How quickly the state of mind can change when immersed in beautiful nature, graced by warm hospitality and views guaranteed to become cover photos on social media profiles. Ambong Pool Villas changed my mood of annoyance at humanity (more on that shortly) to one of appreciation for mother earth and gratitude for a team who care.
After a dreadful flight (children on iPads with volume to the max, a group of men who thought the whole plane should hear their conversation as they rattled on across multiple rows, and downright rude passengers who would not remain in their seats or turn off their devices, even though the poor flight attendants kept insisting), the quiet sanctuary of Ambong Pool Villas was especially welcoming.
Ahhh… finding some peace
Ambong Pool Villas Langkawi
Perched atop a headland, Ambong Pool Villas sit on a prime piece of property gifting both sunrise and sunset views (depending on which villa you book). A strong effort was made during construction to impact the land minimally. As such, giant trees and jungle provide a lush natural border, and we find magical decks with trees protruding from the middle – they had literally been built around. Words (and photos) just don’t do justice the sense of calm and splendor that envelopes guests here. It is one of the best Pool Villas in Langkawi.
Infinity Pool
Ambong Pool Villas
The property is home to eight one-bedroom pool villas and one sizeable three-bedroom home. Rooms on the east catch the dawn, while those on the western edge are bestowed with dusk. Each residence has been designed with generous amounts of floor to ceiling glass and large sliding doors that open up directly to the pool. The natural environment is given full honor with bedding, sofas, sun chairs, and dining tables all arranged to celebrate the surroundings.
While the layout of each villa is similar, they do vary slightly. Some include a children’s pool. Views are unique with differing amounts of forest and sea in sight. Some have outdoor wooden tubs, other sunken bathtubs. Follow this link for a comprehensive fact sheet laying out the inclusions – it’s especially useful when deciding on which villa you’d like to reserve.
A fabulous 12-meter long infinity pool is common amongst the offerings. Dropping down to the forest and further, beyond the sea, it makes any former desire to get out and about quickly slip away. Accessed from the living room, bathroom or outdoor courtyard, we dip in and out all day (and evening) long. Alternatively, there’s an outdoor bathtub that is nearly as enticing. From here, monkeys and eagles provide entertainment as they swing in or glide by the encircling rainforest.
Besides the pool and bathtub, there’s also a grassed area with sun chairs outdoors and a semi-covered kitchen too. The full-sized fridge comes stocked with muesli bars, soft drinks, and milk, and the cupboards are furnished with chips and nuts. The first round is complimentary. Tea and coffee making facilities are sided with a toaster, kettle, microwave and small grill. Crockery, cutlery and a few pots and pans make cooking-in an attractive option. The team at Ambong Pool Villas offer an on-call service to the nearby area of Pantai Cenang. You could easily stock up on supplies here and return to prepare a feast with a view.
The indoor area of Ambong Pool Villas is more significant than many inner-city apartments! A split-level bedroom and living area are tastefully furnished with upcycled (or sustainable) woods. Splashes of local are found in woven baskets and floor mats, and lighting can be adjusted to soft with lamps or much brighter with recessed LED lights.
There is an abundance of power points and charging stations. Ceiling fans and air-conditioning is found in the living area and bathroom – giving guests options. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is accessed both in-room and around the common areas. And, light switches are clearly labeled – why all hotels don’t do this fails me – a much-appreciated feature!
The bathroom presents a separate toilet, shower, dressing area, and double vanity. It’s tiled appealingly in a light grey and painted a soft blue. The glass-walled shower is absolute decadence with a captivating eye-full of the infinity pool, tropical trees and the Andaman Sea beyond. I love that products are in refillable containers, reducing the use of single-use plastic and also giving a more luxurious feel.
Villa 6 Outdoor AreaBathtubView from Villa 6Bedroom in Villa 6Bathroom
Dining – Rimba & Monsoon
Breakfast is included in the nightly rate and can be taken in-villa or at Rimba restaurant. While many choose never to leave their room, I recommend having at least one meal in the restaurant AND a drink in the fabulous Monsoon rooftop bar.
View from Rimba Restaurant Langkawi
Experiences
That inclination to never leave is only further enhanced by several in-villa activities. Visiting spas is one of my favorite pastimes. It feels like such an indulgence to dedicate even an hour to self with no distractions. Having therapists in your room, however, eliminating the need to travel and redress, is the epitome of luxury. At Ambong Pool Villas, the masseuse comes to you! A booking for mid-afternoon is well-timed to avoid the hotter part of the day. We melt into the massage beds and reawaken in good time to marvel at the close of day once again.
