Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Bandar Penawar on Hotels.com. These Bandar Penawar hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 14 November 2026.
This modern hotel in Johor Bahru offers an outdoor pool and children's pool just a short drive from KSL City Mall and City Square. A fitness centre, bar, and café enhance your stay while clean rooms provide comfort after exploring nearby shopping attractions.
This modern hotel in Johor Bahru offers an outdoor pool and children's pool just a short drive from KSL City Mall and City Square. A fitness centre, bar, and café enhance your stay while clean rooms provide comfort after exploring nearby shopping attractions.
Enjoy palm-fringed sands and 3 restaurants at this coastal escape. Swim in the outdoor pool, sip cocktails at the bars, or unwind with spa treatments. Just 10 minutes from Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark with volleyball and beachside service.
Enjoy palm-fringed sands and 3 restaurants at this coastal escape. Swim in the outdoor pool, sip cocktails at the bars, or unwind with spa treatments. Just 10 minutes from Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark with volleyball and beachside service.
Unwind at this hotel in Bandar Penawar with outdoor swimming and easy access to Desaru Beach via the free beach shuttle. After exploring Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, grab a refreshing drink at the bar or enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant.
Unwind at this hotel in Bandar Penawar with outdoor swimming and easy access to Desaru Beach via the free beach shuttle. After exploring Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, grab a refreshing drink at the bar or enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant.
Escape to this seaside haven with direct access to Desaru Beach and Waterpark only 5 minutes away. Unwind at the full-service spa offering massages and Ayurvedic treatments, cool off in the outdoor pool, or enjoy drinks at 2 bars.
Escape to this seaside haven with direct access to Desaru Beach and Waterpark only 5 minutes away. Unwind at the full-service spa offering massages and Ayurvedic treatments, cool off in the outdoor pool, or enjoy drinks at 2 bars.
Unwind at this serene hotel just minutes from Desaru Beach and Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark. Work out in the fitness centre after exploring nearby attractions. Free WiFi and parking add convenience to your coastal escape.
Unwind at this serene hotel just minutes from Desaru Beach and Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark. Work out in the fitness centre after exploring nearby attractions. Free WiFi and parking add convenience to your coastal escape.
Sip cocktails with your toes in the sand at this coastal haven. Just 5 minutes from Desaru Beach and Adventure Waterpark, this hotel offers 2 restaurants serving international cuisine, plus outdoor and children's pools for family fun.
Sip cocktails with your toes in the sand at this coastal haven. Just 5 minutes from Desaru Beach and Adventure Waterpark, this hotel offers 2 restaurants serving international cuisine, plus outdoor and children's pools for family fun.
This music-themed sanctuary sits just 5 minutes from Desaru Beach and Adventure Waterpark. Enjoy 2 restaurants, including Sessions serving local cuisine, plus an outdoor pool. After spa treatments, relax with a drink at the bar while the attentive staff caters to your needs.
This music-themed sanctuary sits just 5 minutes from Desaru Beach and Adventure Waterpark. Enjoy 2 restaurants, including Sessions serving local cuisine, plus an outdoor pool. After spa treatments, relax with a drink at the bar while the attentive staff caters to your needs.
Escape to Mediterranean-inspired luxury at this Desaru Coast resort with private beach access. Just 5 minutes from Adventure Waterpark, enjoy 3 outdoor pools, spa treatments, and garden-view dining at Ambara. Kids will love the free club while you unwind.
Escape to Mediterranean-inspired luxury at this Desaru Coast resort with private beach access. Just 5 minutes from Adventure Waterpark, enjoy 3 outdoor pools, spa treatments, and garden-view dining at Ambara. Kids will love the free club while you unwind.
Escape to this coastal retreat with spa services, 2 stylish bars, and international cuisine. Cool off in the outdoor pool or lounge at the beach bar after exploring nearby Desaru Beach and Adventure Waterpark. The attentive staff elevates every moment.
Escape to this coastal retreat with spa services, 2 stylish bars, and international cuisine. Cool off in the outdoor pool or lounge at the beach bar after exploring nearby Desaru Beach and Adventure Waterpark. The attentive staff elevates every moment.
