Hotels in Malaysia

Our Malaysian listings cover four very different trips: the street food and heritage of Penang, the beaches and duty-free shopping of Langkawi, the cool tea country of the Cameron Highlands and the rainforest of Taman Negara.

They combine well in one route through the north and centre of Peninsular Malaysia, and each destination has a guide to help you pick the right area.

Destinations in Malaysia

Places to stay across Malaysia

A selection from every destination. Open a destination above to see all of its hotels with filters.

Planning a trip to Malaysia

Getting around

Kuala Lumpur is the main hub, with flights to Penang and Langkawi and buses to the Cameron Highlands and Taman Negara. Ferries link Penang with Langkawi, and the Cameron Highlands are a few hours by road from both Kuala Lumpur and Penang.

Weather

The west coast, including Penang and Langkawi, is usually driest from around December to March. The Cameron Highlands are cool all year, and Taman Negara's wettest period is usually from around November to January.

Questions about staying in Malaysia

How do I get from Penang to Langkawi?

By ferry, which usually takes a few hours, or by a short flight.

Can I combine the Cameron Highlands and Taman Negara?

Yes. Shared minivans and bus-and-boat transfers link the two, usually taking most of a day.

Is Langkawi duty-free?

Yes, the island has duty-free status.