90.29% PANGKOR LAUT RESORT

Malaysia Malaysia

Private-island resort just off the coast in Straits of Malacca.

ROOMS 148 thatched bungalows, beach, garden or overwater (including 22 new Spa Villas); eight two- to four-bedroom villas on a private cove, all with pools. Traditional architecture; elegant interiors

FOOD Authentic Malay at The Samudra; Chinese at Uncle Lim's

SERVICE Dedicated team for the eight larger villas, including private chef

FACILITIES New Spa Village with swimming pool and restaurant; two additional pools; gym; tennis

COST Doubles from RM920 (about £130)

Pangkor Laut Island, Lumut, Perak 32200, Malaysia (00 605 699 1100; fax: 699 1200; www.pangkorlautresort.com)