Pulau Singa Besar, Kedah hotel rooms at the Independent

"Very comfortable and a wonderful experience!"

"Amazing hotel with really friendly staff, going above and beyond to make you stay unforgettable."

"Positives: We initially booked a flight and accommodation package through Wotif but upgraded the second half of our 8 day stay to the water chalet. Both areas were beautiful and unique, but the water chalet was truely sublime. Too bad you can't jump into the sea from your room. Or any of the water chalets for that matter. Staff were excellent, always courteous and very friendly. Free shuttle was fantastic and prompt. Drivers were safe and skilled. Negatives: Need to pay extra for all other hire activities that should be free given the expense of the room: canoe, body board, pool toys, pool table, table soccer, fishing rod. Not resort related, but also be aware when you book tours, you need to pay for additional activities (canoe, life jackets, snorkels, toilet, everything else that isn't the tour). Eg: if you booked a snorkeling tour this won't include lifejacket hire for swimming, snorkels, beach lounge/shade, etc. It was explained differently to us but when you check in, you will need to pay additional tax per day of stay, but also a RM700 deposit. Money isn't taken out at this point but it's used as a room tab. The final amount will be deducted from your credit card at the end of your stay plus any owing. Refunds of unused deposit may take up to 1 month - which is strange as the money isn't taken out initially. All in all a restorative and luxurious island vacation. Great for couples and families. "

"Nice views"

"Room was incredible, staff were beyond attentive, any niggles were resolved immediately and perfectly. A really incredible stay, we will be back."

"Hotel staffs are friendly, accommodating and rooms are clean/well maintained "

"It was an overall good experience.. thank you "

"Excellent "

"Excellent stay at the Riyaz. In particular, the excursion activities were great. Special thanks to Jo who managed to book us in for Pulau Payar snorkeling at the last minute 😊"