Hotel Aryani Resort, Terengganu
Jalan Rhu, Tapai, Merang, 21010 Setiu, 21010 Terengganu Darul Iman, Malaysia

Location
The hotel is located on the secluded coast of Merang. This personalised resort is set amist tranquil natural surroundings and is befitted with traditional features. It provides a much-welcomed relief from the hectic hustle and bustle of urban existence. Kuantan is a 90-minute drive away, while Kraftangan Malaysia Handcraft Centre and the traditional fisherman´s house are both 45 minutes away. Setera Semai Silk Weaving Centre is just 30 minutes away by car.

Hotel description
Sprawling across 9 acres, the 20-room resort is built in vernacular architectural style. The refined elegance of classical Malay architecture was inspired by the Sultan´s Palace during ancient days. It is the epitome of Malay culture with the rich handicraft and culture heritage of Terengganu. The resort consists of a restaurant, the main building, as well as four types of villas, namely the heritage suite, modern suite, deluxe and superior rooms. It offers 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, as well as room and laundry services. Parking facilities are also available for guests arriving by car.

Room description
All villa units have their own private garden and gateways with an outdoor sunken bathtub in an intimate garden setting. Other unique features of the resort include the 100-year old timber heritage suite, which was dismantled before being transported and then rebuilt on the resort site. The suite is a part of the original timber palaces complex of royal households from the last century. All the rooms come with an en suite bathroom, direct dial telephone, television, mini-fridge and individually adjustable air conditioning.

Sport
Guests can rejuvenate mind, body and soul at the Heritage Spa, a proud feature of the resort. The tastefully appointed Heritage Spa offers total relaxation in the most exquisite surrounding. Be it a traditional massage by the poolside, or a facial treatment in a private room at the spa, the services on offer are designed to reduce tension and soothe guest´s cares away. The central courtyard, which resembles an ancient village square, has a swimming pool with three elevated pavilions built around it. It serves as one of the central recreational areas and is known for the traditional performances staged there, making it a popular location amongst guests. Cycling is also an option.

Additional Information
The Serai restaurant serves local and western favourites for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

How to get to the hotel
The hotel is located some 30 minutes north of Kuala Terengganu and 20 minutes from the airport. Follow the main route north towards Merang, Permaisuri or Kota Bharu. It is a few minutes away from Merang Jetty, the main departure point for Pulau Redang and Pulau Lang Tengah.

Hotel Berjaya Redang Beach Resort
Po Box 126, Main Post Office, 20928 Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

Location
Surrounded by pristine blue waters, powder-white sands and one of the most stunning beaches in Malaysia, this beach resort is located off the coast of Terengganu, in an archipelago of islands touted as Malaysia´s premier marine park. The hotel is on the north of the magical Redang Island where visitors are lured by lush tropical rainforest. It is ideally situated in Teluk Dalam Kecil where the calm waters of the bay encourage a range of water sports.

Hotel description
This family-friendly beach hotel comprises a total of 273 rooms and suites arranged in typical Malaysian-style chalets. The club resort offers guests a lobby with a reception desk manned around the clock, a safe and a restaurant. Guests´ comfort and convenience is insured with a shuttle between the spa resort and the beach resort.

Room description
All rooms are comfortably furnished and fully equipped with modern amenities. They come with an en suite bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer as well as a direct dial telephone and a TV. A mini fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, individually adjustable air conditioning and a safe are also provided in all accommodation as standard. The Superior rooms are two-storey Malaysian-style timber framed longhouses with garden views. The Deluxe Chalets are also two-storey Malaysian-style timber framed houses with a total of 4 rooms in one chalet. Rooms in the sea-facing category overlook beautiful panoramic views of the ocean. The suites also feature sea views and consist of 2 bedrooms; one master bedroom with a king-size bed, en suite bathroom with a bath and 1 twin bedroom with en suite bathroom and shower. The Royal Suite accommodation is an exclusive one-bedroom suite with Jacuzzi, separate shower room, living and dining room with one kitchenette equipped with refrigerator and microwave oven. The 130 new rooms located on the resort´s hillside are the Redang Hill View and Redang Sea View categories.

