Hotels in Kedah, Malaysia

Kedah, on Malaysia's northwest coast, has a tropical climate with average temperatures around 80°F (27°C) year-round. It's famous as the country's rice bowl, with vast paddy fields stretching across the plains, and also home to Langkawi's duty-free beaches and the ancient Bujang Valley Hindu-Buddhist ruins dating back to the 5th century. During the dry months from November to April, you can island-hop around Langkawi's clear waters for snorkeling at Pantai Cenang or take a cable car up Gunung Mat Cincang; when the rains come from May to October, explore the paddy fields in full green bloom near Alor Setar or hike Gunung Jerai for panoramic views.