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Reviews of Ambong Rainforest Retreat 4 stars

Jalan Pantai Tengah, Langkawi, 07000 Pantai Cenang, Malaysia

#4 of 125 hotels in Pantai Cenang

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 323 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Storey 2-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice Ambiance and very friendly staffs

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Storey 2-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The entire team has made us feel special staying at the resort. Many thanks to Shaza for always being available and Kamal for making sure we like our breakfast! It is definitely a place I would like to stay again!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    9.0
    It was an amazing stay, we will be coming back to enjoy their amazing hospitality and food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing as such

    All the staff , especially Ms Shaaz ( from front office). Everyone we met there was amazing. The restaurant Pegaga was also an highlight of the property, must try food in Langkawi.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    8.0
    Great place in nature but close to the beach and ammenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Rainforest Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Climbing the hill.

    Amongst the wildlife. Friendly and efficient staff. Good food. Comfortable room.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    A wonderful retreat in the rainforest
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room and staff were exceptional. They shuttled us to breakfast and provided recommendations for activities and rentals and were overall very helpful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Perfect Getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I recently had the pleasure of staying at Ambong Rainforest Retreat in Langkawi. I booked the Canopy Studio, and waking up to the incredible sea views right from the middle of the jungle was an experience I’ll never forget. The staff at Ambong were absolutely wonderful. They were so friendly and always ready to help with a smile. Their warmth and attentiveness made me feel incredibly welcome and well taken care of throughout my stay. The breakfast was included. I loved the breakfast at the Rimba Restaurant. The breakfast was included and offered a variety of options, whether you prefer Malaysian or Western food. They also have another restaurants serves vegan food in the reception area. The spa was fantastic too. If you’re looking for a peaceful, beautiful getaway with excellent service and an amazing spa, I can’t recommend Ambong Rainforest Retreat enough. It’s a little piece of paradise, and I can’t wait to go back!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    One of the best resorts I had stayed in the recent past…hospitality extended by their staff is absolutely incredible.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Storey 2-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Time duration in serving breakfast at Rimba restaurant, it would be really good if they have a good and fast serving restaurant within their premises.

    Location, staff hospitality and cleanliness

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    9.0
    A unique and memorable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Rainforest Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steepness of getting to room. It's a long steep walk to the room, fortunately there is a shuttle service which comes quite quickly to shuttle you to room and restaurant, or from bottom of hill to top Breakfast - limited options for breakfast, and very long wait time for food to be served. But food was good quality and juice was fresh. Although we were served moldy bread one day which was soon changed for fresh bread. Lighting - room was very dim! Needs better lighting

    Staff - very friendly staff who were always willing to help Room was cleaned regularly. One day we had bugs come into the room the next day they put in 2 mosquito coils in the room + smoke on the balcony and the big problem was solved straight away. Friendliest and most helpful staff of any hotel we have ever stayed in. Very accommodating to any needs Atmosphere - nice to be in the rainforest away from the hustle and bustle, a unique experience. Decor and vibe in the accomodation is nice.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Great place to unwind Great views .lovely .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not an issue but some apartments. Have a lot of stairs to get up to 150 ish. Can be an issue if you have any mobility or health issues . But I’m Sure the amazing staff would drive you up the hill if a problem Bit of noise from Dash beach club. Not these guys fault at all . Just wish dash would dash off

    Lovely setting. Up in the Forrest , amazing staff,animals around etc. Great breakfast . Fantastic pool So welcoming . Very chilled

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    8.0
    Invigorating jungle experience with great food and lovely people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit difficult to get about on foot but the staff drivers were very helpful

    In the thick of the jungle surrounded by monkeys

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    A once in a lifetime stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Canopy Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    none

    - the hotel itself is just incredible. I took the best suite at the top and it was a once in a lifetime experience, and that is what you are paying for. - staff are incredibly helpful; always at hand to assist; use instant messaging through whatsapp; never have to worry about climbing the steep steps as a driver is always ready to assist within minutes! - staff assisted with my request to putting the blinds down in the evenings and back up in the mornings, this reduced the monkey noises at night for no interruptions to sleep. - whilst fasting, staff helped to organise my morning meals with a full selection of choices which was much appreciated. - the spa ritual was so peaceful and really helped relax the entire body.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    10
    Of 100+ stays our absolute favourite.
    • Couple
    • Canopy Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a single thing.

