This was a bit overdue but thought I should rave about how awesome Pangkor Island Beach Resort is - waaaayyy above my expectations! Initially we wanted to try the famous YTL Pangkor Laut Resort but at the last minute the idea was shelve off temporarily because we wanted something that's not too over-the-top immediately after spending so much on our wedding.
Our package is 3D2N inclusive of breakfast and dinner, plus a spa for 2 hours. All in all, we paid about RM1,400 for two persons (if I could remember correctly). Yes, lunch is not provided. We didn't even eat lunch because our breakfast is usually very hearty. Not to worry, should you need to eat, there are a lot of restaurants in the resort or alternatively, you may take the resort shuttle and go out around the island. One concept that I love about the resort is that you don't need to carry your wallet out around the resort as you can charge all expenses to your room. Because the entire island is solely operated by the resort management themselves (except for the spa).
The drive to Pangkor takes about 3 hours on the road - 1 1/2 via the highway to Bidor Town and another 1 1/2 hours through the trunk roads to the Lumut Jetty. You may park at the covered carpark at the jetty. The ferry takes about 30 minutes to reach the island. Along the sea, you can see our marshal army base and some war ships stretched along the coast. Reminds me of Pearl Harbor. :p
Upon reaching the resort, you are served the sirap selasih as a welcome drink - really cooling and refreshing. I was amazed at the hospitality of the staff at this place! And I love the resort too! Very homely and comfortable.
We upgraded our room to the Pacific Wing at a nominal sum. I strongly advise you not to take the Garden Wing because you are facing a golf course. What's the point of going for a beach holiday but not having the luxury of facing and hearing the sound of wave lapping on the shores? Quite potong stim.
The Pacific Room faces the beach and we usually leave the door to the balcony open to catch the sea breeze. Total relaxation! :) The room is also split level and has a four-poster bed, really really romantic *ahem*
Believe it or not, the island is filled with hornbills!! Isn't hornbills only exist in Sarawak?? 0_o" But it was really an eye-opener because the only time I saw hornbills was half-dead ones in Zoo Negara when I was a kid back then. These birds are very naughty, they will grab or try to con their way to your food, so you have to be careful with them.
And the beach was AWESOME! Of course, it is not crystal clear like those of Pulau Redang but clean nonetheless. Fine sand and green/emerald waters. Fantastic! :)
Our breakfast and dinner was at the terrace overlooking the beach. It was so beautiful!! One downsight of the resort is that their breakfast spread is so-so, very limited choice and the food really isn't that great. But me and Bear are quite cincai with food so we managed to make the most out of it. :)
One the second night, we saw the staff arranging the tables outside surrounding the main swimming pool and the beach. To our delight, it was our dinner venue! So heart it ok! Sunset dinner. :) Perfect.
Did I mention that at the Pacific Wing, we have our own pool? Smaller than the main one but still nice. I prefer to swim in this pool because it is less crowded, more luxurious, and very private.
I heart this place so much!
As you can see, the pool is almost like an infinity pool. It looks as though the pool connects straight to the sea. Awesome!
View of the pool at dusk. Beautiful!
The spa was ok - not too bad but nothing to shout about. Was hot thought because of the weather and also the air-cond was not cold enough. The spa is operated by a third party and not by the resort. Their concept is quite kampung-style with an open concept. For the price we paid, I've nothing to complain about. :)
In the night after dinner, we would usually go to the lounge and listen to the Filipino band there with a mug of beer each. By the way, drinks are a bit on the high side so be prepare to fork out more. Occasionally we would walk the beach and laze on the sun-deck. There are spot-lights along the beach so it's rather safe (lights will be off at 12am). Besides, it is a private beach so there are no disturbance from hooligans and mat rempits unlike Port Dickson.
At 6:30pm everyday, the staff will feed the hornbills with leftover bread and fruits from breakfast. It is a sight to behold!
Did i mention that the resort has a resident peacock with his entourage of 7 peahens? Such a magnificent creature!
Yes, they are free to roam wherever they want to!
On the first day of breakfast, I was so fascinated with the hornbills that we left a trail of watermelon so that they would come close enough for us to snap a picture. Heh ~ jakun I know. :p
Come to mama!
On the way back home, we stopped by Bidor Town to have this famous duck noodles. Sedap sangat!!! Personally, I don't like to eat duck - but this was an exception because the duck tasted like chicken. -.-" HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Alas, on the last day I was reluctant to bid farewell to Pangkor Island Beach Resort because I've grown to love the place so much! :( Will definitely make a trip back here again - or maybe the next round we should try YTL Pangkor Beach Resort instead. hhmmm ~
Ambiance : 5*
Service : 5*
Value-for-Money : 5*
I have nothing but praise for Pangkor Laut Beach Resort. Well done guys!
Love;
Mrs Lee
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