Steps from Desaru Beach, this luxurious resort offers 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and rejuvenating spa massages. Enjoy meals at Tumeric, one of 3 restaurants, and explore the nearby Adventure Waterpark, all with free breakfast and WiFi.
Steps from Desaru Beach, this luxurious resort offers 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and rejuvenating spa massages. Enjoy meals at Tumeric, one of 3 restaurants, and explore the nearby Adventure Waterpark, all with free breakfast and WiFi.
Refresh at this family-friendly resort with an outdoor pool and water park. Just minutes from KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square, you'll enjoy convenient access to shopping. Grab tasty meals at INFUSION CAFE or unwind at the bar after a workout in the fitness centre.
Refresh at this family-friendly resort with an outdoor pool and water park. Just minutes from KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square, you'll enjoy convenient access to shopping. Grab tasty meals at INFUSION CAFE or unwind at the bar after a workout in the fitness centre.
Immerse in comfort at this luxurious Johor Bahru hotel, just a 5-minute drive from KSL City Mall and City Square. Unwind with massages, savour local dishes at Fern Pine restaurant, or lounge by the outdoor pool after a workout in the fitness centre.
Immerse in comfort at this luxurious Johor Bahru hotel, just a 5-minute drive from KSL City Mall and City Square. Unwind with massages, savour local dishes at Fern Pine restaurant, or lounge by the outdoor pool after a workout in the fitness centre.
Swim in the outdoor pool or enjoy a deep-tissue massage at the spa after exploring nearby Johor Bahru City Square. This hotel offers 3 restaurants including Makan Kitchen for local cuisine, plus a poolside bar and 24-hour fitness centre.
Swim in the outdoor pool or enjoy a deep-tissue massage at the spa after exploring nearby Johor Bahru City Square. This hotel offers 3 restaurants including Makan Kitchen for local cuisine, plus a poolside bar and 24-hour fitness centre.
Serene resort featuring an 18-hole golf course and outdoor pool where you can unwind after a round. Enjoy local cuisine at Boathouse Tavern, then relax with room service. A fitness centre, tennis court, and bar complete your stay with free breakfast and WiFi.
Serene resort featuring an 18-hole golf course and outdoor pool where you can unwind after a round. Enjoy local cuisine at Boathouse Tavern, then relax with room service. A fitness centre, tennis court, and bar complete your stay with free breakfast and WiFi.
Immerse in urban elegance at this luxury hotel near Komtar JBCC and Johor Bahru City Square. Enjoy the outdoor pool, poolside bar, and local cuisine at Amaya All-Day Dining. Just a 6-minute walk from JB Sentral station.
Immerse in urban elegance at this luxury hotel near Komtar JBCC and Johor Bahru City Square. Enjoy the outdoor pool, poolside bar, and local cuisine at Amaya All-Day Dining. Just a 6-minute walk from JB Sentral station.
This IHG hotel combines urban convenience and relaxation just minutes from JB Sentral station. Cool off in the outdoor pool, workout at the 24-hour fitness centre, or unwind in the steam room after exploring nearby Johor Bahru City Square.
This IHG hotel combines urban convenience and relaxation just minutes from JB Sentral station. Cool off in the outdoor pool, workout at the 24-hour fitness centre, or unwind in the steam room after exploring nearby Johor Bahru City Square.
Experience Japanese cuisine at Kishin-Tei after a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool. This hotel offers massages, a fitness centre, and free WiFi just minutes from Johor Bahru's shopping districts and JB Sentral station.
Experience Japanese cuisine at Kishin-Tei after a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool. This hotel offers massages, a fitness centre, and free WiFi just minutes from Johor Bahru's shopping districts and JB Sentral station.
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.
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.
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Desaru Beach, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Desaru. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Tidal Wave Beach located nearby.
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, one of the family attractions located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central Desaru? Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, you'll love Tidal Wave Beach, just a short walk away.
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Desaru Fruit Farm, one of the family attractions located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from central Bandar Penawar? Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
You might want to practise your swing at The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course, a golf course located 1.3 mi (2 km) from central Desaru. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is family-friendly and that it has lots of nice beaches.
