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Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a full-service spa and bars

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Front of property - evening/night
Interior detail
2 bars/lounges, beach bar
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
View from room
Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa is on Desaru Beach, offering water skiing and parasailing. After beach fun, unwind with massages, facials, or reflexology at Senses Spa. Enjoy international cuisine at the restaurant or refreshments at the beach bar.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
Beach

On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Listen to the sound of the waves while taking a stroll on the white sand beach. Relax and treat yourself to a refreshing beverage at the beach bar. Some on-site activities to enjoy during your trip include parasailing and water skiing. Fishing is a noteworthy activity worth checking out nearby.

Terrace/patio
What guests liked about the beach

The private beach was quiet, good, and convenient to access, with many guests enjoying the sound of waves and the beach views.

Room options

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Sunny Deluxe, Seaview | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Sunny Deluxe, Seaview

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Couple Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Couple Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Deluxe Room with Private Garden | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Deluxe Room with Private Garden

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Romantic Deluxe with Private Pool | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Romantic Deluxe with Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Bandar Penawar, Bandar Penawar, Johor, 81930

What's nearby

  • Desaru Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Desaru Fruit Farm - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Tanjung Balau Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seasonal Tastes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - The Westin Desaru Cost Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Din's Conner Selera Kampung - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SeaView Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Medan Selera Penawar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel near Desaru Beach
Take advantage of a beach bar, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 2 bars at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment, or a body scrub at Senses Spa, the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Sand & Sandals, serves breakfast. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like parasailing and water skiing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a conference center and a sauna.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A porter/bellhop, massage treatment rooms, and meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 208 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MYR 45 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Beach
  • Fortune Kitchen
  • Safari
  • Sand & Sandals
  • Shiokaze Teppan

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Sauna
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 7 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 90.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: MYR 500.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 45 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 90.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

Property is also known as

Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Resort Bandar Penawar
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Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Resort Spa
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Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa Hotel Bandar Penawar

Frequently asked questions

Does Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa located?

Situated in Bandar Penawar, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Desaru Beach, Tidal Wave Beach, and Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark. Fisherman Museum and The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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