Travelers find peaceful luxury near Desaru Beach with rejuvenating spa treatments, Mediterranean dining, and ocean views at this tranquil coastal retreat
One&Only Desaru Coast combines luxury with eco-friendly design steps from the beach. Guests can play 18 holes of golf, dine at four Mediterranean restaurants, try windsurfing, or relax by the firepit watching the ocean. The resort balances activity and tranquility perfectly.
Located in Bandar Penawar, Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast is next to a golf course and on a private beach. Some of the area's popular attractions include Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark and Desaru Fruit Farm. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bandar Penawar travel guide
Persiaran Damai, Desaru, Bandar Penawar, Johor, 81930
What's nearby
Desaru Beach
5 min drive - 3.4 km
The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Tidal Wave Beach
4 min drive - 2.6 km
Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark
5 min drive - 3.0 km
Desaru Fruit Farm
15 min drive - 16.0 km
Getting around
Senai International Airport (JHB)
69 min drive
Restaurants
Sessions Restaurant @Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
6 min drive
Lotus Seafood
10 min drive
Seasonal Tastes
6 min drive
Beach Bar - The Westin Desaru Cost Resort
7 min drive
Woodfire Desaru Beach
7 min drive
About this property
Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast
Luxury family-friendly resort near Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark
A short walk from Desaru Beach, Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast provides free continental breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and free beach cabanas. Indulge in a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure and a facial at The Spa, the on-site spa. Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine and ocean views at the two on-site restaurants. The 24-hour gym offers Pilates classes and yoga classes; other things to do include beach yoga, beach volleyball and basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as designer shops on-site and a firepit.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Free bike hire, 3 outdoor tennis courts and a free beach club on-site
An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge) and golf clubs on-site
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Frette Italian sheets, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
Rainfall showers, separate baths/showers and bidets
50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast is listed in the 2021 Condé Nast Traveller Hot List.
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Restaurants on site
Ambara
Duski Monkey
Ember Beach Club
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
2 outdoor padel courts
24-hour gym
3 outdoor pools
3 outdoor tennis courts
Archery
Basketball
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bicycle tours
Billiards/pool table
Books
Children's pool
Cooking classes
Designer stores
Foosball table
Free beach club
Free bicycle rentals
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Games
Golf carts
Golf clubhouse
Golf clubs/equipment
Library
Pilates classes
Playground
Pro golf lessons
Pro golf shop
Table tennis
Tennis lessons
Family friendly
3 outdoor pools
Baby toys
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's games
Children's pool
Children's toys
Dining table
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
In-room cot
Lifeguards on site
Playground
Pool toys
Private plunge pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
2,121 square feet of conference space
24-hour business centre
3 meeting rooms
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Firepit
Free beach cabanas
Free pool cabanas
Garden
On a private beach
On the waterfront
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Telescope
Terrace
Full-service spa
7 treatment rooms
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
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.
No lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Ballroom
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Lifeguards
Reception hall
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Frette Italian sheets
Pillow menu
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bidet
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Private plunge pool
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Guests booked in a "Malaysian Resident ID Mandatory" room type must present Malaysian Resident ID at check-in. The property reserves the right to amend the rate if valid proof is not provided.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 690.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: MYR 690.0 per night
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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Frequently asked questions
Does Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast have a pool?
Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast on 10 Mar 2026 start from RM3,500, 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.
Is Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast?
Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast located?
Located in Bandar Penawar, this beachfront resort is next to a golf course, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Desaru Fruit Farm.
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Reviews
Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The location is unique and private with access to beach at a stone’s throw away. While not fully on board option, the dining and experiences are well worth the value.
We had no idea what to expect as we booked last minute without doing any research nor looking at pictures. Also the name, One & Only Desaru, is somewhat non-descript, it doesn't evoke much...
This is a 5-star resort, an oasis secluded from the world, large luxurious villas, private beaches and all -- and also, I guess, from paparazzis! That kind of a place.