If museums are on your list of things to see in Bandar Penawar, then you might want to head to Fisherman Museum. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is family-friendly and that it has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Bandar Penawar has to offer, head to Tanjung Balau Beach and Desaru Fruit Farm.
You might want to play some rounds at Sebana Golf Resort, located 5.6 mi (9 km) from central Pengerang. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is family-friendly and that it has lots of nice beaches.
Bandar Penawar is well known for its attractions such as Desaru Fruit Farm and Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark. Visitors to this family-friendly city speak highly of the restaurants whereas sights include The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course and Desaru Beach.
Our stay is very close to lunar new year and there is construction work on site but noise is not great, perhaps due to reduced work prior to the new year. There is nothing much to do in Desaru as the red flag is raised daily at beach dur to jelly fish. Only the small swimming pool is usable. Buffet breakfast has a good spread. Not much to say about the limited ala carta menu for lunch and dinner. Good place to chill out in life and that's about it.
Our stay is very close to lunar new year and there is construction work on site but noise is not great, perhaps due to reduced work prior to the new year. There is nothing much to do in Desaru as the red flag is raised daily at beach dur to jelly fish. Only the small swimming pool is usable. Buffet breakfast has a good spread. Not much to say about the limited ala carta menu for lunch and dinner. Good place to chill out in life and that's about it.
Lee Moi
Reviewed February 13, 2024Reviewed February 13, 2024
I like this quiet place and very suitable for sunrise meditation facing the sea. The cleanliness of the beach can be improved. Loaded with some rubbish. I would suggest the owner to clear the beach at least once a week on Friday as more customers on weekend to enjoy the beachfront.
I suggest to have a small mini mart too due to a secluded area.
The restaurant is too painful to wait for food to be served. Had my lunch and dinner there. Lunch being served 1/2hr later and dinner was 1hr. FYI, ...
I like this quiet place and very suitable for sunrise meditation facing the sea. The cleanliness of the beach can be improved. Loaded with some rubbish. I would suggest the owner to clear the beach at least once a week on Friday as more customers on weekend to enjoy the beachfront.
I suggest to have a small mini mart too due to a secluded area.
The restaurant is too painful to wait for food to be served. Had my lunch and dinner there. Lunch being served 1/2hr later and dinner was 1hr. FYI, ...
Title: Pleasantly Surprised Family Getaway at Sands and Sandals, Desaru
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the "Sands and Sandals" resort in Desaru for a 2-day, 1-night family vacation, and I must say, my expectations were exceeded in more ways than one. Despite some negative online reviews, our experience was truly remarkable.
From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was evident. The check-in process was swift and hassle-free, setting a positive tone for our stay. One of the...
Title: Pleasantly Surprised Family Getaway at Sands and Sandals, Desaru
I recently had the pleasure of staying at the "Sands and Sandals" resort in Desaru for a 2-day, 1-night family vacation, and I must say, my expectations were exceeded in more ways than one. Despite some negative online reviews, our experience was truly remarkable.
From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was evident. The check-in process was swift and hassle-free, setting a positive tone for our stay. One of the...
Had a really good stay at Space Residency! You can definitely tell this place is going to be a total gem once it's 100% finished.Check-in was pretty smooth—the building is run by a management company, so you just head up to their office on the 2nd floor to grab your room key card. They use a pre-assigned car park lot system, which is great because you get a guaranteed spot. The only small catch is that the specific lot can be a bit tricky and hard to find at first, so definitely take your time...
Had a really good stay at Space Residency! You can definitely tell this place is going to be a total gem once it's 100% finished.Check-in was pretty smooth—the building is run by a management company, so you just head up to their office on the 2nd floor to grab your room key card. They use a pre-assigned car park lot system, which is great because you get a guaranteed spot. The only small catch is that the specific lot can be a bit tricky and hard to find at first, so definitely take your time...
NG
Reviewed September 19, 2026Reviewed September 19, 2026
Room was very spacious. There were some stains on the kitchen island, bed quilt and toilet bowl. Body shower was depleted. Breakfast was delicious but spread was just ok. Overall still a good hotel. Might stay again due to location.
Room was very spacious. There were some stains on the kitchen island, bed quilt and toilet bowl. Body shower was depleted. Breakfast was delicious but spread was just ok. Overall still a good hotel. Might stay again due to location.