From the comfort of our villa, we also have the opportunity to learn something new with a cooking class. Chef Aimy takes guests on an educative experience introducing local ingredients and flavors. We learn to make kerabu pegaga (a salad of local leaves), ikan masak lemak (fish with sambal and greens) and kuih ketayap (screwpine and coconut pancakes). This is the way I like to cook: grocery shopping, food prep and cleaning all done for me – all I have to do is put the ingredients together and eat.
While there is no gym at Ambong Pool Villas, the pool is long enough to get a few laps in, there are plenty of hills to walk or run up and down, and specialty exercise classes can be booked in advance. We participate in a yoga class held at the sister property Ambong Ambong Langkawi Rainforest Retreat just down the road. We hear pilates and other classes can also be arranged.
Dining Table to Enjoy Our Cooking Class Results
Service
There is no doubt that Ambong Ambong Pool Villas have already ticked many of the boxes for an exceptional experience. Dazzling views will positively be implanted in memories for a long time, but so too will extraordinary hospitality. From the personal greeting and explanation of the property to being assigned a handphone with a direct line to butler service and driver, to the communication that “we just want to make you happy. Ask anything,” there was not a single moment when I thought my care was not of the highest priority.
Exceptionally Friendly Service
Ambong Pool Villas Review
Ambong Pool Villas provide an outstanding boutique stay experience in Langkawi. Private pools with incredible views, warm engaged service, gorgeous rooms, a fantastic rooftop bar, and all the little extras such as a complimentary mini-bar, handphone and driver service to and from the nearby town, combine to create an unforgettable getaway.
Reasons to stay at Ambong Pool Villas: spectacular sunrise or sunset views; great restaurant and rooftop bar; private pool villas; exclusive location; friendly and helpful staff.
Ambong Pool Villas Jalan Pantai Tengah (409.76 km) 07000 Langkawi +6 04-955 8428 reservations@ambong-ambong.com www.facebook.com/AmbongPoolVillas
Langkawi
is the ultimate Malaysian holiday destination, offering visitors all that's
best about the rainforest and the most sublime beaches, with awesome ocean
views. If you're dreaming of holidaying in the beautiful Langkawi islands
UNESCO Geopark, opting for a villa is one way to benefit from privacy and
flexibility. Finding the best private pool villas Langkawi has to offer is
really easy when you do all the research online.
Ambong
Pool Villas Langkawi for the dreamiest holidays of a lifetime
No matter the time of year, the rainforest
surrounding this pool villa retreat will be lively with sound and color. With a
variety of exclusive, eco pool villas to choose from, this retreat offers every
modern comfort, while also respecting the privacy of all guests. Superb on-site
amenities include the highly rated, prestigious Unkaizan Japanese restaurant,
Ishan garden spa with a variety of massage treatments and therapies, and a
range of experiences to ensure the most perfect stay for all guests.
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about this rainforest retreat with private pool villas, Langkawi
Nothing is too much trouble for the friendly
team at Ambong Pool Villas, which is one of the best private pool Villas in Langkawi. Whether you require a gourmet meal cooked in the
privacy of your villa or outside on the terrace, or fancy an in-villa massage
from the experts at the Ishan Spa, one call arranges everything.
As your gaze encompasses the spectacular views
from your landscaped patio or extensive and private infinity pool, you could be
forgiven for thinking you're in heaven! The azure Andaman Sea stretches as far
as the eye can behold, providing the most amazing sunset and sunrise viewpoints
you are ever likely to experience. Combine this wonderful spectacle with the
lively birdsong and animal noises from the rainforest and your cup will
overflow.
Comfortable
accommodation with all mod cons
Your luxurious pool villa
in Langkawi is furnished with a king-sized bed, separate lounge area with a day
bed and 42" satellite TV. The fully fitted kitchenette has all the
essential appliances needed for relaxing holidays, including a Nespresso coffee
maker, while your bubbling hot tub is another delightful experience you can
enjoy the privacy of your own garden.
Discover all the delights of Ambong Pool Villas,
Langkawi online today and book the unforgettable holiday of a lifetime now!
Rest and relax amidst the rainforest overlooking the Andaman Sea. Wake up to birdsong and amazing sunrises, then indulge in a delectable in-villa breakfast. Cool off in your private 12-meter long infinity pool as you gaze out at the view, then have a massage treatment caressed by the light breezes on your terrace. Cap the day off with sunset sundowners, followed by a barbecue prepared by your private chef.
A brief introduction to each of the 1-bedroom private pool villas,
each nestled in a wildlife-rich rain-forest with spectacular views of islands,
coves and distant mountains.
