Cherating Beach Malaysia

Our 3rd trip to CM Cherating in 8 months !! Needless to say how wonderful it was. Everything was perfect. Best GOs team you can find. Many many thanks to Zoey, Zikri, Zol, Elaine, Angela, Sopie, Rama, Charo, Marilyn ,Indra, Sashi, Yoyo, Abegoss, Zhi rou, Cleo, Yik, Awie, RayRay, Iwan, Iyo, Aizeck, Umai, Cammy, Remi, Ruey Nie, Nesh, Rose, Carol, Mia, Ainn, Wafi, Rebekah, Mo, Lynn, Izwan, Clara, Gauthier, Bryan, Job, Kevin, Zue, Lunker, Chloe, Zack, Joel, Carol (spa), Wendell, Mizal, Ariff, Gloria. Love from Pa, Ma &😂😂😂 Natasha🤣🤣🤣.

Location was good. Away from the city but its a world of its own. Ambience was superb and the staffs were full of energy. Rooms were comfortable although a bit smaller than expected. Value for money it is. Very very friendly staff. Just to name a few. JJ Adrian, Job, James,Jerry, Dinesh, Chris, Indira and many others. Not forgetting the staffs at the bars, Mini Club Med and Teens Club Med.The GM himself goes to the ground to meet everyone and ensures everyone is having a good time. The entire place is kept clean at all times and facilities were indeed excellent. Will definitely come again next year.

Ever wanted to wake-up in a quiet all-inclusive resort, walking through nature as you go to your breakfast, looking out on over the sea. Enjoying your morning coffee on the edge of a true zen pool with a stunning view of a quiet beach, yet be able to do many sports and activities, enjoying great food, meeting many beautiful people and dancing the night away in the bar? And all of that on the edge of the jungle on the Malaysian coast? That’s Club Med Cherating!

It continues to inspire and energize, every time we return. We unwind, relax, recharge, socialize and slow-down.

Due to the conflict, we had to change our flights to arrive in the late afternoon in KL meaning we would be around 19:30 at the village. The last couple of times/years, we have chosen to arrive in KL and use the transfer to the village (4h). We calculated that our connecting time in KL, the 45min flight to Kuantan and the 45min drive to the village took much longer than just hopping in the minivan. Add to this the efficiency of KLIA (fast border crossing and fast luggage delivery), and the fact you can catch some sleep in the car, this has become our preferred mode. Shout out to driver Mus who drives very safe and is very customer friendly! Thanks Dee (room division manager) for remembering the great experience we had last time and getting Mus to drive us!

During our stay, the welcome and services team were always available and very fast to answer to any requests. It’s great to have such responsiveness as it gives you that piece of mind you want during your holiday! Big thank you to Clara and Adrian!

As we arrived in the early evening, many GO’s were there to give us a welcome home. As you might understand, we visit CM frequently, and when you do this, especially multiple times the same villages, you make friends. With the GO team but also with GE’s and other GM’s. People from across the world living and working together. Some you meet in other villages, others you meet at the same destination.
It was so nice to see back all of them: Dee, Clayton (CdV), Mario, Julieta, Adrian, Clara, JJ, Kevin and many more.

We had a quick dinner in the restaurant before being brought to our room. This time we had a beautiful suite (thanks so much for arranging, Dee!) that had a large balcony (all are sea view) consisting of large living area, walkthrough closet, bedroom with romantic bed , large bathroom with bath, rain shower, double sink and toilet. Espresso machine, TV in both rooms, minibar and safe (large enough to store my dell laptop). There is a second toilet with small washing basin next to the entrance. And welcome messages from Clayton and team!
The housekeeping team (lead by Kevin and assisted by Ridhwan) are all very nice and really good at their job. Rabia and Aya kept our room very clean! And we had some special wishes that immediately taken care of. Thank you, team!

Soon after visiting the room, we returned to the bar where Indra, Chloe, Charo (hidden talented singer) and YoYo where already expecting us with drinks and a warm welcome! It is so nice to be back, catching up with everyone, and dancing the first night away! At Club Med, everything revolves around the bar which is usually located near the theater and the swimming pool. It’s where the activities happen and where we close the day together.

In the morning, after a good night’s sleep, we walk over the wooden walkway to the main building. The cool breeze from the ocean meets us from one side while the happy good morning wishes from the very friendly security guard Dal meets us from the other. Dal and his colleagues keep a close watch on everything and everyone. Including Monkeys and other visitors from nature. They are incredible and help feel safe day and night!