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed September 8, 2019Reviewed September 8, 2019
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Bandar Penawar is a great place to visit any time of year with an average temperature of 27°C during the coldest months.
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Discover the Enchantment of Bandar Penawar: A Coastal Wonderland of Thrills and Tranquility
Nestled along the southern coast of Malaysia, Bandar Penawar is a hidden gem that enchants visitors with its pristine beaches and exhilarating attractions. Home to the renowned Desaru Beach, this destination invites sun-seekers to bask in golden sands and azure waters. Adventure awaits at the Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark, a family-friendly paradise brimming with thrilling slides and wave pools. For a touch of serenity, explore the lush landscapes of nearby nature reserves. With its blend of relaxation and excitement, Bandar Penawar promises an unforgettable escape for both couples and families seeking a delightful getaway.
Things to do in Bandar Penawar
Bandar Penawar boasts stunning beaches and lush parks, making it a fantastic getaway for sun-seekers and nature lovers alike. Enjoy swimming in crystal-clear waters, explore scenic hiking trails, or indulge in thrilling waterpark fun. With its relaxed atmosphere, it's an ideal spot for a weekend retreat filled with memorable activities.
Desaru Beachopens in new window – Dive into the sun-kissed shores of Desaru Beach, where soft golden sands meet the shimmering waters of the South China Sea. Whether you’re looking to relax under the sun or take a refreshing dip, this beach is perfect for a day of leisure. Families can enjoy beach games and picnics, while adventure seekers can try water sports like jet skiing and parasailing. The beach is also a great spot for sunset strolls, providing a picturesque backdrop as the sun dips below the horizon. After a day of fun in the sun, unwind at one of the nearby eateries offering delicious local cuisine. With its vibrant atmosphere and stunning views, Desaru Beach is a must-visit destination that promises a fantastic day out for everyone!
4 tips for savvy savings when booking a hotel in Bandar Penawar
Book for the cheapest times: The most budget-friendly time to visit Bandar Penawar is in April, October, and November, when hotel prices are generally lower. For those looking to explore the area's key landmarks, cultural sites, and historical attractions, a stay of at least 2 to 3 days is recommended. This duration allows visitors to enjoy great value for money while experiencing the local history and culture, making it an ideal trip for families or couples seeking a relaxing getaway.
Look for last-minute deals on Hotels.com: To discover last-minute deals to Bandar Penawar, begin by exploring the Dealsopens in new window or Last-Minute Deals sections on Hotels.com, where you may find discounted rates on hotels as your travel date approaches. You could also enable email alerts or push notifications to stay updated on flash sales and special promotions, helping you seize opportunities for cheap stays. Furthermore, Smart Shopping is a useful comparison tool available in the app, allowing you to compare hotel prices and amenities, ensuring you're informed if prices drop or rooms become available.
Be flexible with dates: Prices can fluctuate depending on factors such as the hotel's location, star rating, and the time of year. Therefore, being flexible with your travel dates could enable you to save on your stay at a hotel in Bandar Penawar. If you're in search of something distinctive, boutique hotels often provide a more personalised experience and may also offer better value. When you book through Hotels.com, we will inform you whether the price for your chosen dates is above or below the average. Should the price be on the higher side, we will suggest more economical dates, which could help you secure a better deal.
Consider your location: Staying closer to key attractions or city centres may offer convenience but often tends to come with higher costs. For more affordable rates, you might consider hotels in less central areas or neighbourhoods, striking a balance between price and ease of access to the sites you plan to visit. Additionally, exploring independent hotels situated further out can provide a more authentic and usually more affordable experience.
Best time to go to Bandar Penawar
Bandar Penawar experiences its lowest average temperature in January, at 79.9°F (26.6°C), while May is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C). November is typically the wettest month. If you’re looking to soak up the lively atmosphere in Bandar Penawar, April, September, and December are the peak months to visit, bustling with fellow travelers. During this peak period, the weather is mostly sunny to mostly cloudy, with light to frequent rainfall. However, if you prefer a more relaxed experience, May, June, and October are perfect for a quieter getaway, marked by moderate rainfall and mostly cloudy conditions.