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Reviewed 23 July 2011

Excellent service on arrival and prompt check-in. Lemon grass drink was cool and refreshing. Keropok Lekor - a speciality of the area was hot and crispy served with a spicy dip. The deco of the room was tastefully done in Malay Kampung style. The toilet was clean with fresh white large towels. In front of the villa you have the beach all to yourself. Desert is served in your room at tea time. Day trips can be made from the jetty nearby which takes about 1/2 hour by boat. We had a very pleasant 2 night stay and a good getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Date of stay: July 2011
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9  Thank rukaiyah
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Reviewed 7 April 2011

Although we called ahead to announce our arrival ( a group of 7) we had to wait in the rain until 1 (one) person came to take care of us.The monsoon rains did not faze us but the condition of the resort shocked us. Used and threadbare would be the description. Hard to believe that they won the best resort award in 2007!!! The location is ideal!!! A shame to see such a resort practically "rot" away. The beach cafe is closed and the walls and roof covered with fungus/mushrooms... Lightings on the path were broken down (dangerous at night during a downfall) The spa and shop were closed. The menu lacked most of the items on them, even the local dishes eg. "roti canai" !! The chalets and amenities...threadbare and with spots!!
The staff were VERY friendly and did their best but were left on their own by the management. We found out that the manger had quit recently!! We felt very sad as we had quite a high expectation of the resort. It should have been the highlight of our first time visit to Malaysia. By the way we had a fantastic trip to KL, Taman Negara and Kuantan in two cars.. We left a couple of days earlier than planned from the Aryani back to KL....

Date of stay: March 2011
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8  Thank maelclaude
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jeeya, Guest Relations Manager at The Aryani Terengganu, responded to this reviewResponded 24 April 2011

The Aryani Management

Dear reviewer,

Thank you for your feedback and we do appreciate your sincere sharing. To ensure that The Aryani remains the charming heritage resort it will soon go through transformation and upgrading work in phases.
we look forward to welcoming you back to The Aryani for you to experience and improved offering and service.

Kind regards

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Reviewed 10 February 2011

The Aryani was a major disapoointment. After having read the reviews on Tripadvisor I was expecting to arrive at a great little retreat.

However, we were really surprised when we arrived and were encountered by a resort which probably has not had any maintenance in the last 15 to 20 years. Every thing looks old, greenish (from the amounts of rain and humidity in the area) and even dirty. We did not even get in the pool because of the bad water conditions.

The bar at the beach seems to have been closed for years, many installations were broken, and, on top of all of that, our room was not even clean. We arrived too late to be complaining and changing rooms as we were just staying for one night (luckily!!) on our way to the Perhentians.

All in all, the feeling we had was of a decadent, badly managed place, in which only the personnel (who was very friendly and helpful) would make up for all the inconveniences.

Date of stay: September 2010
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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5  Thank CanarioViajero
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Reviewed 29 December 2010

The Aryani was strongly recommended by a colleague of mine who went here recently for her honeymoon. i decided to take the same Honeymoon package because the offer was so reasonable, a two-nights, one day (not subject to season) package complete with breakfast, one dinner and a candle-lit dinner - and spa treatments for both my husband and I. It was completely worth it. We were given the best room (number 12) that was closest to the sea, so we could leave the door open and sleep with just the sea breeze accompanying us throughout.

i notice that some reviewers complain about how it is faded and run-down, but I feel that this hasn't dampened the experience at all - in fact it gives it a level of authenticity that's hard to explain. The staff are reserved here, but friendly enough. You must appreciate the fact that you're getting a great deal for what would cost you more if you wanted the same thing in Bali. I've stayed in some exquisite resorts in Bali, and in several parts of the Island but they've all not been easy on the wallet. Here, you get everything promised in the package.

The spa is really excellent and I trust couples will enjoy the 'Royal Bath' that comes with the package - milk, flower and lime water outdoor showers and then a soak in an outdoor jacuzzi only metres away from the sea - all for under RM2,000? Whoever complains after that is just being unreasonable. At the end of the day, we saw no domestic pests, enjoyed all our facilities, had an excellent house to ourselves closest to the sea and had well-cooked meals. They were even considerate enough to bring the candle-lit dinner to our balcony when the winds got too strong.

If you're going to be anal about hotels after all this you're determined not to enjoy yourself. i came for some year-end reflection and the location was simply ideal. Violent rains and waves gave me scenic, misty vistas - the only drawback is that there's not much to do outside the hotel, but a half-our drive into the state capital will sort this out. All in all, i thoroughly enjoyed myself here (despite it being Monsoon season) and will be back!

For those from Kuala Lumpur - best you take a flight here and then rent a car. It's quite a distance.

Date of stay: December 2010
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6  Thank katscan_10
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Reviewed 29 December 2010

My wife and I were looking for a relaxing holiday at the beach. The website loooked great with individual villas which were very hyped up. It took ius 9 hours from Kuala Lumpur (website said 7) and on arrival was very disappointed. The hotel is nowhere near anywhere and 45 minutes from the nearest town Terengganu. It is not surprising that only 4 rooms were taken. Although the hotel sold alcohol at 'hotel prices' no other restaurant outlet (local cuisine did) even Terengganu where we ventured for a meal one night was dry! The facilities published are there but not many open! On the positoive side the food at the hotel was very good and restaurant staff also veryu polite. Be very careful in choosing this hotel PS The onlne price was increased by 60 Ringitt per night when the rransaction was complete!

Date of stay: December 2010
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3  Thank Gilbard H
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