Complete Your Staycation With A Long Bath
Who else finds their staycation incomplete without the chance to lay back and unwind in a bathtub after a long day? If you're looking to treat yourself to a pampering stay, check out our list of 12 hotels around Malaysia with amazing bathtubs that will fulfill all your bath time wishes. From rustic bathtubs surrounded by nature to luxurious in-room jacuzzis and deep-soaking tubs with views of the ocean, you'll probably want to take an hour-long soak the moment you step in!
Hotels In Malaysia With The Best Bathtubs
1. Ambong Pool Villas, Langkawi
With a small collection of only nine exclusive pool villas, Ambong-Ambong is built for intimate getaways and is popular amongst couples. The spacious villas here offer majestic vistas of the sea and surrounding islands, as well as either sunrise or sunset views! Besides an outdoor tub, each unit also comes with a 12-metre private pool great for refreshing dips in complete privacy. Brew yourself a cup of coffee and soak in the fresh air first thing in the morning!
2. Lexis Suites Penang
Easily one of Penang Island's most scenic seaside properties, Lexis Suites Penang is a modern seafront resort that prides itself in offering a private pool and steam room in each of their 222 suites! Push open their floor-to-ceiling glass doors and step into the private balcony that offers unrestricted views of the surrounding landscape. While this is actually a private pool instead of a bathtub, we still thinking it deserves a spot on this list. For those who'd also like an actual bathtub, book an Executive Pool Suite that comes with one!
3. The Rubber Escape, Melaka
Ever imagined spending a night in a rubber estate? Nestled in a sprawling rubber estate just 30 minutes from the Melaka city centre, Rubber Escape is a tranquil escape for those who love nature. This peaceful, secluded nature retreat promises peace, relaxation, and a tinge of romance with its 12 beautiful units. Psst, the Mediterranean-themed bathrooms here are minimalistic and pretty! The Double Deluxe rooms even come with a deep-soaking bathtub for those who love baths.
4. One&Only, Desaru Coast Johor
For those looking for a luxurious escape, we've got the perfect enclave for you. Surrounded by warm tropical waters and unspoiled nature, One&Only Desaru Coast is a secluded, enchanting beachfront haven in Johor. Choose to stay in a suite set in the forest or facing the ocean - these spacious, airy units are tastefully-decorated and even come with a separate courtyard with a private plunge pool if a soak in the bathtub isn't satisfying enough for you.
5. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Selected suites at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur come with some of the most amazing bathtubs you can get in a KL city hotel. You can even overlook the majestic Petronas Twin Towers while having a soak in their marble round bathtubs if you book a Tower View Suite! Elevate your tai tai life by having their signature afternoon tea - a three-tiered set filled with dainty selections of sweet and locally inspired savoury delights!
6. Glamz at Genting
Nestled in the cool foothills of Genting Highlands, Glamz At Genting is a glamping-style lodge wrapped by cool mist every dusk and dawn. This nature-inspired glamping site is located amidst lush greenery, with a peaceful atmosphere great for reconnecting with your loved ones. Book a stay in their VIP Dome that comes with a private jacuzzi - imagine having a soak beneath twinkling star at night! This private tub even comes with an in-built stereo system and pretty lights for an added touch of romance. While the other units do not come with a private jacuzzi, there's a public one available on-site as well!
7. The Datai, Langkawi
Nestled in the heart of a 10-million-year-old rainforest, The Datai Langkawi is one of Langkawi's most captivating and luxurious 5-star resorts. The spacious rooms, suites, and villas here are embraced by lush greens and great for reconnecting with nature. We heard the majestic bathtubs in the rooms here took 20 mock-ups and 1,100 drawings to be designed to the perfection they are today! With a bathroom and tub like this, we're definitely going to look forward to bath time during our holiday. Nothing beats the feeling of taking a healing soak and enjoying some me-time after a long day out in the sun.
8. Weil Hotel, Ipoh
Planning a trip to Ipoh? Book your stay at Weil Hotel where you'll be guaranteed a good night's sleep. Even their standard rooms here come with a lovely standalone bathtub great for a nice soak after a long day of sightseeing. Bath salts are provided, and you can rinse off at the strong rain shower after! If you're looking to elevate your stay a bit more, you can even book a Concept Room that rests on the top floor of the hotel - some of these uniquely-designed rooms even come with a built-in jacuzzi for two.
9. Happi Village, Janda Baik
Up for some rest, relaxation, with a tinge of romance? We might have found your happy place. Happi Village is a luxury resort nestled in the forest of Janda Baik, located just an hour's drive away from KL. Surrounded by lush greenery, the charming villas and suites here combine beautiful wood features with modern industrial touches. Have an intimate soak in the outdoor bathtub overlooking fantastic views, and fill your getaway itinerary with nature-inspired activities such as jungle trekking, waterfall-chasing, and a romantic BBQ dinner!
10. Berjaya Langkawi Resort, Langkawi
Set amidst a lush tropical rainforest in Malaysia's sunny tropical paradise, Berjaya Langkawi Resort is a blissful beachfront oasis and one of the best 5-star resorts in Langkawi. The resort is known for being secluded, private, and tranquil, and features suites surrounded by trees as well as spacious individual chalets built elegantly on stilts above the sea! For lovers of bathtubs, opt for a Premier Suite On Water that comes with a sea-fronting semi-outdoor lounge and jacuzzi, perfect for relaxation and some much-needed me-time.
11. EQ, Kuala Lumpur
Up for a pampering city staycation? Check in to EQ, a magnificent 52-storey tower that houses 440 elegant guestrooms and suites. Selected rooms here come with deep-soaking bathtubs overlooking the vibrant KL city skyline, some even offer close-up views of the Petronas Twin Towers and the KL Tower! Imagine taking a long bath while watching the sun go down.
12. Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Documented as a national heritage site, The Majestic Hotel is a colonial architectural gem built in 1932. The hotel has a long, colourful history and was once a place for glamorous social events, government receptions, and the residence for prominent international visitors. Today, the hotel remains as majestic as ever, with magnificent high ceilings, a gold leaf domed roof, vintage ceiling lamps, polished marble floors, sparkling chandeliers, and beautifully-appointed rooms - some of which come with beautiful deep-soaking tubs!
13. The RuMa Hotel & Residences, Kuala Lumpur
Voted Top 100 Most Incredible Hotels In The World by Fodor's Travel 2020, The RuMa is definitely a notch above your own rumah. A serene sanctuary amidst the downtown hustle and bustle, the hotel consists of luxuriously-appointed rooms and suites, many that offer views of the KL city skyline. The deep-soaking bathtubs in their spacious bathrooms are perfect for soaking your worries away - the hotel even provides bath salts that you can add to your bath to elevate your soak!
14. KLoe Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
KLoe Hotel is a chic 85-room boutique hotel boasting lush green walls, open walkways, a pretty sun terrace, a lovely outdoor pool, and cosy bedrooms with bespoke furniture. Do note that the standard rooms at KLoe Hotel don't come with tubs, but you can book a special stay in one of their 5 exclusive artist lofts that do! Each of these 5 charming lofts is uniquely-designed and comes fitted with anything you need to indulge in art, music, books, food, or plants. Relax and rejuvenate in the bath at the end of a long day.