Sport
The Berjaya Redang Beach Resort and Berjaya Redang Spa Resort offer a fabulous range of activities for the entire family, from kids to adults. The leisure activities include an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and parasols, a games room, tennis facilities, volleyball and beach volleyball, billiards, football and jungle trekking. Sun loungers are also available on the sandy beach and the hotel offers guests a range of spa treatments. The exotic beachfront resort in its secluded, calm bay offers the best water sports such as banana boating, canoeing, snorkelling, island hopping and sunset cruises. Fish feeding at the Marine Park is a must. Redang Island is recognised as one of the best coral and marine ecosystems in Malaysia, and it is becoming a major spot for eco-tourism. It is home to a colourful brilliance of underwater life with over 55 genera of corals and 100 species of fish.

Additional Information
Breakfast is available to guests each morning, and lunch and the evening meal may be chosen from a set menu. The hotel features an all-day dining restaurant, lounge and beach bar at both the Berjaya Redang Beach Resort and the Berjaya Redang Spa Resort, offering an extensive range of Malaysian and International cuisine. Guests are invited to enjoy live entertainment after-hours while sipping exotic cocktails at the Ocean Terrace & Lounge together with friends and family. In addition, guests may unwind (or rewind!) at the Karaoke Lounge & Bar with its array of song albums for selection.

How to get to the hotel
Berjaya Air has made travelling easier with a daily flight of only 1 hour 15 minutes journey-time from Kuala Lumpur (Subang Airport) to Redang and from Singapore (Seletar Airport) to Redang on 48-seat Dash 7 aircraft for 1 hour 25 minutes. Daily flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) via Malaysia Airline (MAS) and Air Asia to Kuala Terengganu Airport are also available.

Remarks
All passengers are advised to travel to the resort early in the day to avoid missing the ferry services from Shahbandar or Merang Jetty to Redang Island. The ferry/catamaran transfer is subject to sea and weather conditions. The resort is not liable for compensation due to changes in the weather.

Hotel Best Western Merang Suria Res
Lot 1841 Kampung Rhu Tapai, Merang 21010, Terengganu, Malaysia

Hotel description
Ideally located on a long white sandy beach overlooking the azure waters of South China Sea, you will find a host of activities such as canoeing at the lagoon, fishing, visiting tranquil villages nearby, or shopping for local handicrafts and delicacies. Whether for adventure or mere relaxation - you will find something to do to while away your free time while being lulled by the charms of the natural surroundings. For deep-sea diving enthusiasts, Merang town is also the gateway to the nearby diving haven islands. PO0307

Location
Situated on a 37-acre picturesque land in Tanjung Rhu Tapai, the resort is only 30 minutes drive from Kuala Terengganu airport.

Room description
The rooms are tastefully furnished with stylish Balinese teak furniture. The well-appointed rooms have a view of the breathtaking ocean through large windows for rooms on the upper levels or by the spacious balcony for ground floor accommodations. All rooms are equipped with modern conveniences to ensure your comfort.

Hotel lobby
Cosy lobby with seating area.

Hotel restaurant
The Bunga Padi Restaurant offers a selection of delectable Malaysian and Western delights

Hotel Grand Continental Kuala Terengganu
Jalan Sultan Zainal Abidin Daerah 8, K.terengganu, 20000 Terengganu, Malaysia

Location
This city hotel is ideally located just a few minutes stroll away from the Shahbandar jetty and the river mouth where fishermen unload their daily catch. Famous landmarks surrounding the hotel include the Floating Mosque, the bustling Pasar Payang as well as various historic, commercial and government buildings. Dungun is a 90-minute drive away, while Setera Semai Silk-Weaving Centre and the traditional fisherman´s house are both 45 minutes away. It is 30 minutes by car to Kraftangan Malaysia-Handicraft Centre.

