Club Med Cherating Beach

Set into 80 hectares of forest on Malaysia's east coast, Club Med Cherating Beach faces the South China Sea near Kuantan, Pahang. The property holds 240 rooms and suites spread across 15 three-storey buildings, each fitted with air conditioning, a mini-fridge, and a private bathroom. Tree cover runs close to the shore. You can hear the sea from paths that cut through the jungle canopy linking the buildings to the beach. Days here run on movement: guests can try rock climbing, sailing, kayaking, and pickleball, alongside tennis, yoga, and hiking through the surrounding forest. A water park and multiple swimming pools sit apart from the shoreline itself, and a spa and fitness centre round out the quieter end of the programme. Children's clubs and dedicated play areas run through the day, aimed at family stays rather than couples seeking quiet. Restaurants and bars operate on an all-inclusive basis, covering meals and drinks without separate charges. The resort sits within a protected forest reserve, home to a range of tropical species that share the grounds with guests. It is a working balance of jungle and coast rather than a beach strip alone. The property is scheduled to close for renovation in October 2026, ahead of a planned reopening in 2027.