Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort Bandar Penawar, Bandar Penawar - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Kampung Nelayan Tanjung Balau, Bandar Penawar, Malaysia, 81930

Bayu Balau Beach Resort is a premier beachfront destination located in Bandar Penawar, Malaysia. Nestled amidst lush gardens and featuring air-conditioned accommodations, this resort offers guests a tranquil getaway. Its proximity to Tanjung Lompat Beach enhances its allure, making it an ideal choice for beach lovers. Notably, the resort’s facilities include a 24-hour front desk and room service, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors.

Location

The resort is conveniently located 81 km from Senai International Airport, allowing for easy access to air travel. It is situated just 1.6 miles from Tanjung Lompat Beach, offering guests direct access to pristine shorelines. Nearby attractions include the Tanjung Balau Fishermen Museum, enhancing the cultural experience for visitors.

Rooms

Each room at the resort features air conditioning and free WiFi, providing a refreshing retreat for guests. The accommodations include private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and kettles for added convenience. Noteworthy options are studios with soundproofing and garden views, others offering pools with a view and hot tubs for a luxurious experience.

Eat & Drink

The resort features a restaurant serving a variety of cuisines, including buffet, Asian, and halal breakfast options. Guests can enjoy daily meals crafted to suit diverse palates, complemented by room service for those preferring in-room dining. Special dishes and local flavors enhance the culinary experience.

Leisure & Business

Bayu Balau Beach Resort offers a children's playground, ideal for family vacations. Guests can take advantage of the shared lounge, garden, and terrace areas to relax and unwind. For adventurous spirits, the resort provides opportunities to organize tours, allowing guests to explore the natural beauty of Desaru.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Studio

Max:

3 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Queen Studio

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Budget Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

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City Center

Bandar Penawar 3.4 mi

Airports

Sultan Ismail (JHB) 54.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fun for Kids!

“The swimming pool was a highlight of our stay, complete with a fantastic slide that my kids loved. It kept them entertained for hours!” view full review

Delicious Cuisine!

“Dining at the BASA restaurant was a good surprise. The food was not only tasty but made our meals an enjoyable part of our stay.” view full review

Impressive Pool!

“The swimming pool offered a stunning beach view, providing a relaxing atmosphere while enjoying a refreshing swim.” view full review

Ultimate Playtime!

“My children had a blast at the large pool with its exciting slides, making it the perfect place for family fun and adventures.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Allergy-free rooms
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Water slides

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Pool with view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Kampung Nelayan Tanjung Balau, Bandar Penawar, Malaysia, 81930

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Kampung Nelayan Tanjung Balau, Bandar Penawar, Malaysia, 81930

City landmarks

Beach

Tanjung Balau Beach

4400 ft

Nearby

Tanjung Balau

Tanjung Balau Fishermen Museum

1900 ft

Fisherman Museum

1900 ft

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

64%

liked the resort and would come back again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.1

Location

7.8

Service

7.1

Dining

5.1

George

United States of America, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a delightful stay at Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort, with friendly staff and a comfy room that had a warm water heater. However, the dining could use improvements, and I noticed some animal noises at night. Overall, it was a pleasant experience that I would recommend.

Rooms

6.0

The room was comfy with a great warm water heater, but there was a noticeable smell.

Service

8.0

The staff were really friendly and served us an ala-carte breakfast that was more than enough for both of us.

Location

8.0

The resort is in a good location, as it is near the sea and not too big, making it easy to walk around.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were simple but complete for breakfast, yet overall, they were not so good.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities included room service, but I felt service needed to be more alert during busy times.

Leonard

United States of America, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the location is beautiful, facing the beach and providing a nice atmosphere for walks, I found the service to be a bit lacking. The room was decent with great water heating, but I did have some noise issues. Dining was simple but left a lot to be desired. Overall, it’s a place with potential, but I think the experience could be improved a lot.

Rooms

7.0

My room was decent and comfy, with a great water heater, which was a plus. However, the noise from the rooftop was a bit disruptive, especially at night.

Service

6.0

The service was satisfactory, but it felt like the staff just did the bare minimum to address issues, like when we had a problem with our kitchen equipment.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a beautiful spot, right by the beach, which made for lovely evening walks around the resort area.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was very simple and could definitely use more variety and improvement. It was just okay.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities seemed okay, but nothing stood out as exceptional. Just your basic amenities were available.

Dale

United States of America, February 2025

6.8/10

I had a decent stay overall. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but I encountered a large lizard in my room, which was quite surprising. The dining options were just okay, and while the service was attentive, the breakfast could have been a bit more generous. The location was good for walking around, although it felt a bit gloomy at night. Overall, I felt I received good value for money in most aspects.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but I did have an unsettling experience with a large lizard in my room.

Service

8.0

The service was attentive; they served us an a la carte breakfast that was more than enough for both of us.

Location

7.0

The location was good as it was easy to walk around the resort, although it felt a bit gloomy at night.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite simple; breakfast was alright but not exceptional.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities seemed basic, but they sufficed for what we needed during our stay.

