Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Dungun 4.81210000, 103.42310700 , Batu 8 Off Jalan Dungun (Show on Map)
8.9
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Info Situated on tranquil Tanjung Jara Beach, this high-end resort is surrounded by tropical forest, 8 km away from the lively Rantau Abang Beach.
Summary of reviewsTanjong Jara Resort, part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, epitomizes an ideal retreat blending luxury with nature. Nestled along the pristine coast, the resort offers a serene setting with a private beach that captivates guests with its natural beauty and tranquility. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery, the resort’s strategic location combines accessibility with a feeling of seclusion, making it the perfect escape for relaxation.

The breakfast experience at the resort tends to leave a lasting positive impression, thanks to a diverse spread that includes both a la carte and buffet options. Guests particularly appreciate the inclusion of local dishes such as laksam and nasi lemak, complemented by fresh ingredients and the attentive service of the friendly staff. Minor critiques include occasional crowding and repetitive choices, but overall, the breakfast is deemed delightful.

Dinner at Tanjong Jara Resort also receives accolades for its tasty offerings with particular praise for the main restaurant and festive dining experiences at Di atas Sungei. Despite some critiques regarding presentation and pricing, the majority of guests find the dinner options delightful and enjoyable.

The resort’s rooms are spacious, clean and exude traditional Malay decor with luxurious wood finishes. Many guests commend the beautiful sea views and serene surroundings, which enhance the overall experience. While some reviews note that the rooms can feel a bit dated and occasionally damp due to the sea's proximity, the general consensus is one of comfort and elegance.

Cleanliness is another strong suit with the resort being described as well-maintained and inviting. The staff’s dedication to hospitality further bolsters the positive experience with personal and professional service contributing significantly to guests' contentment.

The resort’s beach is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, praised for its cleanliness and beauty. With a long stretch of soft, white sand and clear waters, it offers a perfect setting for relaxation and memorable sunsets, ensuring guests leave with lasting memories.

For families, the resort offers a peaceful and enjoyable environment. Despite minor drawbacks such as limited food selection and some maintenance needs, the friendly staff and activities like the Lang Tengah Turtle Kids Club ensure a satisfactory family vacation experience.

In terms of comfort, the beds receive mixed reviews but are generally deemed comfortable, contributing to a restful stay. Lastly, the resort’s romantic atmosphere makes it an excellent choice for couples, providing an idyllic setting for special occasions like anniversaries and honeymoons, enhanced by the exceptional service of the staff.

Overall, Tanjong Jara Resort combines serene natural beauty with luxurious accommodations and top-notch hospitality, making it a highly recommended destination for a tranquil and memorable getaway.
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Luxury Resort
Designed according to traditional Malay tastes, this beachside retreat focuses on rejuvenation and serenity. It is recognized as a beachfront paradise and a luxury property for bespoke holidays.

Beachfront Resort
Located in Dungun, this 5-star resort offers a luxury beach setting with traditional Malay culture. It features rooms with views of the South China Sea or tropical landscaped gardens, two outdoor pools, and a focus on wellness with spa treatments and Sucimurni living.

Resort near The Beach
Tanjong Jara Resort is located directly on the beach and has a private beach area. The resort's architecture and ambiance reflect the region's heritage, offering a serene and culturally rich beachfront experience.

Resort with Spa
This resort is renowned for its traditional Malaysian architecture, serene atmosphere, and holistic spa treatments rooted in Malay healing traditions. It offers a luxurious and culturally rich spa experience.

Business Resort
As a luxury resort, it may provide business services on request. It is better suited for executive retreats and high-end business meetings.

Resort with Parking
This resort offers ample parking space and is known for its exceptional service and facilities. It is located off the main road, providing a serene environment and secure parking. It is very popular with users who want to stay within walking distance of Tanjung Jara Beach.

5-Star Resort
This resort is designed in the style of a 17th-century Malay palace, offering a luxurious retreat with a focus on traditional Malay culture. It features spacious rooms with sea or garden views, a dedicated spa village with treatments rooted in Malay traditions, and emphasizes purity of spirit, health, and well-being.

Family Friendly Resort

Romantic Resort

Resort with Gym

Resort with Tennis Courts

Room Types
Bumbung Double Room This fan-cooled room is on the top floor of a double-storey unit and is fitted with a flat-screen TV, minibar, and desk. The en suite bathroom includes shower facilities, a hairdryer, and free toiletries.

Serambi Double or Twin Room This large room features a spacious indoor bathroom and a verandah overlooking the garden. Guests can contact the hotel directly to request for rooms with sea views (subject to availability). Please note that extra charges apply and are to be paid directly to the hotel.

Anjung Double Room Situated along the beachfront, this spacious room features a sunken outdoor bath in a private garden. Includes a verandah with sea and garden views.

Serambi Room With Diving Package Inclusion: Two daily leisure dive excursions over the course for two days, Lunch on the island during each dive excursion, Complimentary use of towel and diving gear T&C: This package is only available to registered and certified open water divers.

Anjung Room With Diving Package Inclusion: Two daily leisure dive excursions over the course for two days, Lunch on the island during each dive excursion, Complimentary use of towel and diving gear T&C: This package is only available to registered and certified open water divers.

Bumbung Room With Diving Package Inclusion: Two daily leisure dive excursions over the course for two days, Lunch on the island during each dive excursion, Complimentary use of towel and diving gear T&C: This package is only available to registered and certified open water divers.