Hotel description
The hotel is a beautifully designed building with a breathtaking view of the brilliant South China Sea and overlooking the rustic villages of Terengganu, offering a total of 190 rooms. The hotel is air-conditioned and has a lobby with a hotel safe and lift access. A restaurant, café, as well as room and laundry services feature. The hotel provides good conference and banquet facilities for business guests. Parking facilities are available for guests arriving by car.

Room description
The rooms are adequate, reasonable in size and come with all the comforts necessary to ensure an enjoyable stay. Amenities include an en suite bathroom, direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, individually adjustable air conditioning and a safe deposit box as standard.

Sport
Guests may go for a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool.

Additional Information
Jala Mas Coffee House is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers a large variety of local and international cuisine. Pastries and cakes are served daily.

Hotel Perhentian Island Resort, Terengganu
55a-55b,bgn.terminal Pelancongan,jalan Pasar, Kuala Besut, Terengganu, Malaysia

Location
This resort lies across the clear blue seas of Terengganu, an unspoilt paradise. Nestled on Perhentian Island, on a private sandy beach, in a natural environment that time almost forgot, every moment is a pleasure. Far away from the pressure of the busy city - with blue skies, white sandy beaches and turquoise sea - it´s truly a dream holiday spot.

Hotel description
This family-friendly beach hotel offers more than 100 spacious chalets, including 3 types featuring different views: Beach View Chalets, Hill View Chalets and Deluxe Chalets. With a lush forest backdrop and beautiful coral reefs right in front of the resort, guests will be surrounded by beauty in every direction. Whether looking for the perfect dive resort, or a weekend beach escape, this hotel is a perfect gateway for business travellers and holidaymakers alike. Facilities available at this club resort include a lobby area and a restaurant.

Room description
All rooms come with an en suite bathroom with a shower as well as a direct dial telephone, tea/coffee maker and individually adjustable air conditioning.

Sport
Guests are encouraged to refresh themselves with a long list of fun activities in the sun. Get out and have fun on the tennis court. Volleyball and beach football are available to be enjoyed too. Join an underwater adventure for both experienced scuba divers and those that want to learn. Sit back and relax by the beach whilst enjoying the fresh air, try canoeing or play in the sand. Sing your heart out in the karaoke room, which offers a wide selection of contemporary songs in English, Malay, Mandarin, Japanese and more.

Additional Information
Breakfast is on offer to guests every morning and lunch and an evening meal may be selected from a set menu. With magnificent views of the Teluk Pauh beach, the airy and cosy Pinang Seribu restaurant serves a variety of Malaysian and western fare.

Remarks
The Karaoke room is available from 10 am till 12 midnight for a fee of RM 20 per hour. There are no banks in Kuala Besut town or on the Perhentian Islands. The nearest bank is in Jerteh town which is half an hour away by car from Kuala Besut.

Hotel Primula Beach Resort
Jalan Persinggahan, 20400 Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

Hotel description
The hotel is very nice, well maintainance with a good location of the white sandy beach and easy distance to commercial district and tourism hub. PO0307

Location
The Primula Beach Resort is conveniently located just 1 km from the Kuala Terengganu City Centre and 12 km from the Sultan Mahmud airport.

Room description
Luxuriously furnished with an intricate blend of Eastern and Western influences, Wake up to the mesmerising sights of the rolling sea or to the captivating sounds of nature singing her morning call. All rooms are fully equipped to international standard with tea and coffee making facilities.

Hotel lobby
Very bright with a big glass window over look the beautiful white beach.

Hotel restaurant
Rhu-Sila Coffee House Situated at the lobby level, the Rhu-Sila Coffee House offers an extensive array of buffets with a blend of international and local fare. Open daily from 6:30AM to 1:00AM.

Hotel Renaissance Hotel Kota Bahru
Kota Sri Mutiara,jalan Sultan Yahya Petra, 15150 Kelantan Darul Naim, Terengganu, Malaysia

Location
This city hotel is connected to a shopping centre in the heart of Kota Bharu: the capital city of Kelantan state on the northeast coast of Malaysia. Situated in a prime location, this full-service hotel offers easy access to the central business district, entertainment, restaurants and shopping. Both the Handicraft Village and Craft Museum and the Royal Museum are about a half-hour drive away.

