The Reef Chalets

Pulau Perhentian


This family-owned resort offers a wide range of pleasant wooden chalets set back from the beach and surrounding a beautifully maintained jungle garden. Occasionally visitors include acrobatic dusky leaf monkeys (langurs), birds and bats. Many chalets have sea views; the cheapest are fan-cooled, the more expensive have air conditioning.

The friendly owners rent out kayaks and snorkelling equipment and can help you plan your stay.


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