Nestled on 17-kilometres of golden Malaysian beachfront overlooking the sparkling South China Sea, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas is Anantara’s first luxury hotel in Malaysia. Stylish, airy ensuite deluxe rooms and Malaysian- style villas, located around a lagoon, are tastefully finished with indigenous materials and fabrics. But the resort’s sprawling three- and four-bedroom beach residences take things up a notch, offering optimal space, convenience and luxury. Bathed in neutral tones, serene living spaces and bedrooms open to calming pool views. Guests can stroll from the private deck straight into the ocean, host a gathering by your private infinity pool, or stay in for an intimate meal cooked in your sleek kitchen, with a personal butler on standby to take care of the details. Gourmands will enjoy Anantara Desaru Coast’s many culinary indulgences, with freshly caught seafood, flavours from across Asia and gourmet international dining on show.

Turmeric offers all-day gourmet international and Asian dining, while Sea.Fire.Salt is the spot for fresh seafood and prime cuts of meat, grilled to perfection. Enjoy tapas dishes and drinks by the resort’s infinity pool, or sip and snack on bar favourites at the Lagoon Pool Bar. Enjoy a splendid afternoon tea or sundowners at the Observatory Bar accompanied by 360-degree views. For private moments, indulge in an In-Villa Barbecue complete with private chef, or enjoy a bespoke culinary experience in an idyllic beachside setting with Dining By Design, Anantara’s signature private dining experience. And should you want to take the flavours of Malaysia home, the resort’s Spice Spoons offers lessons to help you master authentic Malay cooking. The kids will love the adventure waterpark with its lazy river and surf wall, while parents might prefer golf, yoga or the many water sports activities available. Whether you are after an express beauty treatment or a healing spa journey, the award-winning Anantara Spa offers luxurious and holistic signature experiences rooted in indigenous healing traditions. For those looking for a pick me up, the Signature Massage uses a special blend of oil to stimulate circulation, promote deep relaxation and restore energy.