LIFESTYLE
15 Luxurious Tropical Airbnb Escapes in Selangor to Bookmark
Airbnb has mostly been known for providing travellers around the world with a budget-friendly option to accommodation while opening the lodging market to individuals with a spare bedroom or a spare house or two. For this list, we’re forgoing budget for luxury. Here are 16 of the most luxurious tropical-themed Airbnbs you can get in Selangor and a Rojak Daily suggestion of what you can do there:
Location: Jalan Bukit Desa
Maximum guests: 16
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 4
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM2,000 or RM125/person
The villa is also an on-going event space and security is tight. There is a CCTV at the entrance to detect any dubious activities and if there are more than 15 guests, a different rate will be charged. It is unclear if the pick-up service is for event groups only. Contact Woods to find out.
Listing: Holiday Villa 
Location: Jalan Bukit Desa
Maximum guests: 12
Additional guests: RM108/night
Bedrooms: 6
Beds: 7
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: Yes
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM2,336 or RM195/person
No, we can’t believe our eyes either. Featuring an open plan design with multiple zones, living spaces are split into two: upstairs and the poolside villas. All rooms house their own private bathrooms. The L-shaped swimming pool outside has a 15 metre-long lap-lane that runs through a glass-bottom gazebo sitting above the pool. The kitchen is off-limits but there is a chef to cater to your needs and a host is available should you require it (say no if you’d like to be left alone). All guests are required to register by providing their full names, a copy of their passport and contact details. No unauthorised guests are allowed, so no throwing private parties without notice. Smoking is not allowed… also no shoes on the wooden floors; they scratch easily.
Listing: Villa Sri Ananda 
Location: Serendah
Maximum guests: 14
Additional guests: RM50/night
Bedrooms: 6 chalets
Beds: 7
Property type: Chalets
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM3,080 or RM220/person
The Carpe Diem Orchard Home in Serendah is actually a retreat on its own right that lists the entire place on Airbnb. It consists of six kinds of chalets with different amenities, and the kitchen and common area is in another building. You may have to speak to the owners to find out rates for individual chalets and clarify the cost beforehand.
Listing: Carpe Diem Orchard Home 
Location: Batang Kali
Maximum guests: 7
Additional guests: No charge
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 5
Property type: House
Pet friendly: Yes
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM2,000 or RM285/person
Be warned: there is no air conditioning and one of the bedrooms is completely outdoors. There’s mosquito netting though, which is nice. The land is located in one of Selangor’s forest reserves and is fairly close to Genting Highland. You can BBQ, fish, go jungle trekking, get a local guide to bring you into the forest reserve and if you require, private transportation can be arranged at a price. Lastly, bring insect repellent.
Listing: Ratu Rening Residency 
Location: Ulu Langat
Maximum guests: 10
Additional guests: RM100/night
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 3 (extra bedding upon request)
Property type: House
Pet friendly: Yes
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM1,000 (weekdays), RM1,500 (weekends) or RM100/person and RM150/person
The elevated villa ensconced in the hills of Ulu Langat is the perfect blend of nature and creature comforts. Rent a bike, play ping pong, attempt fishing, fire up the pit, pretend to enjoy chess by the veranda over some tea and scones; the itinerary is open. Attractions nearby also include a hot spring, forest reserve, waterfalls (Gabai and Perdik) and Sungai Congkak.
Listing: Luxury Retreat Surrounded by Nature 
Location: Rawang
Maximum guests: 16+
Additional guests: RM100/night
Bedrooms: 4
Beds: 12
Property type: House
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM700 or RM43/person
The property is located within a gated community in Rawang and when you reach the guardhouse, you need to mention Templer Park Rainforest Retreat and they’ll let you right in. The property sits atop a hill and the owner lives next door should you need anything. Located within the valley of Bukit Takun, it is a place of tranquillity with various lookout points on the property supplemented by little nooks for you to burrow in with a good book and light conversation. There is a fish pond on the grounds and whatever you catch must be eaten on the grounds.
Listing: Templer Park Rainforest Retreat 
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 7
Bedrooms: 2
Beds: 5
Property type: House
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM950 or RM136/person
Nestled as part of 12 acres of farm land in Jalan Sungai Lui, Hulu Langat, the property houses the owner's family, the bungalow for guests and another cottage for guests. There are plenty to do for nature lovers (enquire beforehand): horse riding, pond and night time fishing by the river, picking seasonal fruits, climbing Mount Nuang, and playing with a goat or two. The master bedroom has two double beds and is attached to a loft with a double bed. There’s another room with another two single beds. You could also just enjoy that huge pool – all day.
