Picolo recommends · Hotel in Langkawi, Malaysia
The Danna Langkawi
White colonial facades, yachts in Telaga harbour and a long pool running towards the sea on the quieter west coast of Langkawi.
The Danna looks as if it belongs to another century: white columns, shuttered windows and verandas, set right beside the yachts in Telaga harbour. In front of it a broad pool stretches towards the water, with a strip of beach beyond.
Behind the hotel, the forested ridges of Gunung Machinchang rise steeply. The cable car to the top is only a short ride away, which makes this a handy base for the island's best-known viewpoint.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose The Danna Langkawi
We picked it for classic, polished luxury and for families who want a big pool and easy outings. Guests consistently rate the service highly, and the marina gives you restaurants and boat trips a few steps from the lobby.
The style is formal and traditional, which not everyone wants on a tropical island. The beach is fine but not the island's finest, so if long, empty sand is the priority, Tanjung Rhu on the north coast is the better bet.
What you get
- Large pool facing the sea
- Private beach
- Right by Telaga marina
- Restaurants on site
- Good for families
A day at The Danna Langkawi
- Morning
- The first cable car up Gunung Machinchang, before cloud covers the summit.
- Midday
- A walk across the Sky Bridge, then lunch back at the marina.
- Afternoon
- Lengths in the seafront pool and a swim off the beach.
- Evening
- A stroll along the harbour as the yachts light up.
Location
Telaga Harbour, Langkawi, Malaysia
Open in MapsQuestions about The Danna Langkawi
How far is The Danna Langkawi from the cable car?
The Langkawi cable car up Gunung Machinchang is a short drive from Telaga harbour. Go early in the day, before cloud tends to settle over the peak.
Is The Danna Langkawi good for families?
Yes. The large pool, the beach and the marina make it easy to keep children busy, and the cable car is a popular outing close by.
Does The Danna Langkawi have a beach?
It has its own beach in front of the pool area. It is pleasant for a swim, though the long beaches on the north coast are finer.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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