Bandar Penawar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A turquoise beach with clear waters, a sandy shore, and a dense forested area.
A rocky shoreline with a pier extending into the water, surrounded by trees and a sunset.
A calm lake with floating wooden structures and dense forest in the background.
A beach with palm trees and the ocean.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

Our guide on 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.

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai 3 Bandar Penawar Johor
The price is NZ$296 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$296
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (587 reviews)
"For a good short getaway for family with young kids and seniors, Hard Rock Desaru can be a good option. Morning breakfast has a decent spread. The nearby beach was great with fine sand that was perfect for the kids to play in. One can spot little hermit crabs along the beach as well which kept the ..."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
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$299 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$299
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Room are clean Beach and sand very nice Staff very helpful Breakfast can be improve"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort
Four Points By Sheraton Desaru

Four Points By Sheraton Desaru

4 out of 5
Jalan Kempas 2, Taman Desaru Utama Bandar Penawar
The price is NZ$168 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$168
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)
"The dishes plate is not clean.It is quite hard to find the clean plate.The breakfast is normal. Little Chinese choice. The kids corner food,due to the food exposure in the air and become hard,can not eat."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Four Points By Sheraton Desaru
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Desaru Luxury Homestay

Desaru Luxury Homestay

3 out of 5
Bandar Penawar Johor
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and water park access (surcharge). Popular attractions Desaru Beach ...
Desaru Luxury Homestay
Desaru Utama Residence by Stayrene

Desaru Utama Residence by Stayrene

2.5 out of 5
Desaru Utama Residence, Jalan Kempas 5 Bandar Penawar
Stay at this apartment in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Desaru Beach and Desaru Fruit Farm are located ...
Desaru Utama Residence by Stayrene
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence

Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence

2.5 out of 5
Jalan Tanjung Lompat Bandar Penawar Johor
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Bandar Penawar. Enjoy free parking, 13 outdoor pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Desaru Beach and ...
6/10 (1 review)
"Place was decent with proper aircon and hit water heater. Although the place was very old, certain facilities like the swimming pool is still in good condition and there are free.parking facilities available. It is also near to the beach with little crowd. Downside is it is far from town, so need ..."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
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Stay near popular Bandar Penawar attractions

Desaru Beach

8.2/5 (195 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Jewel Changi Airport

Singapore: Jewel Changi Airport Attraction Ticket

NZ$8
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Singapore: Jewel Changi Airport Attraction Ticket
Have a splashing great time with your family or friends during your visit to Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark!

Adventure Waterpark Ticket Desaru Coast

NZ$32
per adult
Adventure Waterpark Ticket Desaru Coast
Singtel Prepaid SIM cards

Singapore Singtel 5G/4G Tourist SIM Cards (Airport/ City Pick-up)

NZ$12
per traveller
Singapore Singtel 5G/4G Tourist SIM Cards (Airport/ City Pick-up)
BLOSSOM - SATS & Plaza Premium Lounge

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

NZ$64
per adult
BLOSSOM - SATS & Plaza Premium Lounge (Terminal 4) at Changi Airport (SIN)
Changi Experience Studio

Singapore Changi Experience Studio E-Ticket

NZ$29
per adult
Singapore Changi Experience Studio E-Ticket
Singapore EZ-Link Card

Singapore EZ-Link Card

NZ$18
per traveller
Singapore EZ-Link Card
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