Listing: Aman Dusun Orchard & Farm Retreat 
Location: Bangsar
Maximum guests: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Beds: 4
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM950 or RM119/person
If you’ve ever wondered how the 1% lived their lives in Bangsar, rent out this Balinese inspired villa on top of a hill surrounded by trees to find out. It offers a romantic veranda with a view of KL and oodles of space for you to get some quiet time. The living room looks out onto an infinity pond, trees and the sloping hill below it.
Listing: Magnificent Indonesian Jungle Villa 
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Maximum guests: 6
Additional guests: RM86/night
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 3
Property type: Bungalow
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM891 or RM148.50/person
Meals and transportation can be provided upon request and the master bedroom has a bathroom ensuite while the other two rooms share one bathroom. All you need to survive is available on-site, though we’d recommend you bring with you some entertainment. Board games or console games can be fun.
Listing: Redup Kemensah 
Location: Sungai Buloh
Maximum guests: 5
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 2 (with additional ad hoc bedroom)
Beds: 3
Property type: Bungalow
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM800 or RM160/person (with discounts for multiple nights)
Tastefully built by architect Hijas Kasturi, the lovingly restored Penang-style traditional house was originally located in Jalan Perak, Georgetown. Guests are welcome to a pool on the grounds, herb garden, underground gallery, and traditional houses are also available for viewing upon request. Guests are invited to self-check-in and all registered guests will receive a digital copy of the full guide to the house. Be mindful of the three dogs that call the area home – among other assorted wildlife – and also note that an additional RM100 deposit is required (on top of the Airbnb deposit) when you check-in.
Listing: Penang Style Traditional House 3BR 
Location: Sungai Buloh
Maximum guests: 5
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 3
Property type: Bungalow
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM800 or RM160/person (with discounts for multiple nights)
The Uda Manap House is located on the same grounds as the Penang House mentioned earlier. This house was relocated from Perak and dates as far back as 1901. Same rules apply: guests are welcome to a pool on the grounds, herb garden, underground gallery, and traditional houses are also available for viewing upon request. Guests are invited to self-check-in and all registered guests will receive a digital copy of the full guide to the house. Be mindful of the three dogs that call the area home – among other assorted wildlife – and also note that an additional RM100 deposit is required (on top of the Airbnb deposit) when you check-in.
Listing: Unique Chinese-Malay Heritage House 
Location: Kota Damansara
Maximum guests: 8
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 4
Beds: 5
Property type: Redonku-lous Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM999 or RM125/person
When you have a library so tall that you need to use a ladder in your own home, you know you’ve made it in life. This luxurious villa in Kota Damansara is situated in a gated community close to Sunway Giza and The Curve. The main hall can accommodate 50 people so we’ll let you think about what you can do with all this space.
Listing: Luxury Villa with pool in PJ 
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 7
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 4
Property type: Hilltop Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM1,977 or RM283/person
Infinity pools, open plans, lots of wood – these are the pillars that make good tropical resorts; and it’s all here. The Balik Kampung Villa is situated near Gunung Nuang, the Gabai waterfall and Congkak river if you’re feeling adventurous, otherwise, you’re advised to keep it down and just enjoy nature while here. Day time visitors are allowed with a maximum of five people only. Also, there’s apparently some light breakfast provided though we’d recommend you check with them first.
Listing: A Secluded 3 Bedroom Villa Retreat 
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 3
Bedrooms: 2
Beds: 2
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM882 or RM441/person
‘Erected’ with couples in mind, this private villa offers a comfortable veranda outside the bedroom overlooking nature. It’s equipped with a plunge pool meant for two. If you’re travelling with one child, there’s a single room as well, though we’d advise to keep the young one with your folks and enjoy your time together.
Listing: Jane&Tarzan: A Romantic 1+1 Villa .jpg)
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 16
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 7
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM1,500 or RM94/person
RumahKebun as they call it is meant to be a complete escape from your regular concrete encased lives. There’s neither Wi-Fi nor television. Water for the pool is fed through the Semungkis River and a water spring found on the grounds provides water for the whole place – so don’t go crazy in the shower. Only halal foods allowed on the premise. Finally, get back to nature and have fun out there.
Listing: RumahKebun - an ideal getaway
All photographs are credited to airbnb.com except for: #3 credit: carpediem.my, #5 credit: Facebook @gerimissenjavilla, #7 credit: Facebook @glamgoat, #13 credit: Facebbok @bkvilla.
1. Explore The Woods without leaving the urban jungle of Kuala Lumpur
Location: Jalan Bukit Desa
Maximum guests: 16
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 4
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM2,000 or RM125/person
The villa is also an on-going event space and security is tight. There is a CCTV at the entrance to detect any dubious activities and if there are more than 15 guests, a different rate will be charged. It is unclear if the pick-up service is for event groups only. Contact Woods to find out.
