Top Singapore Getaway 2024, Anantara Desaru Resort & Villas, Malaysia

A sublime blend of luxury and cultural immersion, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas is a must-visit destination for both young and old. Nestled between pristine shorelines and lush tropical gardens, this resort offers an idyllic retreat with personalized services, including private chefs and butlers. Guests can indulge in the comfort of low-rise buildings, stand-alone villas, and spacious residences, all designed to provide the ultimate getaway.

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

Accommodations

Upon arrival, the breathtaking beauty of the surroundings will instantly captivate you. The accommodations are designed to offer pure bliss, with private balconies that showcase panoramic views of the well manicured gardens, tranquil lagoons, or the vast ocean. Each room is equipped with an in-room coffee machine, so you can enjoy a freshly brewed cuppa while soaking in the coastal atmosphere.

Premier Room
Premier Room – Bathroom

The higher-floor rooms provide mesmerizing sea views, making them perfect for relaxation. The Premier Rooms offer spacious layouts and thoughtful design, featuring a separate standing shower and bathtub, allowing you to choose between a quick refresh or a long, soothing soak. The balcony is equipped with comfortable sofas and chairs, ideal for unwinding while enjoying the serene natural surroundings.

Premier Room – Balcony
Premier Room – View

Dining

Dining at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas is an experience in itself, offering a variety of exceptional culinary options. Turmeric, the resort’s main restaurant, serves a global selection of fresh delicacies, with authentic Malaysian dishes and Thai cuisine. The Thai-Laysia buffet provides a deeper exploration of local flavours and that of Thailand such as the delectable Mee Goreng and tantalising Pad Thai respectively.

Turmeric
Turmeric – Thai-Laysia Buffet

A must-try from the a la carte menu is the crowd favourite Kaeng Khiew Waan Gai, Thai green chicken curry with baby eggplant and sweet basil leaf. For something more simple yet still satisfying, the Pak Phad Ruam is a combination of Thai style wok fried mixed seasonal vegetables, best eaten with rice.

Turmeric – Kaeng Khiew Waan Gai (top right), Pak Phad Ruam (bottom right)

Sea.Fire.Salt offers guests a beach-front dining experience with freshly caught seafood, gourmet international dishes, and Asian-inspired flavours. A standout option is the Chilled Seafood Tower, featuring Irish oysters, Chilean mussel, tiger prawn, yellow fin tuna, flower crab among other treasures from the sea, paired with chimicurri aioli, cocktail dressing and homemade ponzu sauce on the side.

Sea.Fire.Salt
Sea.Fire.Salt – Chilled Seafood Tower

One of the most popular dish at Infinity Bar is Rossini Burger, juicy home-made Australian beef patty is topped with decadent pan seared foie gras sandwiched between a fluffy sesame brioche with mayonnaise, fresh lettuce and tomato, complete with a serving of salad and fries. Great for a casual lunch before or after having a dip in the Infinity Pool located just beside.

Infinity Bar
Infinity Bar – Rossini Burger

Spa & Facilities

Anantara is globally renowned for its luxurious spa treatments, and Anantara Spa continues that legacy. The resort’s signature Anantara Signature Massage combines Eastern and Western techniques to stimulate blood circulation and energy flow, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and energized. Guests can even personalize their spa experience by selecting a curated music playlist to enhance their relaxation. There are also regular activities for guests to participate in, for example the lip scrub making workshop is both educational and fun. (some activities are subjected to charges)

Anantara Spa – Couple Room
Anantara Spa – Lip Scrub Making Workshop

For younger guests or those young at heart, the Layang Layang Kids Club and Lancur Ombak Teens Club offers a variety of activities, including mini rock climbing and console games. The resort also provides bicycles for free, so guests can cycle through lush gardens or along the scenic shoreline, taking in the beauty of the coastal views while staying active.

Lancur Ombak Teens Club

The resort’s prime location on Desaru Coast provides an unparalleled coastal environment, perfect for both adventure and relaxation. Guests can enjoy seasonal water sports or explore the local area, while those seeking tranquillity can unwind in the Lagoon Pool or take a leisurely stroll along the beach. For fitness addicts, the extremely well equipped gym with free weights, exercise machines and more will certainly keep the heart and muscles pumping.

Gym
Infinity Pool

It brings the team at Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine, lead by Editor in Chief, Connie Loo great joy to announce that Anantara Desaru Resort & Villas where a luxurious escape that promises to pamper and create lasting memories awaits, has been awarded Top Singapore Getaway 2024. A well deserved win amongst the many world class properties around the Island City.

ADDRESS:
Persiaran Pantai, Desaru Coast, 81930 Bandar Penawar, Johor, Malaysia
PHONE:
+60 7-828 0888
WEBSITE:
https://www.anantara.com/en/desaru-coast