One & Only makes its debut in Southeast Asia - has opened an outstanding 50 hectare and exclusive sanctuary at Malaysia's new coastal paradise.
Located on the peaceful southeast coast of Malaysia - between lush rainforests and the South China Sea - One & Only Desaru is the new sanctuary that should be on your "bucket list". This exclusive resort covers an area of 50 hectares and has a 1.5 km stretch of private, pristine white beach.
The is an easily accessible destination for those seeking a quick getaway from stressful cities, with only one hour and two hours’ drive from Johor Senai International Airport and respectively Singapore.
The Singaporean-based Kerry Hill Architects created an incredibly stylish and contemporary design. The architects made a modern interpretation of the traditional Malaysian 'kampung' villages, and both local art and nature are perfectly blended in every detail.
The hotel offers 45 spacious suites, all of which offering incredible privacy. All suites contain Malaysian-inspired design features, and generous room for peace and tranquillity, including private tropical verandas and pools.
One & Only Desaru has two larger suites - Grand Suites with its two bedrooms and Villa One, of which the latter is the most exclusive. The 1500 sqm Villa One Suite is the perfect choice for larger groups. This suite offers four bedrooms, a spa treatment room, work office and a lush garden surrounding a 27-meter swimming pool.
The culinary offerings - similar to other One & Only resorts - are incredibly varied. There is something for everyone, from the Mediterranean restaurant Ambara to the Ember Beach Club, a lively beach bar run by renowned chef Andrew Walsh. And Hoshi, where the head chef serves meals from an open bar.
Guests wishing to improve their well-being can visit the Chenot Spa. The spa takes a scientific and holistic approach to health and well-being, from tailored nutritional menus, spa treatments to yoga sessions.
For the more active, there is the Els Club, which offers everything from tennis, water sports, traditional Malaysian martial arts lessons to excursions in nature.
If that weren't enough, next to the hotel, there are two world-class golf courses, where guests can enjoy tailor-made golf classes taught by an international PGA golf coach.
