Mysteries, Mountains, and Mouthwatering Delights: The Unbelievable Cameron Highlands Resort Getaway

Cameron Highlands is known as a little piece of England in Asia. It has a cool climate with beautiful green hills and tea plantations, perfect for relaxing walks, golfing, and relaxing afternoon tea. 

When we planned our trip to Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, we got an invitation to stay at Cameron Highlands Resort and accepted it excitedly.

The rooms at the Cameron Highlands Resort are spacious and have a classic colonial design that feels elegant and welcoming. There are 56 well-appointed rooms and suites, all with a fantastic view of the golf course and the beautiful hills and green forest in the background. It’s a wonderful place to stay and enjoy the natural beauty of Cameron Highlands.

We’ll take you along on our stay, showing you the elegant rooms, the beautiful surroundings, and the amazing care the property puts into everything they do. It is the perfect highland getaway filled with trails, tales, and traditions.

The Cameron Highlands Resort Experience

Cameron Highlands Resort is almost 5,000 feet (1,500 meters) above sea level, surrounded by beautiful forests and mountains. The resort is built as an extension of an old cottage from the 1930s, and its architecture dates back to the 1970s. 

The service is warm and welcoming, combining traditional English charm with discreet Asian hospitality. You can expect to experience a wonderful blend of cultures and enjoy a cozy and unforgettable stay at Cameron Highlands Resort, part of YTL Hotels.

The Modern Colonial Rooms at Cameron Highlands Resort

The rooms at Cameron Highlands Resort are designed to bring back the elegance of the past, where everything was made with great care and quality. The furniture is custom-made, and they use Jim Thompson’s exquisite fabrics made from teak and silk.

You’ll have a cozy and comfortable sleep in the large four-poster beds, surrounded by soft cushions. And if you want to relax, you can read a book on the daybed while enjoying fresh strawberries and locally grown tea.

Upscale Afternoon Tea at Jim Thompson Tea Room

The Jim Thompson Tea Room is named after a famous American who helped the Thai silk industry. The decor is elegant and reminds you of the old colonial times.

When you visit, you can enjoy the English Afternoon Tea tradition with delicious fresh pastries, tasty sandwiches, homemade scones with cream and jam, and local juicy strawberries. To complete the experience, you can try fine teas from Cameron Highlands. It’s a delightful way to spend an afternoon and enjoy the tasty treats.

A Culinary Hotpot at Gonbei’s Restaurant

At Gonbei’s restaurant, you get a special local dining experience. The restaurant has an open concept, and cooking around a heated hotpot is one of the favorite things to do there as it provides a warming meal for rainy or cool days.

You can make your hotpot broth just as you like and add the freshest local vegetables, seafood, prime meat, and noodles. You get to dip them into the simmering fragrant broth and enjoy a flavorful and comforting meal.

Delightful Dining Experience in The Dining Room

At the Cameron Highlands Resort, you can enjoy a cascade-style breakfast with many options. They have freshly baked pastries, fruits, yogurt, cereals, eggs, pancakes, and traditional noodle dishes. You can have all this in the bright dining room, where you can see the beautiful mountain views and the golf course.

In the evening, the atmosphere becomes cozy with candlelight, and their chefs prepare delicious colonial classics, western dishes, and local specialties for dinner. And the best part is that you can treat yourself to sinful desserts after dinner.

The Mysterious Jim Thompson Trail of Cameron Highlands

Cameron Highlands Resort has exciting activities, like the Jim Thompson Trail, guided by the knowledgeable naturalist Madi. He’s an experienced and well-informed guide who will show you around and entertain you with facts and haunting stories about the Cameron Highlands and Jim Thompson.

Jim Thompson was a famous American businessman who helped return the Thai silk industry. He loved nature and the countryside. In 1967, he went for a stroll in the Cameron Highlands jungle and never returned. The Cameron Highlands Resort created this special trail in memory of him, combining his love for the hills with the mystery of his disappearance.

Cameron Highlands’ Local Strawberry Farms

Cameron Highlands is famous for its high-quality strawberries. The local farmers have been growing strawberries for decades and know the best time to pick them to get the juiciest and most flavorful strawberries you’ve ever tried.

The cool weather and high location of Cameron Highlands make the strawberries grow slowly, giving them a more concentrated flavor. The soil in the Cameron Highlands is rich in nutrients, and the farmers use organic methods to grow the strawberries, which makes them even sweeter and pure. 

The Jungle Secrets of Anti-Aging at the Spa Village

The Spa Village in Cameron Highlands Resort has a special treatment called “The Jungle Secrets of Anti-Aging.” It’s inspired by the Semai indigenous people, also known as “Orang Asli,” from Pahang. They deeply understand the forest and its plants in their culture, using them to heal and treat ailments.

The Semai elders have been practicing traditional medicine for a very long time, and they see value in every plant, even if it looks like a simple shrub or weed to others. They will share some of these ancient jungle secrets with you during your Spa Village experience. 

The Stunning Cameron Highlands Resort: An Experience to Remember

Cameron Highlands Resort offers a unique and elegant retreat that captures the charm of a bygone era amidst the lush beauty of nature. The resort provides a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration with its colonial-style rooms, upscale afternoon tea, delightful dining experiences, and engaging activities like the Jim Thompson Trail and rejuvenating spa treatments.

Whether immersing in the local culture or enjoying the stunning surroundings, Cameron Highlands Resort promises a memorable stay that marries tradition with modern comfort.