Everyone needs that island getaway at least once in their lives. Imagine opening your windows to the view of a serene white sand beach and lots of coconut trees, away from the noisy urban jungle of skyscrapers all around where you barely even have time to look up at the sky?
Redang Island is a trending destination among Malaysians who are looking for a nice island holiday without spending too much money, and it’s easy to understand why. If you’re still looking for the perfect place to stay during your vacation, let this list give you some ideas!
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1. The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort
Wake up to a magnificent sunrise over the stunning beach at the luxurious The Taaras Beach & Spa Resort. The spacious rooms come with a balcony where you can sit down with a book or a cup of tea (or both!) and watch all the blues and greens outside. In some rooms, you can even do so while soaking in your tub!
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If you don’t feel like spending the day roaming around the island, why not just stay in? Go take a dip or chill by the hotel’s swimming pool, work out at the fully equipped fitness center, or relax with a massage or body treatment at the spa. Not being pampered enough is not a concern here. With all the comfort of your room and these facilities, you’d probably refuse to leave the resort!
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And that’s not all! Is a cozy and intimate island wedding ceremony with only your family and close friends your dream? At The Taaras, you can celebrate your love with your partner under the blue sky surrounded by the wonders of nature. Just reserve your dates and leave it to the professional team to work their magic.
Address: P.O.Box 126, Main Post Office, 20928 Redang Island, Terengganu
Contact: 09-630 8888 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM695 per night
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2. Redang Beach Resort
Located right on the beach, Redang Beach Resort is where you can put on your shades, stretch out your legs and let the sun and breeze embrace you. The direct access to beach also means you can (almost) catch the wave you see coming from your room’s window!
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This sunny resort offers 120 newly built chalets – all air-conditioned and with attached bathrooms – to cater to your vacation needs and size. Whether you’re here for honeymoon or with a large group, Redang Beach Resort has enough space for you!
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If you find planning activities too troublesome, worry not because Redang Beach Resort also offers a 3D2N package which includes a visit to Marine Conservation Park, snorkelling trips (twice daily) as well as 5 meals a day! At night, there’s a live band or DJ to provide entertainment at the restaurant.
Address: No. 2, Jalan Kampung Dalam, Pulau Redang, 20100 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
Contact: 09-623 8188 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM499 per night
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3. Redang Island Resort
Located at Teluk Siang, south of the island, the architecture of Redang Island Resort will blow you away. The boutique resort will greet you with its aesthetically stunning main building, where the breezy open-air lobby with wooden furnishings and a high ceiling is at.
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All 98 chalets are equipped with a private balcony, ensuite (modern!) bathroom, cable TV and other amenities. Also, you can choose to be surrounded by the tropical greeneries or the gleaming sea, as Redang Island Resort lets you pick between Rainforest Chalet or Seaview Chalet. Choosing the right ambience determines the mood for your vacation, so pick well!
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Redang Island Resort also offers a package that includes the ferry transfer between Shahbandar Jetty and Redang Jetty, a visit to the marine park and snorkelling trips. Of course, if you’re not in the mood to spend the day in the sun, just head to the resort’s spa to treat your body!
Address: Teluk Siang, Redang Island, 20710 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
Contact: 09-630 8787 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM292 per night
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4. Wisana Village
Name a better way to spend your holiday than waking up and falling asleep to the sound of waves, I’ll wait.
Located on a private beach of Teluk Kalong Kechil, Wisana Village is run by a small yet close knit family-like team who built the village with so much love and care so that it can be a home to the guests as much as it is home to them. Since the resort is the only one there is on the white sandy beach, privacy and peace can be guaranteed here.
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Being only several steps away from the beach, Wisana Village also offers panoramic views of the neighbouring islands including Kerengga Island, Lima Island and Ekor Tebu Island. Aside from that, the resort’s house reef which is just a stone’s throw away is home to colourful fish and corals. That’s not all! If you’re lucky, you might even come across some turtles here.
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Well, while you might not find a spa at Wisana Village, you’ll find a simple yet charming open-air communal reading area here where you can simply lounge with a novel in hand (they have a rack-ful of books for you!) or just laze around there while enjoying the best view of the blue sea from the best seat.
Address: Teluk Kalong, Redang Island, 21090 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
Contact: 012-6297875 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM225 per night
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5. Laguna Redang Island Resort
Some of you might recognize this place from the Hong Kong film “Summer Holiday”, starring the popular Richie Ren and Sammi Cheng. Laguna Redang Island Resort sits along the shore of one of Redang Island’s best beaches and boasts of grand traditional Malay architecture with a contemporary touch. It’s no wonder why this resort was picked to be the filming location!
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6 types of room are available, including connecting rooms as well as a disabled-friendly room. The rooms, which overlook the sea or forest depending on your choice, are remarkably comfortable and clean with plenty of space to move about. Some rooms even have an extended balcony with lounge chairs where you can chill and bask in the sun.
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Another great quality of the resort is the wide range of facilities it has to offer. Besides having the largest swimming pool on the island, Laguna Resort also has the best Dive Centre where you can rent all sort of equipment and get lessons and courses from their PADI-certified instructors.
Also, don’t forget to drop by and snap a picture in front of More More Tea Inn Gift Shop. The iconic pastel colour building was initially built and designed for the movie filming, but it was restored and kept and currently operates as the resort’s souvenir store.
Address: Pasir Panjang, Redang Island, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
Contact: 03-2141 1188 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM609 per night
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6. Sari Pacifica Beach Resort & Spa
Leave your problems behind and de-stress at the sunny Sari Pacifica Beach Resort & Spa. Set right by the white sandy beach with the lush green forest as the backdrop, this resort is a paradise for those who wish to escape the hectic city for a while.
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The tropical style villas are spacious enough to fit a sitting area complete with TV and mini fridge, a walk-in closet, a private balcony and even a tub in the bathroom! Go for the seafront villa so that you can watch the sea without leaving your room and listen to the sound of waves lapping the shore even as you lie down in your bed.
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One of Sari Pacifica’s unique features is the swimming pool that sits right next to the beach and without barriers or gates so you can walk right over anytime you want. If that’s not enough, Sari Dewi Spa is always ready to welcome you with their massage and spa service, which they can do by the beach pavilion or lounge if you like!
Address: Redang Island, 20000 Pulau Redang, Terengganu
Contact: 03-6211 1055 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM408 per night
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7. Redang De’ Rimba Resort
As the name suggests, Redang De’ Rimba Resort is not exactly situated right off the coast, but tucked away in the jungle. The resort sits on a highland, which gives you the best view of the green forest and the emerald sea.
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Since the resort is a little isolated from everything else, there’s not much going around. But fret not because all the water activities will keep you occupied! You can rent necessary equipment for snorkelling or diving, and you even can rent a boat if you wish to go further out. Meanwhile, if you prefer to travel by land, rental motorcycles are also available.
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All 4 types of rooms come with a private balcony where you can sit and listen to the crickets. The rooms are simply equipped with air-conditioner, water heater and Wi-Fi.
#HHWT Tip: The rooms on the higher grounds also means that you would need to climb more stairs to reach there, so if you’re not up for that, make sure you request for a room on the lower ground!
Address: Lot 171, Kg Baru Pulau Redang, 21090 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
Contact: 09-630 2887 | Website | Facebook
Rate: From RM200 per night
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Choosing the right accommodation according to your budget and preferences isn’t one simple thing to tick off your vacation to-do list, but don’t let that stress you out and ruin your holiday mood! To make the process easier, you can list down the pros and cons of each place you have your eyes on and compare them. Once you know where to stay, it’s time for that much needed island getaway!