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Watercolours Resort & Dive Centre

South side of Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Pulau Perhentian Besar 22300 , Malaysia
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Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We had a wonderful time at Watercolours, the staff made us feel right at home and the food was good, especially Roti Canai! The villas are right on the beach with good access to the main stretch of beach, and we had a villa near the jungle, which was fine. The was no mosquito net so I was glad we... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

YES..me and BIG family just come back from our nice family vacation in Pulau Perhentian. So,we booked our trip package with Watercolour Resort. We went there during school holidays in March 2013. Frankly, the service was awesome. With the price that i paid for the package, its really worth. They took us at Kuala Besut Jetty with their big boat.... More

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Liverpool, UK
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9 hotel reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

I found the staff at watercolours very friendly and helpful. When we arrived on the island we didnt have a reservation. But the staff at watercolours welcomed us, found us a room and let us settle in and shower before we actually checked in. The chalet we had was a RM70 per night one, so thats what i'll be reviewing.... More

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Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2012

I found the Perhentian Island by accident. My son had spent a few days kayaking around them, living in small hostels and resorts as he went. After telling me I should go there and get some scuba time in, he concluded by saying "don't tell too many people about the islands. They are too good and should be kept a... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2012 via mobile

The room i stayed in was like a dorm suitable for 4 people to stay comfortably. It had air conditioning and towels. It was relatively clean although cracks in the doors and window allowed many insects through. I stayed at the impani establishment and after seeing the state of the chalets I was thankful. Chalets were more expensive but horribly... More

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

We stayed there for 2 weeks and it was very nice. The people working there are very helpful and the restaurant is good (an slightly overpriced too). The location is not the best but it is ok to sleep. Very clean. Because is right next to the jungle we got lots of insects and little animals, but there is no... More

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Victoria Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2011

My partner & I stayed at Watercolours Impiani on Pulau Perhentian Kecil last year. We had one of the forest chalets, which was superb with the exception of the bathroom, which was somewhat spartan but adequate. French doors onto a balcony in the forest with views of the sea through the trees provided a great place to relax at the... More

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Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia
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34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2011

After bad experience in Qimi Chalet in Kapas Island, we are so afraid to make another reservation in any places. However, all the frightened feelings were wiped off once we stepped our foots at this resort. The workers are friendly. They were trying their best to entertain all our requests. The manager, personally, greeted to us and arranged for our... More

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Hessen
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2011

After having traveled with budget airlines around Asia we enjoyed the Perhentian Islands and the Watercolours Resort. The resort is a simple getaway on an unspoilt island with fabulous beaches (the one belonging to the resort is ok, much nicer ones can be reached by canoe - not to be missed out!) and a relaxed atmosphere that can hardly be... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2011

Type in Watercolours Perhentian and you will get directed to Impiana which they no longer operate. This review is of Paradise on the big island (Besar). I went on May Day holiday weekend so got one of the few rooms still available. The resort offers a package to get you to and from Kota Baru airport which I can't fault... More

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Also Known As:
Watercolours Impiani Resort & Restaurant Hotel Pulau Perhentian Kecil
Watercolours Impiani Resort And Restaurant
Watercolours Impiani Resort & Restaurant Hotel
Watercolours Impiani Hotel
Hotel Watercolours Impiani
Address: South side of Pulau Perhentian Kecil, Pulau Perhentian Besar 22300 , Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Terengganu > Pulau Perhentian Besar
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Ranked #6 of 8 hotels in Pulau Perhentian Besar

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