Kuantan

Travel Guide

Kuantan
Kuantan
Kuantan
Aerial view of beautiful small city located at Kuantan
Teluk Cempedak Beach with Palm Trees near Pahang in Malaysia, Southeast Asia.
Kuantan is the capital of Pahang, with natural attractions due to its position facing the South China Sea and some famous keropok.

The Heroes Museum is the perfect day out for culture vultures in Kuantan. Take advantage of the peaceful atmosphere, ask about any one-off exhibitions, buy something from the gift shop or just admire the treasures of the past.

The Wan Fo Tien Temple is a long-standing place of worship that has a rich history. Photograph the symbolic features of this fascinating place, learn its history and discover why it is so popular with visitors to the area.

If you love to shop, head to the stores and stalls at the Natural Batik Factory. It is a vibrant attraction full of clothes and accessory stores and fresh food venues.

Gelora Park is among the most visited natural escapes around Kuantan. Follow the paths through botanical displays, take a few photos, or just listen to the birdsong. This park is the perfect place to unwind.

Take your family to a visit to Taman Teruntum Mini Zoo, the premier zoo in Kuantan. If you are pushed for time, collect a map so you don’t miss any of the zoo highlights.

Where to stay in Kuantan

Teluk Cempedak Beach during sunrise in Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

Teluk Cempedak

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Teluk Cempedak enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Teluk Cempedak Beach is worth a stop.

Teluk Cempedak
Beautiful seascape of rock and wave near Teluk Chempedak

Bandar Indera Mahkota

Travellers like the restaurants in Bandar Indera Mahkota, and Wan Fo Tien Temple is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bandar Indera Mahkota
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Taman Intan

Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, you might stop by Kuantan City Mall and East Coast Mall while you're exploring Taman Intan and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Taman Intan
Scenery of Sungai Pandan Water Fall. Long exposure photography of a rainforest water fall. Waterfall in tropical forest at Malaysia. Beautiful waterfall in the forest. Soft water flow.

Perkampungan Bukit Ubi

While Perkampungan Bukit Ubi isn't home to many top sights, Darul Makmur Stadium and East Coast Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Perkampungan Bukit Ubi
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Taman Harapan

Taman Harapan might not have many top sights, but Kuantan City Mall and East Coast Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Taman Harapan
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Mutan Setali

While there might not be top attractions in Mutan Setali, you can explore the larger area and discover places like East Coast Mall and Kuantan City Mall.

Mutan Setali
Hyatt Regency Kuantan Resort

Hyatt Regency Kuantan Resort

5 out of 5
Telok Chempedak Kuantan Pahang
The price is RM580 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
RM580
RM639 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kuantan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (696 reviews)
"The property is very nice and we enjoyed it. However, the parking situation was not pleasant. We were instructed to use the Touch N Go card. We made a mistake of scanning the card after we exited the parking lot not before we exited the parking lot. We didn't realized we made the error on the day ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Kuantan Resort
Swiss-Grand Beach Resort Kuantan

Swiss-Grand Beach Resort Kuantan

4 out of 5
2656-2657, Mukim Sungai Karang Kuantan Pahang
The price is RM495 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
RM495
RM547 total
18 Jun - 19 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Kuantan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Natural Batik Factory and Bukit Jelutung are located ...
Swiss-Grand Beach Resort Kuantan
AC Hotel by Marriott Kuantan

AC Hotel by Marriott Kuantan

4 out of 5
Jalan Teluk Sisek Kuantan Pahang
The price is RM225 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
RM225
RM279 total
3 Jun - 4 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kuantan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kuantan City Mall and East Coast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (500 reviews)
"Breakfast menu is adequate and the room was cool."

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Kuantan
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Star Suites KLCC

Star Suites KLCC

4 out of 5
Star Residences No. 1 Kuala Lumpur
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions KLCC Park and Pavilion Kuala ...
9/10 Wonderful! (404 reviews)
"Great and convenient place to stay. All was great. Tip: Have Whatsapp ready as details and photos for using the aprtment were sent through Whatsapp. Also 200MYR room deposit cash was the easiest for International travellers like us. It was returned on checkout."

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Star Suites KLCC
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur

5 out of 5
No. 1, Jalan Nagasari Kuala Lumpur
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,427 reviews)
"The pool area is the main attraction here, awesome views. The room was huge! But you can see the building is not new, many little fixes needed in the room, don't get me wrong, great stay, but you can see the building is not new in the details. Breakfast was ok, had options in terms of continental ..."

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur
Marriott Executive Apartments Kuala Lumpur

Marriott Executive Apartments Kuala Lumpur

5 out of 5
17 Jalan Kia Peng Kuala Lumpur
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Kuala Lumpur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Popular attractions KLCC Park and Pavilion Kuala Lumpur are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Amazing gym and swim facilities. Quick lifts to the room. Room amazingly clean and spacious!"

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Marriott Executive Apartments Kuala Lumpur
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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