Bukit Tinggi / Berjaya Hills

Bukit Tinggi, also known as Berjaya Hills, is a private highland resort complex in Pahang modelled on a French village, complete with a Japanese garden, a Club Med resort, and the Shizen restaurant perched 900 metres above cloud-level jungle. Its 500,000 annual visitors represent a niche allure, far fewer than #1 Cameron Highlands’ 4.2 million, but its romantic eccentricity is unmatched. The complex spans 800 acres, with 65% forest cover, offering a cooler climate than typical highland rivals thanks to its dense canopy. From the Japanese garden’s koi ponds to the faux-French streets, every corner exudes surreal charm, making it the most delightfully quirky destination on this list.