21 THE RITZ-CARLTON, LANGKAWI
Set in a tranquil private bay, the newly opened The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi is surrounded by a 10-million-year-old jungle, with a pristine beachfront lapped by the alluring Andaman Sea. Designed to reflect the nearby traditional kampongs, the resort incorporates local influences to create a unique and luxurious retreat. Guests are immersed into the island’s natural ecosystem and local culture, with spacious interiors in the rooms, suites and villas framed by delicate references to Malay architecture in the intricately-designed features, large windows and gabled roofs. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Langkawi is home to five cocoon-shaped pavilions that float above the sea and designed to resemble bubus, the intricately woven fish traps that have used by local fishermen for centuries.
