It’s important to indulge in yourself, especially when it comes to your health. Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat is Malaysia’s first luxury natural hot springs wellness retreat offering bespoke holistic experiences designed to restore overall wellbeing. CompareRetreats.com takes the chance to reconnect and rediscover as we check out the gorgeous resort.
Location
Located in the northern state of Perak, only 15-minutes drive from Ipoh and two-hours drive from Kuala Lumpur, Banjaran is nestled in a 16-acre valley. Cradled by 260 million-year old towering Paleozoic limestone hills and surrounded by verdant rainforest, the retreat is home to natural geothermal hot springs, limestone caves and cascading waterfalls.
Accommodation
Spread over 25 luxurious ‘Garden’ and ‘Water’ villas, the lodgings at Banjaran are of five-star standard. The Garden Villas measure 2,808 square feet and come complete with a master suite (with a luxurious seven-foot king-sized bed), ensuite, spacious living and dining area, and an outdoor patio with a private courtyard.
The Water Villas are 1,667 square feet and overlook a plant-lined water canal. Amenities include an outdoor over-water balcony, master suite and ensuite (with outdoor rain shower). All villas—both garden and water—have outdoor plunge pools and Jacuzzi’s which are infused with natural geothermal hot springs water.
Food Programme
Offering a healthy fine dining experience in a serene open-air setting, Banjaran’s food menu reflects the wellness-oriented focus of the rest of the resort. Fresh, zesty salads, wholesome soups, vegetable-laden laksa (spicy noodle soup) and fresh seafood are the restaurant’s specialities, and the resort’s executive chef is happy to craft meals to suit specific dietary needs.
Standout dishes include the steamed cod with pomelo ginger, asparagus, wok-fried vegetables and hazelnuts with lemongrass emulsion; the potato and leek soup with quail eggs, micro greens and truffle oil; the grilled local freshwater lobster with sweet and spicy coconut cream and seasonal vegetables; and the oven roasted black cod with bell pepper coulis and green pea emulsion.
Treatment Programme
From two-day escapes to intensive 21-day experiences, the wellness programmes at The Banjaran takes a holistic approach to health. Incorporate relaxing spa treatments, healthy meals and daily well-being activities including yoga, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, pranayama (yogic breathing) and meditation, the programmes are split into six categories: Detoxification, Longevity, Rejuvenation, Weight Management, Fitness and Tailor Made Experiences.
Every package includes a health consultation with the Banjaran’s experienced team of wellness practitioners, which comprises a resident Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctor, an Ayurvedic doctor and a fitness expert. Spa therapies include an eclectic array of traditional Malay rituals, TCM treatments, Ayurvedic therapies, Tao massage, holistic energy healing remedies, herbal baths and aromatherapy facials.
Detox-focused treatments include colon hydrotherapy, exfoliating skin polishes and antioxidant restoration therapy, while rejuvenating therapies include nourishing body wraps, hot stone massage and Reiki.
Results
Expect to feel…pampered and primped. The healthy fine dining is the kind of wellness that gives you a physical and emotional boost, which you can enjoy between dips in the spring and sessions in the spa.
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