One Only Desaru Coast, Bandar PenawarOne Only Desaru Coast in Bandar Penawar, Malaysia has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 4 of 4 hotels we score in Bandar Penawar. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.5, Agoda 3.9.One Only Desaru Coast is a large resort situated on the southeastern shoreline of Malaysia. Set within 128 acres of rainforest and white sand beaches, the property overlooks the South China Sea. It offers a range of accommodation including junior suites, grand suites, and four-bedroom villas. The resort features Mediterranean dining, outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa, and a gym. It caters to families with dedicated areas for children and teenagers. While the resort provides a high level of privacy and seclusion, the remote coastal setting means guests are far from urban centres. The site is accessible from Singapore for those travelling from across the border.What stands out

Direct beach access

Spacious rainforest grounds

Mediterranean restaurant options

Dedicated children's areas

Watch out for

Secluded coastal location

Better-scored in Bandar Penawar

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort, Bandar Penawar: 3.8 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $358 a night. Anantara Desaru Coast Resort is a 4.5-star beachfront property situated in Bandar Penawar.

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort, Bandar Penawar: 3.8 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $192 a night. The Westin Desaru Coast Resort is a contemporary hotel situated along the Desaru Coast in Johor.

Four Points by Sheraton Desaru, Bandar Penawar: 3.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $92 a night. Opened in 2021, this four-star hotel is located in Bandar Penawar, Johor.