Pulau Tioman hotels and guesthouses guide
Charming Japamala Resort viewed from the jetty
There is a wide range of hotels on Pulau Tioman catering for all different types of travellers. A large number of high-end resorts have sprung up over recent years but there is still a good selection of budget choices, mainly congregated around the backpacker enclave of Air Batang – commonly referred to as ABC Beach. From here it is easy to walk up to picturesque Monkey Beach and beyond to Salang
Salang, to the northwest of the island, is a lively place to stay and Pulau Tioman accommodation here tends to be of a higher standard. Across on the east side of the island is the small settlement of Juara which has some laid-back guesthouses and resorts, but not much else. Nipah, to the southwest, is only accessible by boat and a taste of true castaway seclusion with only one resort.
Pulau Tioman resorts and hotels in Air Batang (ABC Beach)
Bamboo Hill: Great views from these top notch chalets overlooking the bay are worth the scramble to get here. There’s a decent restaurant attached as well. North end of beach, tel: +60 (0)9 419 1339. Rooms from US$25.
ABC: Lovely place with small cafe right on the beach and well-constructed chalets set around an attractive garden. Prices are a steal at US$15 for a room so they fill up quickly so be sure to book in advance. North end of beach, tel: +60 (0)9 419 1154. Rooms for US$15.
Mokhtar’s Place: Basic but scrupulously clean budget rooms in Tioman with large windows. There’s internet in the reception and the friendly owners book mainland bus tickets and snorkelling excursions as well. South of jetty, tel: +60 (0)9 419 1148. Rooms from US$10.
Bungalows at Salang Indah Resort
Nazri’s and Nazri’s Place: Two guesthouses owned by the same family with sturdy chalets set around a well-tended garden for a variety of prices including huge family rooms that can sleep eight. Attached Happy Bar is a great place to relax with a beer, there’s top notch Indian fare from the kitchen and snorkelling excursions, rock climbing plus bike and canoe hire can be arranged here. Tel: +60 (0)9 419 1375 / (0)9 419 1329. Rooms from US$10-25.
South Pacific: Great value small chalets with bathrooms with lovely cafe attached which serves up delicious Malay fare. Ask for a room right on the sand for sea views when you wake. By jetty, tel: +60 (0)9 419 1176. Chalets from US$10.
Pulau Tioman resorts and hotels in Salang
Zaid’s Place: Well-equipped set up with a choice of garden or beachfront chalets, a good-value restaurant and range of tourist amenities. Tel: +60 (0)9 419 5020. Rooms between US$25-30.
Salang Indah Resort: The cheapest hotel in Salang has box rooms and goes for just US$10. There are some larger family units available, though, and the restaurant serves up filling Western favourites. Ask for a room with a sea view. There is a slight extra cost but it is well worth it. Tel: +60 (0)9 419 5015. Rooms from US$10.
Pak Long: Lovely chalets set back from the beach come in a variety of styles and sizes. There’s internet access including WiFi available as well. By lagoon, tel: +60 (0)9 419 5000. Rooms between US$20-50.
Pulau Tioman resorts and hotels in Juara
Juara Mutiara: Largest resort in Juara with good selection of rooms ranging from simple dorms (US$5) to well-equipped chalets in the garden. Tel: +60 (0)9 419 3161. Rooms from US$15.
Paradise Point: Basic yet well-maintained chalets with simple shower-bathrooms are a snip at the price considering many a situated directly on the sand. North of beach, tel: +60 (0)9 419 3145. Rooms from US$15.
Rainbow Chalets: Huge A-frame chalets right on the beach gives a pleasant retreat to relax, although make sure to see a few available before choosing one. Tel: +60 (0)9 419 3140. Rooms from US$15.
Pulau Tioman resorts and hotels in Penuba Bay
Penuba Resort: This luxury resort is only accessible by the dirt track or taxi boat and this sense of seclusion is the main attraction. The beach is gorgeous and the chalets are perched with panoramic vistas of the surrounds. Tel: +60 (0)13 772 0454. Rooms between US$25-60.
