BuBu Long Beach Resort: Refined Comfort on Long Beach | Malaysia Purple Travel Guide

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Located on the northern tip of Long Beach on Pulau Perhentian Kecil, BuBu Long Beach Resort is one of the two premier accommodations on the island. It offers a refined, comfortable experience in a location that is otherwise dominated by backpacker hostels and simple chalets.

The Arrival Experience

Your journey begins at the Kuala Besut Jetty, where the resort maintains a private air conditioned ‘Meet & Greet’ office (map). They also offer a private speedboat that takes you directly to the resort's doorstep in approximately 30 minutes, but we used the less expensive Seven Seas ferry. Upon arrival, the staff greets you with a welcome drink, and because the resort is located right next to the jetty, there is no need to drag your luggage across the sand.

Accommodation & Rooms

The resort has 38 rooms, each designed with a blend of modern comfort and island charm.

• Premier Deluxe Rooms: These are located on the top floor and offer the most breathtaking, unobstructed views of the South China Sea from a private balcony.
• Deluxe Garden Rooms: Situated on the ground floor, these rooms open directly onto a small, manicured garden just meters from the beach.
• The Vibe: Unlike many island stays, the rooms here feature 24-hour air conditioning which we desperately needed, hot water showers, and premium bedding. You will not find a television or a swimming pool, which is a deliberate choice to encourage guests to disconnect and enjoy the natural surroundings.
  Wifi was good inside our room, but spotty elsewhere in the resort.

Dining: Santai and Mahi-Mahi

Dining is available for a fee at BuBu. The food was good, but we also explored other options which are in easy walking-distance, and cheaper.

• Santai Restaurant: This is the resort’s signature beachfront venue. It is famous for its Beachside BBQ, where you can dine with your toes in the sand, enjoying fresh lobster, rib-eye steaks, or local fish grilled to order.
• Complimentary Cocktails: A nice perk for guests is the daily Happy Hour (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM), where you can enjoy a complimentary cocktail or mocktail at the beach bar as the sun begins to set.

Activities & Self-Discovery

While the resort is perfect for relaxation, it also serves as an excellent base for independent exploration:

• Snorkeling: You can snorkel directly off the beach to the left in front of the resort. For a deeper dive, the on-site Sea Sports Center organizes guided trips to spots like Turtle Point and Shark Point.
• Hiking: If you feel energetic, the Windmill Trail starts nearby. It is a 20-minute jungle trek that leads to a stunning panoramic viewpoint and a secluded beach on the northern side of the island.
• Island Vibe: Long Beach is the ‘heart’ of the island. During the day, it is a peaceful stretch of white sand; at night, it transforms with fire shows and low-key beach bars.

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