Hotel description
The hotel is equipped with state-of-the-art meeting and function facilities including a grand ballroom with permanent stage, the latest in audio-visual equipment and a series of smaller private rooms. The hotel offers 298 guestrooms. It is air-conditioned, with a hotel safe, currency exchange, lift as well as restaurant and parking facilities.

Room description
All rooms are equipped with standard in-room amenities that provide comfort for both leisure and business travellers. These amenities include en suite bathroom, direct dial telephone, TV, radio, mini-fridge, tea/coffee making facilities, central heating and safe deposit box.

Sport
For relaxation, guests can take advantage of the leisure facilities provided on the hotel´s property, including tennis courts, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and squash courts.

Additional Information
Breakfast is available. Lunch and dinner are served from a set menu.

Hotel Senja Bay Resort
Coral Bay (Teluk Aur), Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Terengganu, Malaysia

Hotel description
This resort is for nature lovers, there is monitor lizards, tokay gheckos and red tailed squirrels to spot. The beach is peaceful and quiet, perfect for couples, honeymooners and families looking for a holiday away from the hustle and bustle. PO0407

Location
A short flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu, following by an hour by road to the fishing village of Kuala Besut. From there, it is just 30 minutes by speedboat ride to the resort.

Room description
All the rooms have splendid views of the sea and at sunset the higher you are the more spectacular is the view. At the hotel, a unique 2 water system is used comprising well water for showering and washing with sea water for toilet flushing. The resort uses 2 diesel generators for electricity alternating every 12 hours.

Hotel lobby
Cosy open concept lobby.

Hotel restaurant
There is a restaurant serving Western and Asian dishes from 7am to 11m daily.

Hotel Tanjong Jara Resort
Batu 8 Off Jalan Dungun, 21300 Dungun, Terengganu, Malaysia

Hotel description
Located on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, Tanjong Jara Resort is a sanctuary of luxury and well-being steeped in age-old Malay traditions. Designed to reflect the elegance and grandeur of 17th century Malay palaces, Tanjong Jara is a 99-room resort with an authentic taste of the region's spirit and an enduring embodiment of the gentle Malay arts of service and hospitality. The philosophy of the Resort is as unique as the Resort itself. Based on the Malay concept of Sucimurni, which emphasises purity of spirit, health and well-being, Tanjong Jara encourages true rejuvenation of both body and spirit. Tanjong Jara is an opportunity to withdraw from the pressures of this ever-changing world by offering you a chance to immerse yourself in a place of serenity and beauty. Authentic in architecture and attitude, always warm and welcoming, it is an environment to let go, to relax deeply and take time to rediscover yourself, your family or your friends; all this whilst staff members drawn from the local villages truly live the age old legacy of Malaysian warmth and hospitality. At Tanjong Jara you can choose from a wide variety of possible experiences - lazy and languid, energetic and outdoors, indulgent and regenerative, cultural and enlightening - it is your choice whether you fold them into a single visit, or you craft each visit differently to meet your needs.06/08FW

Location
Tanjong Jara Resort is situated on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, between Kuala Terengganu in the North and Kuantan in the South. The Resort is built on a 17-hectare site facing the South China Sea. The riverine town of Dungun lies west of Tanjong Jara and is eight kilometres away. The Resort is accessible by road from all major cities within Peninsular Malaysia. It is approximately a mile away from the expressway and one hour drive from Kuala Terengganu Airport. The Resort provides transfers via limousine services from the Kuala Terengganu Airport, Kerteh Airport, Kuantan Airport (in the state of Pahang), or Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at Sepang.

Room description
These 44 rooms are situated above the Serambi Rooms and are similar in size and furnishings, excluding private terraces where the windows open out to a magnificent view of the ocean and gardens.

Hotel lobby
Modern contemporer an open air lobby.

