For many, the day begins with the familiar glow of a screen. The hushpitality movement is changing this habit, offering sanctuaries where silence takes centre stage instead. At The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat in Malaysia, guests are encouraged to set aside their devices and immerse themselves in a true mental reset.
Located three hours from Kuala Lumpur, this adults-only sanctuary occupies a lush valley bordered by towering limestone peaks. Geothermal hot springs bubble beneath the surface, creating a restorative environment detached from the outside world. Visitors trade urban noise for tropical birdsong. Days are spent moving between steam baths and ice-cold dips, while quiet afternoons are spent inside natural limestone meditation caves. Evening meals unfold inside Jeff’s Cellar, a softly lit subterranean restaurant serving organic cuisine.
Asia Dreams Volume 60
The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat
Persiaran Lagun Sunway 3
Ipoh 31150, Malaysia
T: (+60) 52107777
E: tbhr.reservations@sunwayhotels.com
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IG: @thebanjaranhotsprings
