Hotels on the beach in Desaru, Malaysia

• 1 Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast Desaru

  Guest Rating 9.5

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Located in Desaru, 1.2 miles from Desaru Beach, Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast has accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. With a garden, the property also has a private beach area, as well as a terrace. The property provides a kids' club, room service and currency exchange for guests. At the resort, rooms have a seating area. A buffet, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available at the property. At Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast you'll find a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The accommodation has a playground. You can play pool, table tennis and tennis at this 5-star resort, and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking English, Malay and Chinese at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. Senai International Airport is 53 miles from the property. Show full description

  Address Persiaran Damai Desaru Coast Johor Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis court
  • Pool tables
  • Ping pong tables
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Water park
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• 2 Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Desaru

  Guest Rating 8.7

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Located in Desaru, a 7-minute walk from Desaru Beach, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. With a garden, the property also features a private beach area, as well as a shared lounge. The property has a kids' club, room service and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a bidet. All rooms come with an electric tea pot, while selected rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. All guest rooms in Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas are equipped with free toiletries and an iPod docking station. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Malaysian, Seafood and Thai cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas has a playground. You can play table tennis and darts at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking Mandarin, German, English and Malay at the 24-hour front desk, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area. Senai International Airport is 52 miles away. Show full description

  Address Persiaran Pantai, Desaru Coast, Bandar Penawar Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Ping pong tables
  • Water sports facility
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Water park
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• 3 Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa Desaru

  Guest Rating 7.2

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  This modern beachside property features a large outdoor pool set in tropical landscapes. It offers spacious rooms that open out to a private balcony, fitness facilities and 6 dining options. Featuring a comfy lounge area with a sofa, the air-conditioned rooms are provided with a flat-screen satellite TV, a mini-bar and tea/coffee maker. Well-appointed bathrooms have a hairdryer and toiletries. Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa is within a 30-minute drive from the crocodile and fruit farms. It is a 45-minute drive from Senai Airport and a 1.5-hour drive from Johor Bahru. Guests can enjoy an active game of tennis or relax with a traditional spa massage. Other leisure amenities include a games room, water sports facilities and a children’s playground. The in-house restaurant serves up Thai cuisine and other Asian delights, as well as modern Western fare, while Safari Bar offers a selection of refreshing beverages by the pool. Show full description

  Address PO Box 29, Bandar Penawar, Kota Tinggi Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Pool tables
  • Karaoke
  • Water sports facility
  • Gym / fitness center
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• 4 Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort- Desaru Desaru

  Guest Rating 6.7

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and swimming pool, Desaru Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort offers accommodations in Kangkar Chemaran. The resort has a children's playground and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Every room includes a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. Rooms come with private bathroom fitted with a bidet. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Show full description

  Address Bandar Penawar Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Pool tables
  • Ping pong tables
  • Karaoke
  • Water sports facility
  • Gym / fitness center
  • Pets are welcome
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