Thinking Of A Nature Getaway?
Escape your hectic lifestyle and the grey of the city, and plan a retreat filled with lush greenery and a tranquil space instead! Located just an easy 45-minute drive from KL (and very close to Bukit Tinggi!), Janda Baik is the perfect getaway spot in Pahang for you, surrounded by unspoiled nature.
Spend a night here in a cosy private villa or a campsite surrounded by trees and fruit-laden orchards! However your ideal nature getaway looks like, check out this list we've compiled of the best places to stay in Janda Baik and take your pick before planning your next holiday!
Top 10 Best Hotels In Janda Baik
1. Harmony Valley Retreat
Get some peace and quiet with a getaway at Harmony Valley Retreat, a zen resort that has its own organic garden and offers stunning views of the mountainside. If you're feeling hungry, the resort's got what you need as well, with Continental and American breakfast served each morning, an onsite Asian restaurant and even a bar offering a game of billiards and karaoke.
Great for a more intimate staycation experience, Harmony Valley Retreat only features a total of 10 private rooms, ensuring that the resort never gets crowded. Each of their cosy units come with its own seating area, a flat screen TV, a working desk and quality toiletries.
- Address: 345, DUA, Jalan Sumsum Hilir, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
2. Tiarasa Escapes
Tiarasa Escapes is a luxury glamping spot that consists of 20 safari-style tents and 5 dreamy treehouses surrounded by mountain mist, lush rainforest, majestic trees, and fruit-laden orchards. Perfect for a romantic weekend escape, family staycation, or girls' getaway, you'll get to relax and unwind completely while being enveloped by nature.
Embark on a nature walk first thing in the morning, have a picnic under the trees in the afternoon, and enjoy a movie while snuggled up on bean bags once the sun goes down. Whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, Tiarasa Escapes has it all. Book your open-dated stay here at 26% off on Klook.
- Address: Persiaran Enderong, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
3. Embun Luxury Villas
Elevate your staycation experience by treating yourself to a lavish stay at Embun Luxury Villas. Situated in a quiet alcove amidst lush green surroundings, this refined resort is the place to go to for some pampering rest and relaxation. Take a dip in their outdoor pool, enjoy a barbecue or go for a massage, before retreating into their luxe rooms.
With spaces designed for the ultimate private getaway, their rooms and villas are spacious and feature private balconies, rain showers and smart TVs. Their 1- to 3-bedroom villas even come with a private pool, well-equipped kitchenette, deep-soaking tub and a living area.
- Address: Hulu Sum-Sum, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
4. Danau Daun Chalets
Located just a 50-minute drive from KL, Danau Daun Chalets is a peaceful nature retreat that consists of a collection of 6 villas (3 of which come with private pools!). Each chalet can accommodate between 4 - 8 guests, and even come private barbecue pits fit for cooking up a BBQ feast under the twinkling stars.
Do note though that the chalets do not come with wifi or air-conditioning - though the weather is chilly in the area, so the ceiling fans should suffice! If you're looking for a space for a getaway with friends or family, check out their Hillside Cottage, a 3-bedroom chalet that can fit up to 8 guests and features a private pool overlooking the jungle-covered hills.
- Address: Lot 5851, Kg. Sum-Sum Hilir, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750, Pahang
5. ēRYA by SURIA
Set along a countryside road on the hill, ēRYA by SURIA is a modern resort designed with a traditional touch, featuring intricate timber architecture. The resort is also home to 16 comfortable rooms with private balconies and is set against a backdrop of lush rainforest and rolling hills, with beautiful waterfalls and creeks nearby, giving guests a time of solitude amidst nature.
If you're up for some fun, you can enjoy various activities while you're here, from exciting ATV trail rides and fishing, to picnics in the garden and a barbecue dinner. ēRYA by SURIA also features a restaurant serving traditional Malay and Western dishes, karaoke rooms as well as a fruit orchard. Do note that there isn't a swimming pool here, but guests enjoy going to a nearby river instead for the authentic hillside experience!
- Address: 8567, Kampung Janda Baik, 28700 Bentong, Pahang
6. Fifty4Ferns Resort
Fifty4Ferns Resort in Janda Baik offers 24 chalets and cabins surrounded by well-preserved tropical rain forest. Blessed with scenic views and majestic landscapes, you'll get to wake up to fresh mountain air and the sounds of birds chirping right outside your room.
You can opt to spend a night in a quaint chalet, a spacious suite or cabin, or even a tree house (affectionately known as 'Sarang Burung') that's specially designed for honeymooners and couples hoping for more privacy. There's lots to explore in the surroundings of the retreat, from a canopy walk to a children's playground, animal farm, and swimming pool.
- Address: Lot 12188, Lorong Cheringin, 28750, Kampung Janda Baik, Bentong, Pahang
7. Cherengin Hills Convention & Spa Resort
Surrounded by the lush tropical rainforest, Cherengin Hills Convention & Spa Resort is a tranquil hillside resort that overlooks the Janda Baik Valley and offers possibly the best views in the area. It gets a little chilly up here, with a cooling climate of 22°C to 28°C, so its no surprise that most guests love to go on exciting outdoor activities during their stay here, such as river tubing and jungle trekking nearby, or you can even visit their mini zoo!
Fuel yourself up by having a meal at the hotel's alfresco dining outlets, including an outdoor grill restaurant and a cafe that feature panoramic views of the valley, or head over to their music lounge for a fun karaoke session and a couple of drinks. Spread across 3 buildings, the hotel is also home to elegant rooms and suites, well-equipped with flat-screen TVs and of course, stunning views.
- Address: Lot 5540 & 5936, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
8. Enderong Resort
Enderong Resort is a popular spot for nature-themed weddings due to its picturesque surroundings! The retreat is named after a mountain stream called Sungei Enderong, and is blessed with cool mountain breeze, making it a perfect sanctuary for those looking to escape the heat and humidity of the lowlands.
Offering a variety of units that can accommodate different group sizes, it's popular for weddings, family gatherings, company retreats, or even romantic staycations. The largest unit here (Enderong House) is a 3-storey stone and timber house with high ceilings, large glass windows, and 8 spacious bedrooms, fitting up to 26 guests comfortably!
- Address: C21, Persiaran Enderong, Jalan Tanarimba Pine, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
9. Happy Paradise
A homestay unlike any other, Happy Paradise provides comfortable accommodations paired with exciting activities, all at an affordable price. Spend a fun weekend here on a nature getaway with your family or friends - you can choose from their variety of available guest rooms, from Mongolian-inspired tents to traditional kampung-style chalets.
The best part about Happy Paradise is its wide variety of onsite facilities and activities, ones that animal lovers would especially enjoy! Get up close and personal with furry friends at their mini zoo and farm or watch birds at the bird park. Other exciting things to check out here also include boat rowing on a mini lake, two vegetable farms, a game room and a fishing pond.
- Address: Lot 5596, Kampung Cherengin, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
10. Sailor's Rest Resort
Up for an exciting glamping experience? Nestled amidst a leafy, green space along a manmade lake, the Sailor's Rest Resort is one of our favourite places to stay in Janda Baik for a 'one with nature' experience. Amenities here include an alfresco bar and restaurant, a fruit garden and a fully-equipped meeting hall.
No matter your taste of accommodation spaces, Sailor's Rest has got it all for you. You can take your preferred pick from kampung chalets and camping tents, to a 2-bedroom lakefront bungalow, but our personal favourite would definitely have to be their floating boathouse. Spend a night over the sparkling lake water in this unique accommodation - it even has it's own lounge area and charming vintage decor.
- Address: Lorong Dato' Panglima, Kuala Lurah, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang