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Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, glass facade, and outdoor seating area.
Property amenity
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple floors, and a staircase.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
Sunny Deluxe, Seaview | View from room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bandar Penawar, Bandar Penawar, Johor, 81930
  • Place, Desaru Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Deluxe Room with Private Garden

A modern hotel room with a four-poster bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

Premium Deluxe Room with Private Garden

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Sunny Deluxe, Seaview

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a round wicker sofa, a small round table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Sunny Deluxe, Seaview

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a round wicker chair, a small round table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Romantic Deluxe with Private Pool

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a wooden bench.

Couple Suite

  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Family Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a four-poster bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a bench.

Family Suite, Pool View

  • 915 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bandar Penawar

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Desaru Beach, Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tidal Wave Beach. This 208-room, 5-star hotel has a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • Desaru Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Desaru Fruit Farm - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Tanjung Balau Beach - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Medan Selera Penawar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woodfire Desaru Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Coffee Lab - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Spices - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nelayan seafood by the coast - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

Guests of Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna.
LED TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bidets. Other amenities include balconies, refrigerators, and minibars.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Senses Spa has 7 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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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

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

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
  • Phone
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Public bath

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 90.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 500.00 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Resort Bandar Penawar
Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Bandar Penawar
Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Resort
Sand Sandals Desaru Beach
Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Resort Spa
d dals saru Bandar Penawar
Sand & Sandals Desaru & Spa
Sand Sandals Desaru Beach Resort Spa
Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa Hotel
Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa Bandar Penawar
Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa Hotel Bandar Penawar

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa on Jul 8, 2026 start from $119, including 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.

What's there to do around Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

This hotel is located in Bandar Penawar, close to Desaru Beach, Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, and The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course. You'll also find Tanjung Balau Beach and Desaru Fruit Farm within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Senses Spa is the hotel's spa and services include reflexology, body scrubs, and massages.

Are there luxury amenities available at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, a private beach, and a restaurant at this hotel.

Does Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa include a casino at the property?

No, Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private beach and a beach bar plus some guestrooms feature a private pool.

Does Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sand & Sandals.

Will Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa.

Does Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa is Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), which is about 23.1 mi away. Another top airport is Seletar Airport (XSP), which is around 28.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa comes with a balcony and some offer garden views.

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 562 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great service, great Japanese food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

ZURAIMI

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

Comfortable stay

Rooms are clean and big. Breakfast was good with many choices but need improvement in re-filling and cleaning tables.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Fahmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly.hotel was nice n clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Allan Albert De Guzman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location near to waterpark
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

MUHAMMAD NOOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and simple resort. Good for a short getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Fahmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly.room is big n clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vincent Yam Hwee

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, nice pool for kids, little kids playgym, sumptuous hotel breakfast, close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sathish Kumar

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice ambience and amenities. We really enjoyed the stay and the facilities. Dining options are also excellent and would like to continue to visit in future
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rahilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good clean and staff friendly recommends to stay .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

ashok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Swapnil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went on a weekday so the place was almost empty which made the trip quite good, the hotel is well maintained and the beach access was the best part of it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kwong Han

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Direct access to beach, well maintained pool, friendly staff, Very fresh Malaysian breakfast (lots of variety).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

TAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Seaside hotel with big rooms

Spacious room. All amenities are there. Big swimming pool, close to seaside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fazri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice resort to go for a staycay. Would definitely come back again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good food
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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6/10 Okay

Ali

Average stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

York Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is truly a nice sea side resort with all the amenities and activities for the family. The rooms are large, clean and in good working condition. Bedding and sheets are clean and comfortable. Buffet breakfast is a wide spread of mostly local food and restaurant Spices and Herbs served up good lamb shank. Overall, great for the family, good funal and lots of swimming and beach walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Teo

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

Desaru Relaxing

Hotel is clean and tidy, food quality is excellent , service of each and every staff is excellent Activities at hotel is sufficient Security at hotel is good too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Siti

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love it will come again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fang jing

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

Beach holiday

Hotel staff were kind enough to help me jumpstart my car when the battery went flat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and quiet feel. Security is friendly and do their jobs well. Staff are polite and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Kunal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious. Access to beach is convenient. Food was was average
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

QUN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for a slow and easy holidays
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Edmund

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room is extremely dirty. Water pipe leaking. Toilet dirty. Safe not working. Totally not a 5-star hotel as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adeline

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

Great Leisurely Stay

A very comfortable leisurely stay at Sand&Sandals. Staff and crew are really friendly and helpful. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023