Our favourite family-friendly hotels

With stunning beaches, a relaxing spa, fantastic water sports and sumptuous restaurants, this beautiful resort on the Coral Coast offers a wonderful insight into the chilled island lifestyle.

Golden Sands Resort, Penang is a deluxe resort situated in the heart of Batu Ferringhi and set on one of Malaysia’s most inviting beaches. Nearby, the colonial city of George Town offers travellers a fascinating insight into Malaysia’s cultural history with Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures displayed across the city.

A well located hotel in a gorgeous rainforest setting, offering 16 acres of tropical gardens and a great stretch of beach, ideal for relaxing in the sun. Families will love this hotel, with four swimming pools to choose from including a swim-up bar for the adults and for the kids their own pool with water slide, kids menu and a playground. Dine in the Tropical Garden or beachside restaurant, closeby is the village centre with more eating options.

Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa is traditional Malay in style and is nestled along Penang’s legendary Batu Ferringhi Beach. This iconic beach resort is undoubtably one of the most luxurious in Penang and its 304 well-appointed rooms and suites help relax guests within minutes of arrival.

A truly stunning resort which combines traditional Indonesian flair with modern amenities, all in an idyllic jungle and rice field setting. The private pool villas are gorgeous. Perfect for all of you that want that extra special holiday treat.

This 4 star resort is a beachfront haven, sporting the longest seafront on the Kenyan coast. Ideal for simply unwinding in a tropical paradise or for an action-packed family holiday, this resort is perfect for everyone.

Set on the glittering waters of the Gulf of Thailand, in tranquil Fisherman’s Cove at Bo Phut beach on Samui Island, the Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is surrounded by tropical gardens and offers traditional southern Thai architecture and a fantastic Spa.

The Katathani is a deluxe beachfront hotel and spa situated on secluded Kata Noi Bay, on the southwest coast of Phuket Island, less than an hour from the airport. It is set on an unspoilt white sandy beach and surrounded by lush green hills.

Enjoying an unrivalled location of outstanding natural beauty overlooking a sandy white beach and two tropical lagoons, this luxury hotel has a fantastic range of activities and dining options.

Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort & Spa is arguably Kota Kinabalu’s premier beach resort. Set on Pantai Dalit Beach, this stunning resort is nestled within over 400 acres of lush tropical vegetation and includes an awe-inspiring nature reserve.