Top, top, top.
Will return for sure.
We stayed two nights at One&Only Desaru Coast with our baby. The resort anticipated all our needs with a cot, changing table, sterilizer and bottle warmer. The room and food were impeccable. However, we were rather disappointed by the patchy service during breakfast. For two mornings, we had our orders forgotten. For the first morning’s order we had to ask twice before we were served. In the second breakfast our ordered dishes didn’t even come, and we gave up asking. Simple requests like baby cutlery and tissue paper took 10 minutes to arrive. For all the great service elsewhere in the resort, the breakfast service was just simply not up to standards for a resort of this calibre. All in all it could have been a perfect experience if not for the frustrating experience at breakfast.
Amazing property with some fantastic people and overall very good service.
The engaged and present management team does a great job helping people grow, where necessary.
Both restaurants are good, delivering on service, food and ambience.
Personally I would like to see Hoshi deliver “a bit more”, move from good to outstanding, also to match the price tag.
Looking forward to seeing the development over time.
Beautiful new property in Desaru. Villas are mind blowing and truly move the game to the highest level in the luxury hotel segment in Malaysia. Hotel main pool is amazing, as are the lawns and landscaping. Wonderful staff, food and service in the middle of a rainforest-like setting.
Cons- Still very new, expect some hiccoughs in service, lousy beach (really bad with a lot of rocks in low tide) not suitable for the very old and most of all, it’s an expensive place to stay-in.
All said, a wonderful resort that’s certainly worth visiting.
For one of the most expensive resort in Desaru, everything should be ready even with no reservations. High tea at 3-5pm and when I requested for high tea at 4:45pm the server rejected the request saying they have finished serving high tea. Quite a shame for a luxury hotel. Been to others luxurious resorts and never get this kind of request turned down.
Top Hotel an sehr schöner Location. Grosser Sandstrand aber steinig in Küstennähe. Die Zimmer mit kleinem privaten Pool sind super. Morgenessen mit grosser Auswahl und top Qualität. Abendessen mit limitierter Auswahl und auf der teureren Seite. Aber der Küchenchef ist offen für individuelle Wünsche.
Wer Privacy geniessen will ist hier am richtigen Ort. Zusätzlich gibt es zwei schöne Golfplätze in der Nähe.
Had a memorable 3D2N stay with my family in One&Only. The room is well equipped with everything you would need for a perfect staycation; a spacious bathroom, bath bomb for a relaxing soaking, tea in a variety choices and Nespresso coffee machine. Balcony with a long couch is a plus for family chilling session. A short walking to the private beach where you could enjoy the sunrise. The Resort Manager, Mr Rahman is attentive and graceful in accepting feedback. Definitely will come back for another stay.
The resort is nice but the food at the hotel is overpriced for example a plate of chicken rice will cost you about RM115. Overall the experience is nice and the staff were very friendly and helpful. In addition, the sports club facilities ie tennis and other varieties of sports are excellent.
But during this monsoon period ie in December, there’s nothing much you can do at the beach. So try to avoid this period if you can.
This happens to be the 4th One&Only resort that I’ve stayed at; therefore there are certain expectations are required to be met. This is an excellent 5 Star Resort without any doubt but hasn’t quite succeeded in living up to the One&Only brand, unfortunately. Parking my vehicle was not an issue but lugging my baggage up a flight of stairs from the carpark to the lobby without any help was not very pleasant. I was only brought to my villa for check-in after I waiting in the lobby from 3.15pm to 4.15pm. Even then, I had to make a fuss before one of the staff attended to me. I was flabbergasted that coffee and tea was served without a sugar bowl or a milk jug during breakfast. I had to remind a member of the staff and by the time the milk and sugar arrived, I was about to finish my breakfast. Great attention to detail when it comes to amenities and presentation and I wouldn’t expect any less from The One&Only must say that all the staff are very well mannered, polite and helpful