western Malaysia. - Langkawi is one of Southeast Asias best island retreats offering travellers the perfect combination of sun and sea, islands and rainforest, peace and tranquillity, tradition and culture, simplicity and sophistication. - Time zone/ GMT +8 hours - Language(s) spoken/ Bahasa Malaysia is the official language but English is widely spoken. - Currency/ Malaysian currency is in Ringgit (RM), with most places accept travellers cheques and credit cards. - Climate/ Tropical climate with an average temperature of 32DegreeC and governed by the monsoon winds which produce a rainy season that lasts from September to December. - Working hours/ Langkawi has its weekends on Thursdays and Fridays, however business and commercial enterprises operate throughout Thursdays and close on Fridays. How to Get Here/ - By Air/ Malaysia Airlines and budget carrier AirAsia provide direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and LCCT respectively. Firefly services are from Penang to Langkawi. There are also flights direct from Singapore by SilkAir. - By Road/ Drive to Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis on the mainland - main take-off points by ferry to Langkawi. The journey from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Kedah takes six hours while Kuala Perlis is another hour away. - By Rail/ Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) provides economical and comfortable rail services from Kuala Lumpur to Alor Star in Kedah and Arau in Perlis (north of Kedah). From these points, take a taxi or bus to Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis for your ferry to Langkawi. By Sea/ Express ferries provide regular services daily to Langkawi from both Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and 45 minutes respectively. From Penang to Langkawi, the ferry takes about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Dining:
The premier restaurant in the resort, located in the main building, is built using timber with rugged wooden beam ceilings, ceiling fans and subtle lighting. Lining the walls are small alcoves with antique handicrafts and a variety of spices in jars, showing off Malaysia's rich culture.
Transportation:
Langkawi is located at north west of Malaysia. Situated on the west coast on the main island of Langkawi, the resort spreads over 30 acres of palm fringed beachfront facing Pulau Rebak Kecil. It is located 8km away from Langkawi International Airport. Is it also accessible via the Straits of Malacca from Penang, Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis jetty which takes about 2 1/2 hours, 1 hour and 45 minutes respectively from each jetty per way.
