Langkawi, MalaysiaPantai Beringin
The St. Regis Langkawi
Rainforest riviera estate
Pantai Beringin Langkawi, Malaysia
Opened
2016
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Luxe ResortOutside the door
The house
MarriottRainforest riviera estate
The resort is arranged like a palatial seaside mansion, with classical courtyards set against steep rainforest hills.
What it’s good at
Notable
Bill Bensley designed the overwater restaurant with antique Burmese doors and carved columns.
Notable
Dedicated butler service provides garment pressing, tea service, and unpacking in sea-facing suites.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In a secluded cove on Pantai Beringin, facing the Andaman Sea at Langkawi's southern tip.
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The rooms
All suites open onto wide terraces facing the sea, decorated with bold accents and original paintings by local artists.
The pool and spa
Bring a swimsuit.
A cascading freshwater infinity pool looks out to sea, and treatment suites encircle an interior water court.
Restaurant
Kayuputi
Catamaran nets hang over the water for sunset drinks, and the dining room serves pan-Asian fine dining.
At the table
The St. Regis Bar mixes locally spiced Lang Marys beneath a banyan mural, and L'Orangerie serves breakfast beside the rainforest.
How it began
The estate was developed with Malaysia's Ministry of Finance, marking the geopark's first new luxury resort in a decade.
Langkawi
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.