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Anjung Room, Tanjong Jara Resort, Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia
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Tanjong Jara Resort

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Tanjong Jara is a beautiful resort styled on a typical 17th century Malay palace. Located on a one and a half kilometre stretch of sandy beach, fringed by palm trees. The 100 rooms are decorated in rich timbers and local fabrics and face either the South China Sea or the landscaped gardens.

All are just stepping away from the beach and ocean and all have access to the choice of restaurants, pools and spa.

Why we like Tanjong Jara Resort

The snorkelling and diving off the coast here really is world-class, and little known. The beach at the resort is also lucky enough to welcome turtles, who return every year between April and September to lay their eggs. Hatchlings begin to emerge six weeks after nesting so guests staying at Tanjong Jara may well be lucky enough to witness this.

Facilities

  • Spa
  • Two swimming pools
  • Two tennis courts
  • PADI dive centre
  • Choice of restaurants and bars

Activities

As well as the chance to indulge in a spa treatment or lounge by the pool or on the beach, there are a nice range of activities away from the hotel. Explore nearby villages on one of the complimentary bikes, join the resorts naturalist for a rainforest walk or head to a local market with the charismatic resort chef.

There is also some excellent diving and snorkelling around the nearby island of Tenggol which is a short 45-minute boat ride away. The diving season is considered best between March and October when the waters are at their clearest.

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Nearby experiences

  • Walking and Strolling
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Culinary classes

Price guide

£££££

Location

On the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, eight kilometres from the town of Dungun and either a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur or one and a quarter hours from the nearest airport at Kuala Terengganu.

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