Imagine taking your kids to a lush, paradisiac location off the
coast of Malaysia. Low floating clouds, deep, warm turquoise-hued sea and a
virtually untouched jungle that stretches far and wide are all there on
Langkawi. It is a great destination to spend a memorable holiday with your
children.
In the following post we will highlight some of our favorite
activities to participate in when you have children with you.
Spend the Day on Some
Great Beaches
Langkawi has some truly beautiful beaches and no tropical holiday
would really be complete without spending a few lazy days at the beach. The
kids can build sandcastles, take part in some sea and lands based activities or
just wade through the warm sea waters. If you’re looking for some stolen
moments, mom and dad, on your family vacation, your kids will probably be tired
out from their day at the beach. This gives you and your partner the perfect
opportunity to try out the amenities available at Ambong Pool Villas.
Enjoy a Relaxing Day by
The Private Pool
Although many of the family friendly
hotels are available in Langkawi, but the luxury villas at Ambong Pool Villas
have the best private pool villas designed for each accommodation. This is a
nice way to spend time as a family when you don't want to travel too far and
just need to unwind.
Ride the Sky Cab
The Sky Cab is the highest and steepest cable car in the world.
This is an amazing and exhilarating way to see Langkawi and the pristine
Andaman Sea from above. Although you do have to wait, there is a special
360-degree movie you can view at the Sky Dome, which will keep the kids
preoccupied. There is a choice of two different cabs or gondolas (as they are
called) - the normal kind and the glass-bottomed kind. The glass-bottomed cabs
make the whole experience even more exhilarating. Though where you see
exhilarating, you should read terrifying, if you have a fear of heights.
However, it might be the only chance you get to have this kind of experience,
so why not take the plunge?
Water sports
As you'd imagine, a tropical island like Langkawi is the ideal
location to enjoy some exciting water sports. Obviously, you need to be careful
to check the age restrictions on certain activities, but there are plenty of
things you can see and do on the watery road, including jet skiing, banana boat
rides and lots more. Speaking of banana boats.
Island Hopping
As Langkawi is an archipelago that comprises 99 different mini
islands; most of these can be accessed by boat, and whether you decide to take
one of the guided boat trips around the islands or decide to take your family
out on a hired boat by yourself, this is a great way to see the beauty of the
area. Blog Source: https://ambongpoolvillas.wordpress.com/
Langkawi, often referred to as the Jewel of Kedah, is a beautiful archipelago of 99 individual islands off the coast of Malaysia. A tropical paradise, it is the perfect place to spend your honeymoon. If you are heading out there and wondering how best to spend your time, you will find this post very useful as we look a number of great activities you can do on and around the island.
Stay at a Luxury Villa
The stunning luxury Langkawi villas with private pool available at Ambong Pool Villas are ideal for truly romantic honeymoons. With unique views of the sparkling Andaman Sea and an incredible array of high end amenities like sunbeds, private patios and luxurious king size beds, your first day as a married couple will be truly amazing.
Island Hopping
As Langkawi offers easy access to numerous islands off the coast of Malaysia, an interesting way to spend the day is checking out some of them. You can either take a boat tour or hire your own transportation and explore them on your own. After your adventures, you'll be glad to be back at your very own retreat among the Luxury Villas with private pool.
Enjoy Romantic Food Exploration
While staying in Langkawi, you should also take advantage of the wide variety of different cuisines available to try. Not only are there plenty of fabulous eateries to visit, Ambong Pool villas have their own eatery at the resort that prepares and cooks its own meals for guests. These are made with only fresh and locally-sourced produce and ingredients. The food available there and elsewhere across the island owes its diversity of the Langkawi’s location.
Visit Gunung Raya, the Tallest Mountain on Langkawi
The drive to this magical location is just as stunning as the mountain itself. If you and your partner are wildlife lovers, you all have a nice time spotting various animals along the way including monitor lizards and macaques. Once you arrive at the mountain and get to the top, you can not only enjoy the views from the breathtaking summit, but can go further up by taking the elevator to the Watch Tower for a truly spellbinding view of Langkawi.
Experience the Cable Car
There's only one cable car ride we could be referring to and this is a must-see for anyone looking for interesting and fun things to do while visiting Langkawi. The Sky Cab is one of the busiest attractions on the island, and the views from up high are breathtaking. You simply must ride it at least once in your life; it’s one of the longest cable cars in the world.
