Bandar Penawar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bandar Penawar
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Where to stay in Bandar Penawar

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Sungai Rengit

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Desaru Ostrich Farm while you're exploring Sungai Rengit and the larger area.

Sungai Rengit
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Tanjung Pengelih

While visiting Tanjung Pengelih, you might make a stop by sights like Changi Beach Park and Jewel Changi Airport.

Tanjung Pengelih
Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Bandar Penawar, Bandar Penawar, Johor
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (546 reviews)
Seaside hotel with big rooms
"Spacious room. All amenities are there. Big swimming pool, close to seaside."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

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Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort & Spa
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai 3, Desaru Coast, Bandar Penawar, Johor
The price is NZ$249 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$249
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (329 reviews)
Desire
"Nice"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort
Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai 3, Desaru Coast, Bandar Penawar, Johor
The price is NZ$250 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$250
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (543 reviews)
"Had a blast staying here ! great service, location, clean room. its a hard rock hotel after all."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
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Desaru Luxury Homestay

Desaru Luxury Homestay

3 out of 5
Bandar Penawar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly vacation home in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and water park access (surcharge). Popular attractions ...
Not suitable for small family
"The location is far from beach which need 15 minutes drive to beach but it's nearby main road to find food so you don't need to worry midnight craving for food. The towels were smelly so better bring your own towel. Overall is house is big enough to cater a big family and relative but not suitable ..."

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2023

Desaru Luxury Homestay
Desaru Arcadia Villa By Convergence

Desaru Arcadia Villa By Convergence

3 out of 5
20, Jalan Jati 9, Taman Desaru Utama, Bandar Penawar, Johor
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly vacation home in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Desaru ...
"Super comfortable and clean place. Less than 3 mins drive to shops and good restaurants."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2023

Desaru Arcadia Villa By Convergence
Fun Villa

Fun Villa

3 out of 5
Jalan Belian 4, Desaru Utama, 2, Bandar Penawar, Johor
Stay at this 3-star golf villa in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Desaru Beach and Desaru Coast Adventure ...
Fun Villa
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Popular places to visit

Desaru Beach

Desaru Beach

4/5(1 review)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Desaru Beach, a popular beach in Desaru. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Desaru Beach

Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark

3/5(1 review)

Bring the children to Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Desaru. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark

The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Desaru at The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

The ELS Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course

Desaru Fruit Farm

4/5(1 review)

Take the family on an outing to Desaru Fruit Farm during your trip to Bandar Penawar. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Desaru Fruit Farm

Sebana Golf Resort

Enjoy a round of golf in Pengerang at Sebana Golf Resort. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Sebana Golf Resort

Pulau Tanjung Surat

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pulau Tanjung Surat during your travels in Bandar Penawar. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Pulau Tanjung Surat

Activities

Jewel Changi Airport

Singapore: Jewel Changi Airport Attraction Ticket

NZ$11
per adult
Singapore: Jewel Changi Airport Attraction Ticket
Changi Experience Studio

Singapore Changi Experience Studio E-Ticket

NZ$28
per adult
Singapore Changi Experience Studio E-Ticket
Singapore 4G M1 Tourist SIM/eSIM - Airport & City Pick-Up

Singapore 4G M1 Tourist SIM/eSIM - Airport & City Pick-Up

NZ$14
per traveller
Singapore 4G M1 Tourist SIM/eSIM - Airport & City Pick-Up
Sindo Ferry Tickets

Singapore SINDO FERRY Tickets (Ferry Transfer to/from Tanah Merah Terminal)

NZ$56
per adult
Singapore SINDO FERRY Tickets (Ferry Transfer to/from Tanah Merah Terminal)
BLOSSOM - SATS & Plaza Premium Lounge

BLOSSOM - SATS & Plaza Premium Lounge (Terminal 4) at Changi Airport (SIN)

NZ$67
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
BLOSSOM - SATS & Plaza Premium Lounge (Terminal 4) at Changi Airport (SIN)
Escape From St. John's Island

Escape From St. John's Island

NZ$41
per traveller
Escape From St. John's Island
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