2026 editionNo. 42
The Datai Langkawi
Langkawi, Malaysia
Why The Datai Langkawi is one of The World's Best 100 Resorts 2026.
The Datai Langkawi is one of Asia’s most enduring rainforest resorts because it has never treated nature as ornament. Kerry Hill’s architecture settles into ancient forest above Datai Bay; excellent naturalists, warm service and thoughtful restoration keep the experience intellectually alive. Its maturity is a major part of its luxury.
The essentials.
- Destination
- Langkawi, Malaysia
- Property
- Ancient-rainforest beach resort
- Operator
- The Datai
- Opened
- 1993
AddressJalan Teluk Datai, Langkawi, 07000, MalaysiaOpen map ↗
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Edition factsThe record at a glance
- Position
- No. 42
- Resort type
- Ancient-rainforest beach resort
- Destination
- Langkawi
- Country or region
- Malaysia
- Management in 2026
- The Datai
- Opening year
- 1993