Listing: Holiday Villa
2. Live like a king in this glorious tropical resort in Bangsar
Location: Jalan Bukit Desa
Maximum guests: 12
Additional guests: RM108/night
Bedrooms: 6
Beds: 7
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: Yes
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM2,336 or RM195/person
No, we can’t believe our eyes either. Featuring an open plan design with multiple zones, living spaces are split into two: upstairs and the poolside villas. All rooms house their own private bathrooms. The L-shaped swimming pool outside has a 15 metre-long lap-lane that runs through a glass-bottom gazebo sitting above the pool. The kitchen is off-limits but there is a chef to cater to your needs and a host is available should you require it (say no if you’d like to be left alone). All guests are required to register by providing their full names, a copy of their passport and contact details. No unauthorised guests are allowed, so no throwing private parties without notice. Smoking is not allowed… also no shoes on the wooden floors; they scratch easily.
Listing: Villa Sri Ananda
3. Marvel at this traditional Malay home with modern opulence in Serendah
Location: Serendah
Maximum guests: 14
Additional guests: RM50/night
Bedrooms: 6 chalets
Beds: 7
Property type: Chalets
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM3,080 or RM220/person
The Carpe Diem Orchard Home in Serendah is actually a retreat on its own right that lists the entire place on Airbnb. It consists of six kinds of chalets with different amenities, and the kitchen and common area is in another building. You may have to speak to the owners to find out rates for individual chalets and clarify the cost beforehand.
Listing: Carpe Diem Orchard Home
4. Get back to nature in this ecologically conscious retreat in Batang Kali
Location: Batang Kali
Maximum guests: 7
Additional guests: No charge
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 5
Property type: House
Pet friendly: Yes
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM2,000 or RM285/person
Be warned: there is no air conditioning and one of the bedrooms is completely outdoors. There’s mosquito netting though, which is nice. The land is located in one of Selangor’s forest reserves and is fairly close to Genting Highland. You can BBQ, fish, go jungle trekking, get a local guide to bring you into the forest reserve and if you require, private transportation can be arranged at a price. Lastly, bring insect repellent.
Listing: Ratu Rening Residency
5. Wake up on this deck and think about how good life can be
Location: Ulu Langat
Maximum guests: 10
Additional guests: RM100/night
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 3 (extra bedding upon request)
Property type: House
Pet friendly: Yes
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM1,000 (weekdays), RM1,500 (weekends) or RM100/person and RM150/person
The elevated villa ensconced in the hills of Ulu Langat is the perfect blend of nature and creature comforts. Rent a bike, play ping pong, attempt fishing, fire up the pit, pretend to enjoy chess by the veranda over some tea and scones; the itinerary is open. Attractions nearby also include a hot spring, forest reserve, waterfalls (Gabai and Perdik) and Sungai Congkak.
Listing: Luxury Retreat Surrounded by Nature
6. Get a BBQ going and lounge by the pool in Rawang
Location: Rawang
Maximum guests: 16+
Additional guests: RM100/night
Bedrooms: 4
Beds: 12
Property type: House
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM700 or RM43/person
The property is located within a gated community in Rawang and when you reach the guardhouse, you need to mention Templer Park Rainforest Retreat and they’ll let you right in. The property sits atop a hill and the owner lives next door should you need anything. Located within the valley of Bukit Takun, it is a place of tranquillity with various lookout points on the property supplemented by little nooks for you to burrow in with a good book and light conversation. There is a fish pond on the grounds and whatever you catch must be eaten on the grounds.
Listing: Templer Park Rainforest Retreat
7. Find out the joys of owning a farm while living in a bungalow facing the Langat river
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 7
Bedrooms: 2
Beds: 5
Property type: House
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM950 or RM136/person
Nestled as part of 12 acres of farm land in Jalan Sungai Lui, Hulu Langat, the property houses the owner's family, the bungalow for guests and another cottage for guests. There are plenty to do for nature lovers (enquire beforehand): horse riding, pond and night time fishing by the river, picking seasonal fruits, climbing Mount Nuang, and playing with a goat or two. The master bedroom has two double beds and is attached to a loft with a double bed. There’s another room with another two single beds. You could also just enjoy that huge pool – all day.
Listing: Aman Dusun Orchard & Farm Retreat
8. Live a little atas in this jungle villa built smack in the middle of Bangsar
Location: Bangsar
Maximum guests: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Beds: 4
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM950 or RM119/person
If you’ve ever wondered how the 1% lived their lives in Bangsar, rent out this Balinese inspired villa on top of a hill surrounded by trees to find out. It offers a romantic veranda with a view of KL and oodles of space for you to get some quiet time. The living room looks out onto an infinity pond, trees and the sloping hill below it.
