Padang Matsirat Guides
Everything you Need to Know about Padang Matsirat
Padang Matsirat is located only a few kilometres off the road leading to the west coast beaches and Langkawi International Airport. This area of Langkawi doesn’t feature many attractions, activities, dining venues, shopping options nor does it boast much of a nightlife scene.
That being said, it’s also one of the nicer places to stay; one of the accommodation choices in this area is Langkawi Lagoon – a gorgeous resort with chalets on the open water and a private stretch of beach.
There are a few restaurants and attractions in the vicinity but frankly you’re going to need to rent a car to get to them. If you’re looking for a hopping-good time then stick closer to the Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah stretch; it is a 15-20-minute car ride from here to the more popular beaches.
Although Padang Matsirat does not have the vibrancy of Pantai Cenang or the attractions of Pantai Kok, this area does promise a sense of tranquillity with a peaceful atmosphere. It’s also conveniently near Pantai Tengah and Pantai Cenang, while the airport is located in this area itself, making a breeze to find a hotel if you’re coming by plane. Read more...
Although Padang Matsirat is a pretty quiet place, there are still a few places you can visit for some recreation. On the other hand, Pantai Tengah and Pantai Cenang are near-by if you want more opportunities for recreational activities. A little further away up the road would take you to Pantai Kok, where there are even more landmark attractions. Read more...
Most people who stay in this quarter of Langkawi tend to stick to island-hopping, eagle-feeding tours and sunset dinner cruises. There are more kampungs dotting the roads than exciting and intriguing activities. Read more...
Home to Langkawi International Airport, Padang Matsirat does not boast much in the way of good eateries; if truth be told it is a relatively-undeveloped beachside with only one or two good budget-friendly restaurants in its vicinity. Read more...
You’re not likely to see people partying till the wee hours of the morning in this part of Langkawi Island. In point of fact you’re more likely to see village kids illegally joyriding on motorbikes along the deserted roads and lit-up kampong houses with the owners inside watching the telly. Read more...
Padang Matsirat does not offer much duty-free and modern shopping except in the airport, but over here, you can get a wide range of traditional souvenirs, handicrafts and Batik, a type of Malay-inspired floral fabric. The main places to shop are the Field of Burnt Rice and the Atma Alam Batik Village. Read more...
Our interactive map (and satellite views) displays all available hotels with photos, facilities and guest comments as well as attractions, landmarks and other items of interest with links to relevant information pages. The perfect way to find your way around and see where everything actually is. Read more...