Angsana Teluk Bahang, on the popular Malaysia island getaway of Penang, is all set to level up the profile of the thriving tropical destination with its own take on how to run a five-star luxury property when it opens, by the end of Q2 2020.

Managed by Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts, the hotel is approximately a 50-minute drive from the Penang International Airport, a 30-minute drive from George Town and a five-minute drive from Batu Ferringhi. Guests will appreciate the resort’s convenient accessibility to nearby popular tourist attractions in the Teluk Bahang vicinity, namely the Penang National Park, Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm, Penang Tropical Spice Garden, Penang Tropical Fruit Farm, Penang Batik Factory, Penang Art & Garden and Escape Adventureplay and Waterplay Theme Parks.

Room and Suite categories include Superior Room, Deluxe Room, Premier Room, One-Bedroom Suite, One-Bedroom Deluxe Suite, Two-Bedroom Suite, Two-Bedroom Deluxe Suite with a patio garden and a mini jet tub at the entrance, Two-Bedroom Pool Suite with a plunge pool and Two-Bedroom Sky Garden Suite, a penthouse with a private sky garden and outdoor jet tub.

All rooms and suites offer a panoramic view of the Andaman Sea and come equipped with a 49-inch Smart television with music and movie channels, air-conditioning, luxurious amenities, international direct dial, bathroom with rain shower and long bath, bidet, hairdryer, digital clock with USB port, electronic safe box, Wifi connectivity, coffee and tea-making facilities, amongst others.  

Discussing the opening GM, Nigel Fisher, said: “The resort’s development came about with a vision of drawing inspiration from the rich Penang Peranakan Baba Nyonya heritage. Its architecture and interior design will incorporate the vibrant colours and intricate floral with geometric patterns of the Straits Eclectic Style, as well as pay tribute to Penang’s status of being a UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) world heritage destination.”

Meetings and events can be organised at the resort with its Kebaya Ballroom located on the Ground Level of the resort, which can accommodate up to 300 guests, and three smaller meeting rooms which are suitable for private meetings and intimate events of 10 to 40 persons.

Furthermore, there will be the functional Jubilee Pavilion by the infinity swimming pool deck area, which sets as the perfect venue for private events of 30 to 200 persons. Tailor-made proposals to meet guests’ needs and requirements can be arranged accordingly. Special Wedding banquet celebration packages are also available.