Listing: Magnificent Indonesian Jungle Villa
9. Reenact The Cabin in the Woods with a cabin in the woods of Kemensah Heights
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Maximum guests: 6
Additional guests: RM86/night
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 3
Property type: Bungalow
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM891 or RM148.50/person
Meals and transportation can be provided upon request and the master bedroom has a bathroom ensuite while the other two rooms share one bathroom. All you need to survive is available on-site, though we’d recommend you bring with you some entertainment. Board games or console games can be fun.
Listing: Redup Kemensah
10. Go back to the early 20th century Penang in Sungai Buloh
Location: Sungai Buloh
Maximum guests: 5
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 2 (with additional ad hoc bedroom)
Beds: 3
Property type: Bungalow
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM800 or RM160/person (with discounts for multiple nights)
Tastefully built by architect Hijas Kasturi, the lovingly restored Penang-style traditional house was originally located in Jalan Perak, Georgetown. Guests are welcome to a pool on the grounds, herb garden, underground gallery, and traditional houses are also available for viewing upon request. Guests are invited to self-check-in and all registered guests will receive a digital copy of the full guide to the house. Be mindful of the three dogs that call the area home – among other assorted wildlife – and also note that an additional RM100 deposit is required (on top of the Airbnb deposit) when you check-in.
Listing: Penang Style Traditional House 3BR
11. Experience the melding of Chinese and Malay culture in one house
Location: Sungai Buloh
Maximum guests: 5
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 3
Property type: Bungalow
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 1 night
Cost per night: RM800 or RM160/person (with discounts for multiple nights)
The Uda Manap House is located on the same grounds as the Penang House mentioned earlier. This house was relocated from Perak and dates as far back as 1901. Same rules apply: guests are welcome to a pool on the grounds, herb garden, underground gallery, and traditional houses are also available for viewing upon request. Guests are invited to self-check-in and all registered guests will receive a digital copy of the full guide to the house. Be mindful of the three dogs that call the area home – among other assorted wildlife – and also note that an additional RM100 deposit is required (on top of the Airbnb deposit) when you check-in.
Listing: Unique Chinese-Malay Heritage House
12. Stay in a villa so huge we had to use the word 'redonku-lous' in this title
Location: Kota Damansara
Maximum guests: 8
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 4
Beds: 5
Property type: Redonku-lous Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM999 or RM125/person
When you have a library so tall that you need to use a ladder in your own home, you know you’ve made it in life. This luxurious villa in Kota Damansara is situated in a gated community close to Sunway Giza and The Curve. The main hall can accommodate 50 people so we’ll let you think about what you can do with all this space.
Listing: Luxury Villa with pool in PJ
13. Balik Kampung to a Balinese inspired villa in the woods
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 7
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 4
Property type: Hilltop Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM1,977 or RM283/person
Infinity pools, open plans, lots of wood – these are the pillars that make good tropical resorts; and it’s all here. The Balik Kampung Villa is situated near Gunung Nuang, the Gabai waterfall and Congkak river if you’re feeling adventurous, otherwise, you’re advised to keep it down and just enjoy nature while here. Day time visitors are allowed with a maximum of five people only. Also, there’s apparently some light breakfast provided though we’d recommend you check with them first.
Listing: A Secluded 3 Bedroom Villa Retreat
14. Go ape sh*t crazy over this romantic villa for two named Jane & Tarzan
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 3
Bedrooms: 2
Beds: 2
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM882 or RM441/person
‘Erected’ with couples in mind, this private villa offers a comfortable veranda outside the bedroom overlooking nature. It’s equipped with a plunge pool meant for two. If you’re travelling with one child, there’s a single room as well, though we’d advise to keep the young one with your folks and enjoy your time together.
Listing: Jane&Tarzan: A Romantic 1+1 Villa
15. See for yourself what sustainable architecture done right looks like
Location: Hulu Langat
Maximum guests: 16
Additional guests: No charge (let them know beforehand)
Bedrooms: 3
Beds: 7
Property type: Villa
Pet friendly: No
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Cost per night: RM1,500 or RM94/person
RumahKebun as they call it is meant to be a complete escape from your regular concrete encased lives. There’s neither Wi-Fi nor television. Water for the pool is fed through the Semungkis River and a water spring found on the grounds provides water for the whole place – so don’t go crazy in the shower. Only halal foods allowed on the premise. Finally, get back to nature and have fun out there.
Listing: RumahKebun - an ideal getaway
All photographs are credited to airbnb.com except for: #3 credit: carpediem.my, #5 credit: Facebook @gerimissenjavilla, #7 credit: Facebook @glamgoat, #13 credit: Facebbok @bkvilla.