Experience one of the Most Magical and Stunning Sunsets in the world
Nothing beats the romantic backdrop of a beautiful sunset. And they don't come much better than those you can witness from almost anywhere in Langkawi. As well as from your own private patio area at your luxury villa, Langkawi is the best place to see the sky turn from a deep orange-yellow to indigo and then through to violet. Blog Source: https://ambongpoolvillas.wordpress.com/
On the 22nd October 2018, Ambong-Ambong Rainforest Retreat and Ambong Pool Villas organized a bi-monthly cocktail party held exclusively for guests. This exclusive event was held at Villa Raya, from one of the most stunning viewpoints in Langkawi.
A total of more than 20 guests were entertained by the “Ambong Traditional Dancers”, guests were also treated to a relaxing in-house massage by Ishan Spa whilst at the same time enjoyed delicious local delicacies and cocktails prepared by the team.
The Amazing Ambong Traditional Dancers!
The Ambong Traditional Dancers made up of seven dancers in total, led by Leeza who is the Head of Housekeeping, Leeza’s team members Fazirah, Adlina and Din who are from the Housekeeping team, Yanie from Front Office and last but not least Aziah from the Finance team. This Amazing Ambong team curated a special performance for guests known as Truly Malaysia, Joget Malay Dance, Asyik *a performance reserved only for Kings, Endang Negeri Sembilan, Wau Bulan Kelantan, Poco Poco Sumatra Indonesia and the final performance of the night Lodeh Mak Lodeh which saw guests up alongside the dancers, dancing the night away.
This exclusive bi-monthly cocktail event delighted guests with free-flow of beverages including beers, wines & cocktails, and also included local delicacies such as Roti Jala, literally translated as “fishing net bread”, Murtabak, which is a pan fried flatbread stuffed with meat, and all-time favourite Satay, a dish of seasoned and skewered grilled meat served with a rich peanut sauce.
All time favourite – Satay!
It did not just stop there, part of the event ensured that our guests are to be pampered with a complimentary massage by Ishan Spa therapists Choesnoel and Laila. As the Ishan team worked their magic, it gave the opportunity for our guests to relax and take in the spectacular sunset sea views.
Laila and Choesnoel preparing for guests
Ishan spa is located at Ambong-Ambong Rainforest Retreat and also provides in-Villa spa packages at Ambong Pool Villas.
This exclusive Ambong Ambong cocktail party was hosted in conjunction with the launch of Villa Raya at Ambong Pool Villas. Villa Raya is 3-bedroom the loftiest villa at Ambong Pool Villas, with unparalleled views of the Andaman sea and spectacular sunsets which overlooks the islands of Langkawi.
Villa Raya sleeps up to 8 adults or, 6 adults and 4 children. Rates start at RM15,000 nett per night which includes your own private chef, butler service, plus personal car and driver service throughout the stay.
Villa Raya can also host up to 20 pax seated service style, or 30 pax BBQ/buffet style and is ideal for hosting events and special occasions. For further information, please email events@ambong-ambong.com or call +604 955 8428.
Getting
away from our busy lives from time to time can prove essential for our well-being because it helps us focus on things
that truly matter. Traveling to a remote country, like Malaysia and enjoying
perfect sunsets on the shore of the Andaman Sea may be just the thing you need
to restore your energy. The Ambong Pool Villas provide
an ideal refuge from the stressful and fast-paced lives we lead.
Malaysian Piece of Heaven
The
resort is a collection of 9 private pool villas, each overlooking the Andaman Sea.
There are eight, 1-bedroom pool villas and one, 3-bedroom private pool villa,
with beautiful infinity pools that are designed to make your stay as
comfortable and relaxing as possible. Each villa has its own private terrace
and patio, so you can enjoy breathtaking vistas from the privacy of your
vacation home. Air-conditioning, king-sized
beds or non-stop Wi-Fi availability are just a few things you'll have at your
disposal during your stay at the Ambong
Pool Villas Resorts that was built in
perfect harmony with the surrounding nature. All tropical woods in the resort
were obtained from sustainable sources, while the entire complex is surrounded
by rainforest.
Enjoyment for All Senses
Besides
the beautiful scenery and access to Spa Wellness programs, Ambong Pool Villas Langkawi
also offers delicious cuisine that varies
from traditional Malayan dishes to Indian or Chinese meals that are prepared by
the best cooks in the region. If you wish so, all dishes can be prepared by
your private chef and served in your
villa during all hours of the day. If you are planning a family vacation or if
you would like to go on an unforgettable,
soul-searching adventure alone, the Ambong Pool Villas could be a perfect destination, because it combines all of the
comforts of modern life, with magnificent nature and charming sea views. Blog Source: https://ambongpoolvillas.wordpress.com/