During this stay we’ve had breakfast brought to our room (exclusive for the suites) which can be pre-ordered via the app. A host of different dishes can be ordered and the eggs and other warm dishes are kept warm and fresh! However, we also had breakfast in the main restaurant which is a nice break from the in-room luxury. As we like to rise early, we then headed a foot to the zen pool. We like the short hike over the path past the swamp and through the jungle. So many noises make you realize you are in the jungle. The morning at the zenpool is paticularly relaxing as you really enjoy the silence and serenity of the place. Beautiful view over the 2nd beach at 10:00 the zenbar opens and it’s time for the morning espresso. Karen from the bar team is always a great smile to meet in the morning. No stress, relax, and great service! She makes sure that people are relaxed and there to enjoy the experience!
Tip: download the app before you leave home. Although all the screens, and digital media were up to date and working, the app has a lot of useful functions and information. Great work, Julieta! I always used it to get the latest and greatest updates.

Our lunches were spent at the main restaurant. The Rembulan has been closed for some time and with the renovation soon to start, the choice was made to leave it closed. Instead Special dinners can be booked at the Enak (noodle bar + outside seating area) which is a good alternative. When we eat at the main restaurant, we always go for a table on one of the terraces. Exec Chef Rudi, Chef Amir and the team take care of really good food of great taste, quality and variety. Tip: add a slice of pizza to your (asian, korean, chinese, japanese or western meals). It is one of the best! But also we found the vegetarian specials very good! Like moussaka, veggie burger, etc.
Special shout out to Betty (F&B manager and Rudi’s challenger to get the best food and variety time and time again), Awie (restaurant), Ray (wine) and Abagoss wine) for making sure the restaurant runs perfect. Thank you!

It was a hectic time at work for both of us, which is why we limited our sports exposure this time and went on full relax mode. But normally, we would enjoy sunrise/sunset yoga, the well-equipped gym with view of the sea, flying trapeze (with Eelaine and team), archery, rock-climbing and other sports at the sports centre (padel, basketbal, FOOTball, etc.). Sorry Mario (sports manager), but next time we will be more sportive. The team is very motivated and always helpful! Incredible how you manage that!

Instead, on some mornings we walked over the beach, out the village and continued past the shore. Feet in the water and sand and just enjoying the momentum. There are hotels where you can drink something before heading back. We also stayed at the beach lying on a sunbed in the afternoon breeze with a view of the ocean and its breaking waves.
A tip on warm days: book a spa treatment. While outside it is hot, inside we relaxed with a massage and the new head water massage. Carol and Jennie run a great spa. Flexible and really good! Dayang and Eda gave us most of the treatments and they are very good!!! Thank you!
Another tip, especially if you’ve flown a long time to get here, have a short 30min massage to get your vacation started! I did and it helped me get into the flow! And Carol, you still remain a great entertainer!

In the afternoon (at 16:00) there is the afternoon apero (sweet cakes, pancakes/waffles) after which we headed to the room to change for the evening program (don’t forget the dress codes!). At 19:00 we were back in the bar for the evening apero (small snacks) to meet up with people before heading for dinner. Each day and evening there is a program: kids show, main show, activity in the bar and dancing. They keep adding new shows (like the must-see “Monkey king” and “night at the museum”, bravo Ayo!). Our program was have dinner with friends and continuing the party at the bar to dance the night away (sounds familiair, right?). This is where it is really nice to engage with all of the GO’s. During the day, they ensure all goes well and check with you if you are happy and in the evening we have dinner and drinks together. You hear how they are doing and what their interests are. We share anecdotes, share tips and have a great time. Every evening we made memories with Clayton, Dee, Betty, Julieta, Mario, Clara, Adrian, Ayo, Zoey (events), Lynn, Indra, Nesh, Kevin and Ridhwan (housekeeping), Joel, (excursions), Cammy (sound), Charo, and many many more. Simply Amazing!

Sure, Cherating needs a good make-over and it will get this soon. It was CM’s first village in Asia, and with the longest wooden covered walkway in the world and its wooden structures, it is up for renovation. But it brings a certain charm to the place and we hope it maintains its Asian mystique, its proximity to nature and this specific charm.

So if you still want to come, be quick. Mid October it closes for renovation! For sure, we will! Thank you Clayton and your amazing GE & GO team.

Very impressed by the strong team culture, positive energy and service from all staff. The mini club was so fun that my 3 kids did not want to leave it! They did not want to leave club med at the end of 3 nights. Totally enjoyed the firefly and turtle release experience. Thank you for the lovely time at Club Med!