Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the debut of its first luxury hotel in Malaysia, a spectacular beachfront property in the country’s south-eastern coastline featuring authentic luxury and indigenous-inspired hospitality.

Today’s ultra-modern lifestyle has become too fast-paced. And for weary travellers looking to relax, the luxury hotels in the urban jungle may not be enough to provide an escape. For a real getaway, an escape from the hustle and bustle of this lifestyle, one will find peace in a truly secluded environment.

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas is a high-end resort development featuring lush tropical gardens, nestled along a pristine 10.5-mile coastline, providing a unique and brand new experience.

The new property, a joint venture between the Bangkok-based international hotel group and its Malaysian partner, Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels, is one of the country’s most anticipated new tourism developments — a new luxury destination for both locals and international travellers.

“Authentic Anantara luxury”

Commenting on the opening, Thomas Meier, Minor Hotels’ senior vice president of operations in Asia, said: “We are all set to offer discerned travellers authentic Anantara luxury on Malaysia’s golden shores.”

A luxurious haven in the heart of a tranquil environment…

Providing a luxurious haven in the heart of a tranquil environment, the 108-key resort is decorated with indigenous materials that reflect traditional Malay crafts. It offers 90 en-suite deluxe rooms in low-rise buildings which overlook the lush tropical gardens, lagoon and the sparkling ocean. The rooms’ design is inspired by traditional kampong houses, giving an authentic feel of the Malaysian climate.

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas features 13 stand-alone double-storey bedroom pool villas located around a lagoon, along with five family-sized residences, providing an infinity pool, contemporary living areas, full kitchen and chef and butler service.

Premium beachfront residences

Additionally, Anantara Desaru Coast Residences’ real estate portfolio comprises a further fifteen luxurious three- and four-bedroom beachfront residences for sale, starting from USD 1.75 million. Managed and serviced by Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, the development offers the option for each owner to participate in a flexible resort-managed rental program and generate investment income when not in-residence.

Anantara Spa

A signature Anantara Spa and well-appointed health and fitness centre offer wellness fanatics and adrenaline junkies a welcome respite to relax or reinvigorate. Attractions in the area include The Els Club Desaru Coast that comprises of two beautifully manicured golf courses that feature 45 holes in total.

Two swimming pools offer refreshing freshwater alternatives to the azure ocean, while kids and teenagers alike can laze the day away playing the latest high-tech games or partake in cross-cultural educational activities in separate dedicated clubs.

About Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

Desaru Coast is located in Johor Darul Ta’zim and spans over 16 square kilometres. It is near Iskandar Malaysia, which is easily accessible via a 45-minute drive from Malaysia’s Senai International Airport (JHB), and a two-hour drive from Singapore, where visitors from can travel by ferry, followed by a short drive.

Rates at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas start from USD 222 per room per night, inclusive of breakfast; rates exclude 6% Sales Service Tax. For further information or to make a reservation, contact +60 7 8280 888 or desaru@anantara.com

A private viewing of the residences for sale can be arranged by contacting Anantara Desaru Coast Residences on +66 85 4848 752 or propertysales@minor.com.