A short ferry ride from Singapore, Bintan offers exactly that kind of escape. The island moves at an easier rhythm, with quiet beaches, tropical landscapes and stays designed for unhurried days. It is easy to reach, relaxed in spirit and indulgent without trying too hard.
Whether travelling with family, escaping as a couple or taking a well-earned break alone, Bintan leaves enough room to experience the holiday on one’s own terms. Mornings can begin beside a private pool, afternoons can be spent at the spa or on the golf course and evenings can unfold aboard a private yacht as the sun dips below the horizon.
Sail into golden hour with Prestige Voyages Yacht
Swap the beach for a private sunset cruise for one evening with Prestige Voyages Luxury Yacht by Bintan Resorts. Travellers can take in uninterrupted coastal views, enjoy water activities or customise the experience for an intimate celebration with family and friends. It is an effortless way to turn golden hour into one of the holiday’s most memorable moments.
Check into a private-pool villa
For travellers who value space and seclusion, properties such as Banyan Tree Bintan, Kamuela Villas Lagoi Bay or Nirwana Gardens offer private-pool stays surrounded by tropical landscapes. Think leisurely breakfasts, afternoon swims and evenings that unfold without a fixed agenda.
Turn dinner into an occasion!
A beachfront dinner, sunset cocktails or a leisurely seafood meal can transform an ordinary evening into a highlight of the trip. Resorts such as The Sanchaya and Banyan Tree Bintan offer elegant settings where the ambience becomes as memorable as the meal itself.
Bintan’s tropical surroundings lend themselves naturally to rest and rejuvenation. Travellers can set aside an afternoon for wellness at Banyan Tree Bintan, Club MED, known for its Asian-inspired spa therapies or Movenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon, which combines beachfront relaxation with contemporary wellness facilities.
Tee off against a coastal backdrop
Bintan’s championship golf courses allow travellers to enjoy scenic rounds surrounded by tropical greenery and coastal views. The experience can easily be paired with a resort stay, spa session or relaxed meal, making it suitable for both serious golfers and leisure players.
Explore the island at your own pace
Customised excursions can take travellers beyond the resort to Bintan’s mangroves, cultural landmarks and distinctive landscapes. Those looking for a more experiential stay can also consider Natra Bintan, with its safari-inspired tents near Treasure Bay or Doulos Phos The Ship Hotel, where the accommodation becomes part of the experience.
After a day of exploring, Bintan offers plenty of ways to slow down, from sunset walks and beachfront dining to quiet evenings by the sea. Sometimes, the real luxury of a long weekend is simply having nowhere else to be.
The island also makes for a natural extension to a Singapore holiday, offering a calmer contrast to the city’s energy. After a few days of attractions, shopping and dining, travellers can take a short ferry ride to beaches, villas, spas and a noticeably slower rhythm.
Whether planned as a standalone escape or paired with Singapore, Bintan turns a few days away into a more meaningful break. Here, luxury is not about doing more. It is about having the time, space and freedom to enjoy the holiday on one’s own terms.
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