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Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Desaru Beach

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Aerial view
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
On the beach, white sand, beach bar
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Kota Tinggi, Bandar Penawar, Johor, 81930
  • Place, Desaru Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Desaru Fruit Farm
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin

Standard Twin

  • Partial ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Family

Standard Family

  • Partial ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Family

Deluxe Family

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Royal Suite

  • Sea view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Royal Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bandar Penawar

On the beach.You'll find Desaru Beach and Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Also, The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course is within 3 miles (5 km) and Fisherman Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Desaru Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Desaru Fruit Farm - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Tanjung Balau Beach - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Tanjung Puteri Golf Resort - 40 min drive - 58.1 km

Getting around

  • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sessions Restaurant @Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seasonal Tastes - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Woodfire Desaru Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Spices - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - The Westin Desaru Cost Resort - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Desaru Beach
Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and karaoke are also featured at the business-friendly Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Bandar Penawar hotel.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Bandar Penawar hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 38 for adults and MYR 28 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 150 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: MYR 100.00 per accommodation, 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: approximately MYR 38 for adults and MYR 28 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 150 per night

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Touch 'n Go eWallet
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Touch 'n Go eWallet. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru to the airport?

Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru is 65.8 mi (80-min drive) away from the Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru have an airport shuttle?

Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of MYR 38 for adults and MYR 28 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru have a pool?

Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine and light fare.

Does Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru to downtown Bandar Penawar?

Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru is 1.1 mi away from Desaru.

Tunamaya Beach & Spa Resort – Desaru Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 478 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jovial

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place, seafood restaurant is next to the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Surianiza Meriati

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick staycation

My go to staycation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Niaz

Liked: Cleanliness
Could have maintained the toilet taps well. Appreciate thorough check before letting the guest in, as could not close the toilet door and instead of spoiled tab, we had to use the main valve. Breakfast qualify defenitely need improvement. Suit was spacious and bedroom was very tidy and well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Aniruddha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great access to beach and good seafood restaurent. Property is not well maintained, beach side cafe was under maintenance , breakfast buffet could be a lot better.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Himakar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property, we recommend this stay. Less crowded, also food is very good but bit costly. Very near to beach. Also maintenance is good..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed Tariq

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good and affordable hotel by the beach

Nice hotel by the beach. Breakfast buffet options are limited...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roslin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is big with nive view but bed is hard. Breakfast selection is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Say Phuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room is big and clean, hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Lift smell badly. Exterior very old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Resort was right beside the sea. Excellent view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

QI YUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a pleasant place to be, however I think it can be better well maintained as it does look a wee bit run down. Great for family and friends for short getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Seafront sceneries very calming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida

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

Best Desaru Road Trip.

Awesome trip. All the staffs were friendly and the food was awesome. The facilities and views are superb. One of my best resort experiences. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good value for money

I would say it's good value for money if you're in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Hotel review

Staff are friendly but the hotel is old compare to the hotels.com pictures
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xiao Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good environment
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for money. Rooms were clean and big. Limited dining options on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Su

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s been a great experience. This is my second time staying at Tunamaya. Will always come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suriati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good for short getaway. Room is spacious and the bed is comfy. Best thing about this hotel that all rooms have both sea and pool view. Swimming pool is big enough. Breakfast should be improved as it have same menu two days in a row during my stay and my last visit last year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Noor Herlien Binte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is abit rundown and many powerpoints in the room are spoilt. Breakfast acceptable. Plus point, property near beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice sea view rooms, but poor WiFi connectivity.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I went on a weekday and hotel allowed me to early check-in due to non-peak period. The room is big and clean however, the building is quite aged. Staffs are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sf

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the view and its our go to place there.. but disappointed due to the electricity black out at night. Woken up to heat and stuffiness.. otherwise our stay would have been excellent.
Verified

8/10 Good

sk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Can be better

Generally OK. Given the strategic location the Management should consider invest to revitalise the resort to make it 4 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Value for money

Value for money. Room looks like it has been recently renovated. Cleanliness can be improved in the toilet and balcony area. On the whole, it was a comfortable stay. Breakfast was good enough. Beach was clean. Will be back to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rayson

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The exterior of the hotel looks very run down.But the good thing is the room still looks pretty decent.We stay there for 2 nights and my son love the swimming pool so much.Nothing much to complain about with the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024