Thursday, August 15, 2013

Luxury island hotel getaways near Singapore


Singapore is a tropical island but is definitely not a beach, sea sports and nature type of tropical island destination. It is densely populated and has almost no beaches. But luckily there are some very nice island getaways from Singapore within a few hours away. We are not talking about Phuket, Koh Samui, Bali, etc. These are nearer.

Many of these relatively unknown islands offer one or more luxurious hotel accomodation which blend lavish forests and lovely beaches in a fantastic holiday. Here we have listed some of the best luxury island hotels these islands near Singapore. Some of these hotels are less than 1 hour ferry ride away!

Banyan Tree Bintan

Located in the northern coast of Bintan called Bintan resortsBanyan Tree Bintan is just 45 minutes from Singapore by ferry but worlds apart from the busy life in Singapore. The resort is located on a hill overlooking the South China Sea and the private beach and is an all-villa resort. If you can afford it, it offers an unforgettable getaway.

Banyan Tree Bintan
Banyan Tree Bintan
Montigo Resorts Nongsa, Batam Island Indonesia
Just 45 minutes ferry ride away from Singapore, Montigo Resorts Nongsa offers a perfect gateway destination in Batam Island’s exclusive North-Eastern coast. This is an all villa resort and all villas are spacious and feature panoramic views of the beautiful sea.

Montigo Resorts Nongsa, Batam Island Indonesia
Montigo Resorts Nongsa, Batam Island Indonesia
Japamala Resort by Samadhi Retreats, Tioman Island Malaysia
Tioman Island is one of the nearest and mosr popular tropical island getaway from Singapore. It can be reached by a bus + ferry ride or simply by 40 minutes flight (recommended).

5-Star Japamala Resort is the only boutique hotel on Tioman Island and the only resort in Malaysia chosen to be a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux. The rooms of this resort are surrounded by natural streams, steep cliffs, with Malay village styled villas and chalets designed to complement the surrounding natural elements. The combination of luxurious accommodations and fine dining facilities makes this resort the perfect place for a secluded getaway without compromising on comfort. Pure white beaches and gorgeous, glistening waters are just a part of the island’s charm. Guests can enjoy many activities on the island, including diving, beach combing, rock climbing and snorkelling.

Japamala Resort Tioman Island
Japamala Resort Seaview Sarang Villa
Datai Langkawi, Langkawi Island Malaysia

The Datai Langkawi is one of a kind. Conceived as a grand retreat, immersed in an ancient virgin rainforest, it is an icon of luxury. Its secluded villas are set on meandering paths leading down to a private bay and white sandy beaches, facing the Andaman Sea; the ultimate in peaceful perfection.

The Datai Langkawi received the Global Luxury Island Resort Award at The World Luxury Travel Awards 2012.

Datai Langkawi, Langkawi Island Malaysia
Datai Langkawi
Sibu Island Resort, Sibu Island Malaysia
Sibu Island is one of the nearest islands of Malaysia to Singapore which is only 3-4 hours bus drive + ferry ride away. Since it is not as big and established as Tioman, getting there on your own may be a problem but once you are there it offers a relaxed and quiet holiday destination.

Sibu Island Resort offers a quite a pleasant stay with activities like snorkeling, just lying on the beach and swimming. It is not the top notch like the other hotels in this article but offers the nearest island escape from Singapore.

Sibu Island Resort
Sibu Island Resort

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