Behind a row of palm trees on Paya’s northern beach is where you will find the chalets of the Paya Beach Resort. Beautiful views, good facilities and a bay filled with colourful coral make this the perfect setting for your island holiday.

The double volume deluxe chalets are unique on Tioman and the large windows allow the island sunshine to fill the rooms. These chalets are right on the beachfront, while the others are scattered throughout the well-maintained garden. At the back of the resort, some of the smaller standard chalets are built around a lotus-filled pond, which becomes an enchanting reflection of lights when evening falls.

Facilities here include a fully equipped dive centre, one of only two Spas on the island and a good duty-free shop. The restaurant has a wide selection of local Chinese and western dishes and also has barbeque dinners on certain nights.

To end a perfect day in island paradise, order your favourite drink from the beach bar and watch the sun set over the South China Sea.