    Stunning room set in jungle canopy overlooking beach and sea. Large outdoor space able to watch family of dusky leaf monkeys in canopy. Amazing. Bird song. Incredible staff to pick you up and whi drive you to restaurant or beach. Kindest most caring hotel staff every had pleasure of meeting. There could be no possible criticism of this small bespoke resort , for luxury and nature. Highly recommend s3 room. 3rd floor of 3 rooms with outdoor wooden bath

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel, location and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing

    Room and rainforest literally on the doorstep with plenty of wild life. Food for breakfast and dinner in the Rimba restaurant was excellent. Wonderful staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    10
    Fantastic rainforest stay with great opportunities to see wildlife
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More loungers by the pool would be good.

    The location is wonderful, right in the forest but also a short walk from the beach. We saw so many animals from our balcony or other parts of the hotel (including dusky leaf monkeys and giant squirrels). The food was excellent, both the vegan breakfasts at the Rainforest Retreat and at the Pool Villas restaurant). The staff were helpful and on hand to give lifts up the hill or to the other property as needed.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    A perfect place for a relaxing vacation in nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Rainforest Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all.

    A tranquil piece of heaven tucked away in nature. The property is quiet and peaceful. It is easily accessible by Grab and is conveniently located close to a number of restaurants and bars. The staff are all extremely kind and welcoming and make you feel right at home. The in-house restaurants serve great food with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. Overall, a wonderful experience.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Storey 2-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    lovely location and very friendly staff. the rooms were perfect for a small group, and we enjoyed breakfast at both restaurants

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Perfect position in the rainforest with hornbills and monkeys to see from the balcony. The staff were all excellent and charming - in particular Naim and Raj.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dear Ampong team, the resort is run with a lot of love and great hospitality. The food in both restaurants is fabulous. Especially the Rimba restaurant with its fantastic terrace for dinner is to be emphasized. The pool and the forest invite you to relax and the monkeys make you smile. We would especially like to thank Raj for his warm support in all matters, such as the valuable tips for the island and all the trips through the very steep resort. We could always rely on him. A big compliment to the whole team. We can warmly recommend the resort (for people who are good on foot and are looking for something special) Thank you very much for everything🥰

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    Green oasis.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Storey 2-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very happy with our stay, no complaints at all.

    A glorious leafy sanctuary away from the crowds. Every meal was delicious, no complaints at all from my meal eating husband. Staff could not have been better, no request was too much of a problem. Loved the friendly monkeys that travelled through the trees with their babies.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Nothing

    Friendly endlessly helpful staff Great views Off the main drag so felt more away from it all than the rest of the area

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful location, quiet and amongst the trees which was very cooling during the hot days. Lots of wildlife around if you are observant including Black giant squirrels, colugos amongst others

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Nice resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Storey 2-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    the road leading to the guess house too stiff , very tough for elderly people like us to climb / walk from the carpark near reception building the room picture shown in booking .com very misleading, they shown the reception building picture as guess room (open concept timber house building) so we though that is our guess house but the guess house is concrete house, the swimming pool very small 3 level guess house with stiff staircase very tough to climb from one room to another for elderly ppl like us ( one room at upper ground another room at lower ground ) we leave our luggage at living entrance coz unable to carry the luggage to our room we will stay at Ambong villa for our next visit coz that is single storey building with private pool which is more suitable for elderly ppl like us

    the unit is big and complete with kitchen utensil, all corners very clean. all the staffs very friendly and helpful (assist us to send our luggage to the guess house) the hot water system at one of the bathroom does not work, the maintenance staff response & rectified it immediately the al carte breakfast very good & nice the natural jungle with sunset scenery very nice, we love it very much

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    Very different but an amazing experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Canopy Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to dislike

    We loved everything about this place although completely different to anywhere else we stayed, and the transport to take us to breakfast and pick us up from our room was excellent just a quick watzap message and you were there fab service

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    This property surpassed our expections and was wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Rainforest Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything! Ambong Ambong is a special and unique ‘gem’ 💎 We had a beautiful studio overlooking the ocean and beach, which was so peaceful with nature all around us. The staff were so attentive, kind and helpful - especially Nizal and Afia, who could not have done any more for us! Thank you Ambong for the most enjoyable stay in Langkawi. 🙏🏽

    Stayed in February 2024

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