Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark

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2 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Deluxe Garden View Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar
Exterior
Four Bedroom Beach Residence | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar
3 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
No.1 Persiaran Damai, Desaru Coast, Bandar Penawar, Johor, 81930
  • Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Desaru Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Singapore (SIN-Changi)

Room options

Deluxe Garden View Corner Room

  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Garden View Room

  • 534 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Sea View Room

  • 534 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Garden View Room

  • 1067 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Sea View Suite

  • 534 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Sunrise Sea Facing Room

  • 527 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Sunrise Sea Facing Corner Room

  • 527 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Four Bedroom Beach Residence

  • 4092 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Three Bedroom Residence

  • 2637 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Two Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa

  • 1765 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Four Bedroom Residence

  • 4650 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Three Bedroom Beach Residence

  • 3100 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Four Bedroom Beach Residence

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Three-Bedroom Residence

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

One Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Four-Bed Room Residences

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Twin Beds and 3 King Beds

Sea View Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Garden View Corner Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Garden View Room 2 Single Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Sea View Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Three Bedroom Beach Residence

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

Deluxe Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Two-Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Garden View Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Sunrise Sea Facing Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Garden View Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Sunrise Sea Facing Corner Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bandar Penawar

Close to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark and 2 miles (3 km) of The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course with a stay here. Desaru Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Fisherman Museum is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Desaru Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Desaru Fruit Farm - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Tanjung Balau Beach - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mix Lounge - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sessions Restaurant @Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - The Westin Desaru Cost Resort - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pirate Dlaksamana Seafood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lotus Seafood - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

Family-friendly 5-star hotel near Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 2228 square feet (207 square meters) and includes conference space. A children's pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas was completed in December 2020.

This 5-star Bandar Penawar hotel is smoke free.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 2228 sq ft of conference space
  • 207 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2019
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. 49-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Anantara Spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Greek, Malay, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Anantara Desaru Coast & Villas
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Hotel
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Bandar Penawar
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Hotel Bandar Penawar

Frequently asked questions

How close is Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas to the airport?

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas is 71.5 mi (107-min drive) away from the Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas?

As of Jun 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas on Jun 22, 2025 start from $321.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas.

How close is Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas to the beach?

This hotel is 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Desaru Beach and 7.2 mi (12-min drive) from Tanjung Balau Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas offer free breakfast?

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas have a pool?

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like barbecue, pool views, and a beachfront location.

Does Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Anantara Spa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas to downtown Bandar Penawar?

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas is 0.6 mi away from Desaru.

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary, edinburgh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly lovely hotel with great rooms. All staff charming, manager wonderful and head chef had great creative dishes. Loved this place and will try other Anantara hotels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chi Leng Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takwa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, SINGAPORE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great choice for a short stay in Desaru. Rooms are very comfortable and spacious with large bathrooms and balconies. Pool and beach areas are beautiful and relaxing. Good variety of food at breakfast, service in the restaurants and bars was friendly but often rather slow. Limited dining options on site and not much else in the area other than a few other hotels and the golf course.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lee Kiat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service provided

The room cleanliness and hotel service were excellent. However, the room aircon was not strong, managed to get the Technician to adjust for us. If the room comes with complimentary minibar will be a bonus point (it is quite common for a luxury hotel).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Faiz

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mei Jun Gwendoline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Naren

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool should open till 10pm. Closes so early at 7pm. No lights at the beach at night . No other activities organized by the hotel . Very boring .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shirin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

X

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nur Ilyana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderfully beautiful place with excellent service..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Xiaoxian

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

kohkila

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service
Upkeep and maintenance is acceptable. Clean. Working condition.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

KAIH YEE

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall good

Second time visit to Anantara Desaru. Overall is good. Just the toilet is smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Yulianto

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was quite inconvenient as there was long queue and we have to wait. Other than this it’s quite pleasant stay. House keeping service is good.

10/10 Excellent

HweeMin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Room aircon was not working need to wait 30 minutes to wait for hotel to fix. Due to lack of staff therefore expected to wait long. Hotel room is not expected super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022