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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
Sunny Deluxe, Seaview | View from room
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple floors, and a staircase.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

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, Tanjung Balau Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Romantic Deluxe with Private Pool

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

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Couple Suite

  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite, Garden View

Family Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Bandar Penawar

A luxury stay in Bandar Penawar awaits you at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa. You'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Desaru Beach and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a private beach. .A day of pampering at Senses Spa can include massages and reflexology along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, Sand & Sandals, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. Beach is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and sauna. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a children's swimming pool. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10 AM. .In proximity to this 5-property class Bandar Penawar hotel you'll find Jewel Changi Airport.

What's nearby

  • Desaru Beach - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Desaru Fruit Farm - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Tanjung Balau Beach - 9 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Medan Selera Penawar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woodfire Desaru Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Spices - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Seafood - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Coffee Lab - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

A private beach is featured. Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a beach bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa.

This 5-star Bandar Penawar hotel is smoke free.

  • 208 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa offers 208 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. LED televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Similar properties

Property amenity
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort
Bandar Penawar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 407 reviews
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 500.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa on 6 Jul 2026 start from NZ$235, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

The closest beach to Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa is Desaru Beach (3.8 km).

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

Yep, Senses Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

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

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What makes Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a private beach, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa.

Does Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

No, Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa?

No, pets are not allowed.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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

ashok

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

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

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
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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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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

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
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