The Legend Cherating Resort. Kuantan.
Looking for a place to hold your company’s function, events or even a relaxing weekend getaway? Try The Legend Cherating resort, situated in the State of Pahang and about 249 kilometres or 3 hours’ drive from Kuala Lumpur. To get there, take the east-west highway beginning from Gombak and travel along Karak highway. Driving along this highway is really relaxing with scenic views of endless stretch of greeneries and hills that make up the main range of peninsular Malaysia. There are 5 rest and relax (R & R) areas starting with Lanchang, Temerloh, Maran, Gambang and Kuantan where you can take a break for a cuppa or refill your car. You can drive into Kuantan town for some shopping or visit or by-pass Kuantan via Jabor and head towards Cherating.
The Legend Cherating resort is located about 42 km from Kuantan town and there are plenty of signs along the trunk road indicating where and how close the resort is to you. Upon reaching the resort entrance, the first thing you will notice is the driveway towards the lobby. It is actually directing you on the wrong side of the road. For a moment there I thought the management or owner must have a weird sense of humour but upon checking I was told it was actually a “Feng Shui” factor.
The external appearance did not really impress me for a 4 Stars resort. The landscape does not have the “Wow” factor and the building looks quite mundane. This probably may be due to the fact that the resort is 19 years old. The lobby however is spacious and the décor incorporates some traditional Malay design. There are foosball, snooker & pool tables, reading area and video arcade along the long stretch of the lobby to keep kids occupied while you check-in or out and also to provide guests with alternative entertainment. A convenience shop and a lobby lounge are also on the same floor. One floor down and you will find the one and only restaurant called Coconut groove that serves both local and international delicacies.
Checking in was a breeze, probably because I was one of only 2 guests there at that time of check-in. But the service given is 5 stars. So was the bell service as our luggage was quickly and efficiently taken care of from the moment we got down from our car to the room. Luggage was nicely placed onto the luggage rack and air-condition was promptly turned on for us by the bell boy.
I was initially a bit apprehensive of our room condition while walking towards it as the corridor leading to the rooms is really plain, devoid of any plants or panting on walls as you would normally get from 4 star resorts. All the negative perceptions changed when we got into the room. The newly refurbished premium deluxe sea view room is spacious nicely laid with wooden coloured floor tiles, very comfortable divan king size bed, extra pillows, coffee / tea making facility, double seat PVC sofa, flat screen TV, safe box, robes, iron and board, mini fridge and lots of electrical wall sockets (something which many resorts and hotels sorely lack off) to cater especially for gadget freaks like me who need to charge the many gadgets that I brought along.
Bathroom is just as impressive with generous space allocated. Shaving kit, toothbrush, shower cap, sanitary bag, cotton bud and sewing kit are neatly placed together with hand towels. The shower closet is spacious as well and we really love the rain shower, or alternatively you can also use the hand shower, depending on your shower habits. Each deluxe sea view room comes with balcony for guests to enjoy the picturesque view of the sea, feel the wonderful sea breeze blowing in from the South China Sea and listen to the hypnotic sound of the waves splashing onto the beach.
Rooms that are available in The Legend Cherating include Deluxe, Premium Deluxe, Premium Deluxe sea view, junior suite, executive suite and Penthouse. Prices differ according to the season and readers here will get substantial discounts if booked under Active Bugs Resources or Travelution Magazine.
The legend Cherating resort has ample facilities for families, groups and corporate companies. These include tennis court, squash court, Jacuzzi, Sauna room, gym, table tennis, archery, 7 elements obstacle course and water sports. Beach in front is great for jogging as it stretches for kilometres away. Swimming in the sea however is not for the faint hearted as waves and current are strong and do check with the resort for jellyfish season. The sports and recreation department do organizes tour for turtle and firefly watching, snorkelling in nearby snake island, jungle trekking, fishing trip, jet ski, ATV, Buggies and bicycle rental. Other beach activities include beach soccer, sepak takraw and beach volleyball. Those who prefer to stay indoors, there are ample board games, congkak and carom. You can also sing your heart out in the Karaoke or dance the night away in the X’pose disco. For plain relaxation, drop in for a reflexology or relax those tired body of yours with a traditional body massage which cater for both male and female.
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