Hotel restaurant
Guests are welcomed with our famed Roselle drink, made from the extract of Hibiscus flowers - the same ingredient used in our secret recipe for Roselle chicken. Each day the ringing bell at noon signals the arrival of the day's catch. In Tanjong Jara, the fare on offer is matched in variety only by the settings where you can savour your meal. Gazing out to sea at the Nelayan, under the shade of rustling palms at Teratai Terrace or over the meandering river at Di Atas Sungei. 'Di Atas Sungei' is Malay for 'Above The River' so guests will find it easy to spot this restaurant which literally sits above a river that flows into the South China Sea. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery, and shaded by a huge Ketapang tree, the restaurant opens for breakfast and dinner, and serves authentic Malaysian cuisine. Steamboat, Asia's most popular dining style, is served during dinner. Tender meat, fresh fish, seafood and a variety of garden fresh vegetables are steeped in a savoury simmering broth providing an authentic taste of the region. Enjoy pre-dinner or after-dinner drinks to the soothing sounds of Gamelan music and the cool breeze from the sea. 'Nelayan' in the Malay language means 'Fisherman'. Befitting the restaurant's name, seafood is the speciality of this outlet. Situated by the sea, the atmosphere at The Nelayan is relaxed and informal. A variety of local and Western light meals are served for lunch and the Resort's own fishermen bring in the catch of the day for dinner. Weather permitting, guests have the option of enjoying a delightful alfresco dining experience on the beach featuring bamboo torches and the gentle sound of the waves.

Hotel Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu
Batu 8, Off Dungun, 23000 Dungun, 23000 Terengganu Darul Iman, Malaysia

Location
The resort is located on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, between Kuala Terengganu in the North and Kuantan in the South. The resort is built on a 17-hectare site facing the South China Sea. The river town of Dungun lies to the West of Tanjong Jara, around 8 km away, and it is around a 20-minute car ride to the Dungun Night Market.

Hotel description
This beach hotel was constructed in 17th century traditional Malay architectural style and won the coveted Aga Khan Award for Architecture. The design of the resort is derived from the elegantly-crafted wooden palaces of Malay sultans from long ago and it involved extensive research into traditional forms of craftsmanship, mainly from the east coast of Malaysia. Malay culture and heritage are clearly present in every aspect of this resort, from the way the rooms and suites are designed, to the elaborate detailing in the woodwork and the Gamelan music played every evening. This family-friendly, air-conditioned establishment offers guests a 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a lift, a pub and a restaurant. In addition, conference facilities, a WLAN access point, room and laundry services and parking are available.

Room description
Every room is intricately designed, using rich local timbers and tastefully furnished with luxurious local fabrics. The rooms are all positioned so as to offer panoramic views of the South China Sea as well as the beautiful tropical landscaped gardens. All rooms have satellite TV, a direct dial telephone with international dialling, tea and coffee making facilities, an in-room safe and a fridge as well as centrally regulated air conditioning, an en suite bathroom with toiletries, a writing table, and a hairdryer. The resort offers guests a choice of three types of accommodation.

Sport
The award-winning Tanjong Club is a complex of structures, gardens and pools, housing a state-of-the-art gym, and a therapy centre that features programmes for relaxation and stress relief. Based on Malay healing treatments, traditional Malay medicine and treatment is a national treasure that has been handed down from generation to generation. Stretching back more than a thousand years, the practice is believed to have its origin in the convergence of Malay, Arab, Indian and Chinese influence during the days of the Melaka Sultanate. At the Tanjong Club, these long-held health and beauty secrets are revived. Guests may treat themselves to the traditional recipes born of age-old customs, a unique blend of natural ingredients found in various indigenous herbs and plants as well as remedies for total health and beauty in the authentic Malay tradition. As a memento of guests´ experience with us at Tanjong Jara, a Batik Sarong is presented daily with treatments.

Additional Information
Di Atas Sungei is Malay for Above The River so guests will find it easy to spot this restaurant which literally sits above a river that flows into the South China Sea. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery and in the shade of a huge Ketapang tree, the restaurant opens for breakfast and dinner, and serves authentic Malaysian cuisine. The midday and evening meals are available in buffet form or may be ordered à la carte or from a set menu.