Andrew

United States of America, February 2025

6.4/10

I had a cozy stay at Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort, with the beach just a stone's throw away. The staff could've been a bit more friendly, and I did have some noise issues from animals at night. Overall, it was a nice getaway with a decent breakfast and pleasant surroundings.

Rooms

6.0

My room felt more like a chalet, but the bed wasn't super comfortable. On the second floor, I could hear animals scratching at night, which was a bit unsettling.

Service

5.0

The service seemed a little laid-back; it felt like the cook took it easy. While they handled our kitchen equipment problem, there wasn't much friendly interaction.

Location

8.0

The resort is nicely situated facing the beach, making it easy to walk around since the area isn’t too big.

Dining

6.0

Dining wasn’t spectacular, but breakfast was simple yet complete, with homegrown organic fruits that were nice.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities like room service and housekeeping were available, which made things easier during my stay.

Greg

United States of America, February 2025

7.0/10

My stay at Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort was quite enjoyable overall, but there were a few hiccups. The chalets were clean and comfortable, and I loved the proximity to the beach. However, the dining options were rather simple and could use improvement. I would say this resort is great for a short getaway with some drawbacks in the food area.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are more like chalets, very clean, comfortable, and beautiful.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and accommodating, even allowing for an early check-in without any issues.

Location

7.0

The resort is located near the beach, making it a nice spot to walk around, though it can feel a bit gloomy at night.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast is simple but complete, yet the dining options overall aren’t very good.

Facilities

7.0

The resort offers useful facilities like room service and housekeeping, which were appreciated.

Susan

United States of America, January 2025

6.0/10

I had a bit of a mixed experience at this hotel. While the location is quite convenient for accessing the beach and the resort area isn’t too big, the rooms left something to be desired in terms of cleanliness and odor. The staff was generally polite, but sometimes seemed overwhelmed and not very attentive. Dining was simple but could use some improvement in variety. Overall, it’s an affordable option, but there are definitely areas that need enhancement.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were cozy but unfortunately not clean and had a bad smell, which made my stay less comfortable.

Service

6.0

The service could be more attentive, especially regarding the kitchen equipment problems and keeping the buffet stocked, though the staff was polite.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a nice spot, close to the beach and easy to walk around the resort area, which isn’t too large.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was simple but complete, though the overall dining options weren't great. I felt they could improve their menu.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were basic but served the purpose. However, they did not impress me much.

John

United States of America, December 2024

6.2/10

My stay at Desaru Bayu Balau Beach Resort was a mixed bag. The location was cozy and had a nice view facing the beach, but I found the room cleanliness lacking, especially with a lizard making an appearance. The staff was friendly, but the dining options left something to be desired.

Rooms

5.0

I had a large lizard in my room, which was pretty unsettling.

Service

7.0

The staff members were really friendly and helpful.

Location

8.0

It’s in a good place right near the beach, which was a big plus.

Dining

5.0

Dining wasn’t so good, and the dishes could use some creativity.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities offered room service, which was helpful.

Craig

United States of America, December 2024

7.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were cozy and had a fantastic water heater, but they were quite small for the price, making them feel a bit cramped. The staff was genuinely helpful and accommodating, offering early check-in without any hassle. However, the dining options left much to be desired, with breakfast being pretty basic. Overall, while there were some enjoyable aspects, I felt the value for money could be improved.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were cozy and had a great water heater, but I found them quite small for what I was paying.

Service

8.0

The staff was very helpful and accommodating, allowing for an early check-in which was a great plus.

Location

7.0

The hotel was easy to walk around, and being near the beach was nice; still, the area felt a bit gloomy at night.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were very basic and could use significant improvement, leaving me wanting more variety.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities were decent but not remarkable, and I wish I could've seen more features that would enhance my stay.

Kenneth

United States of America, October 2024

6.4/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable, and the water heater worked great, but there were cleanliness issues that needed attention. The staff was polite and helpful, and I appreciated the generous breakfast. However, the lack of variety in the dining options was a letdown. Overall, it was a fair experience, but there's definitely room for improvement.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were cozy but not as clean as I would have liked. They did change the sheets, but a deeper clean is definitely needed.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and polite, even serving us a nice ala-carte breakfast that was more than enough. They really seemed to care about our needs.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was nice, quite close to the beach, making it easy to stroll around the resort. It had a lovely view facing the beach.

Dining

5.0

Dining was quite simple. I found the food to be lacking in variety and wasn't particularly impressed with the options available.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were okay but nothing extraordinary. I felt like they could enhance them to create a more enjoyable experience.

Mike

United States of America, October 2024

6.6/10

My stay at Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort was quite mixed. The location was great as it was close to the beach, and I appreciated how friendly the staff was. However, my room was not clean, which was disappointing. Overall, I would rate the experience as average. 🌴🌅

Rooms

5.0

The room was quite dirty and even had a lizard. It definitely was not as clean as I had hoped.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful, which made a positive impact on my stay.

Location

8.0

The resort is in a good place, right next to the beach, making it convenient for walks around the area.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were not so good, and I felt there should be more variety.