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Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

Location: Malaysia

LCA membership details

Information for trust and verification.

Year joined

2026

Membership number

In progress

Hotel's website

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Family Member Exclusive Benefits

  • €100 resort credit (Residence bookings only)
  • €50 resort credit (Room & Villa bookings only)
  • Complimentary stay for children under 12 years
  • Complimentary meals for children under 12 years
  • 10% discount on second room
  • VIP welcome amenities
  • 15% spa discount

Tropical Family Retreat on Malaysia’s Coast

A luxury beachfront family retreat designed for parents and children to relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories together, with spacious accommodation, kids’ programs, and a serene coastal setting that blends comfort, nature, and shared family experiences.

Highlights

  • Highly-trained childcare professionals
  • Calm, child-friendly waters
  • Flexible babysitting available
  • Bike-friendly paths around the resort
  • Relaxing spa options for parents

Quick facts

  • 116 rooms, suites & villas
  • Open all year round
  • Multiple on-site restaurants
  • Direct access to sandy beach
  • Tropical landscaped grounds

Contemporary beachfront family retreat

A refined coastal resort offering space, privacy and considered design, allowing families to balance time together with trusted childcare support in a calm, natural setting.

Rooms, Dining & Facilities

Family Sea View Balcony Room

Connecting rooms designed exclusively for families

Executive Sunrise Sea Facing Terrace Room

Spacious family suite

Sea Fire Salt

Anantara's signature seafood and grill

Turmeric

All-day dining with colonial charm

Adventure Waterpark

Various slides and zones

Nature Walk

Hosted by Anantara's Resident Naturalist

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