Guest Reviews
8.9
Excellent
Location
Tanjong Jara Resort, part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection, boasts an exceptional and serene location that captivates guests with its stunning natural beauty. Nestled right at the sea, the resort features a pristine private beach with warm, clean waters, perfect for a peaceful beach holiday. Guests highlight its idyllic, secluded setting, making it an ideal escape for those seeking tranquility and relaxation. The location offers the best of both worlds: accessible to essential amenities yet feeling entirely secluded.

With breathtaking views and an oasis of peace, the resort is surrounded by lush tropical fauna and flora, further enhancing its appeal. The strategic positioning within walking distance to the beach ensures that guests can enjoy the scenic splendor and design of the property effortlessly. The resort's idyllic and charming nature, coupled with its tranquil ambiance, makes it a superb destination for a perfect getaway on Malaysia's east coast. Impeccable facilities, excellent staff and top-notch breakfast service contribute to the overall serene and friendly environment, rendering Tanjong Jara Resort a beautiful, serene retreat where luxury meets nature.

Breakfast
The breakfast experience at Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World generally received high praise from guests, emphasizing a variety of appealing attributes. Many guests relished the comprehensive and diverse breakfast spread, appreciated the mix of a la carte and buffet options and found the food to be delicious with some highlighting specific local dishes such as laksam and nasi lemak. The quality of the breakfast was often described as excellent or superb with fresh ingredients and a delightful assortment of hot and cold cuisine.

However, some reviews did note a few areas for improvement. The breakfast area was mentioned to be sometimes crowded and a few guests felt the choices lacked variety, sometimes repeating daily. It was also pointed out that the cost for children's breakfast was relatively high. Despite these minor setbacks, the overall consensus was that the breakfast experience was satisfying and enjoyable, complemented by excellent service from friendly and attentive staff.

Dinner
The dining experience at Tanjong Jara Resort has received varied feedback from guests. While the food in the various restaurants was generally described as very tasty, some felt that the quality did not always match the property's high standards and prices. The main restaurant received praise for its delicious evening meals with several guests noting exceptional and superb dinner experiences. The restaurant by the pool was highlighted for serving wonderful food at both lunch and dinner times. The festive dining at Di atas Sungei was particularly noted as marvelous and many enjoyed their meals at Attas Restaurant, finding them delicious and enjoyable.

However, there were critiques regarding the presentation and standard of the food with some reviews pointing out that it felt basic or mediocre for the price. Specific comments about the cost at Nelayan mentioned that some dishes, like the Aglio Olio with anchovies, were overpriced. The variety of food options left some guests wanting more with suggestions for a greater assortment to be provided. Despite the mixed reviews on value, the majority of guests found the food to be delightful and enjoyed their overall dining experiences at the resort.

Rooms
Tanjong Jara Resort boasts incredibly spacious and spotless rooms, ensuring guests feel comfortable and well-accommodated. The rooms are frequently described as very large with ample space for families, including features like double beds, daybeds and luxurious bathrooms with showers, bathtubs and dual sinks. Guests highlight the beautiful traditional Malay decor, complete with luxury wood finishes, adding an authentic touch to the elegance of the rooms.

Many visitors appreciate the breathtaking sea views and serene surroundings that enhance the overall experience. The resort's grounds are noted to be beautifully maintained, complementing the comfortable and tastefully decorated interiors. While some reviews mention the rooms being a bit dated and moist due to proximity to the sea, the majority of feedback emphasizes their cleanliness, spaciousness and comfort, especially the very comfortable beds.

Guests find the resort's hospitality exceptional with staff ready to assist and thoughtful touches like offering baby cots. Some rooms are near ongoing renovations, which could potentially detract from the overall tranquility. However, even with a slightly steep room price, most guests feel that the spacious, well-decorated rooms and excellent views make for a magnificent stay.

Beds
Guests of Tanjong Jara Resort generally found the beds to be comfortable, often mentioning a good night's sleep. While many highlighted the beds' comfort, some noted issues with the mattresses being harder than expected for a luxury hotel. Despite a few mentions of stained bedsheets and damp, overused pillows, the overall impression of the rooms includes their spaciousness, cleanliness and the complete facilities provided. Besides the beds, the most praised aspect of the stay was the staff's exceptional diligence and friendliness.

Cleanliness
Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World is consistently praised for its cleanliness and tranquil ambiance. Many guests find the rooms to be spotless, spacious and well-maintained, despite the resort's age. The property itself is described as lush, green and beautifully decorated with a serene atmosphere complemented by the sound of waves. The beach areas receive positive remarks for their cleanliness and the resort grounds are well-kept and inviting.

The staff's hospitality stands out, being both personal and professional, contributing significantly to the overall positive experience. However, some guests noted small issues with cleanliness, such as dust, dirt around bathroom sinks and occasional musty smells. The outdoor areas like tubs and verandahs also received mentions for needing more attention. Despite these minor issues, the general sentiment remains positive with high cleanliness standards and friendly service, making it a welcoming and comfortable retreat.

Staff
Tanjong Jara Resort, part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, consistently impresses guests with its outstanding staff. The hospitality and service at this resort are highlighted by numerous visitors with recurring mentions of the staff's friendliness, efficiency and helpfulness. The team at Tanjong Jara Resort, from the reception to the dining areas, ensures a warm and attentive experience for all guests. Many reviews praise the staff for their polite and authentic demeanor, often going above and beyond to make visitors feel welcome. The exceptional service extends to personalized touches, making each guest's stay memorable. With a strong emphasis on excellent customer service, it's clear that the dedication and kindness of the staff play a crucial role in the resort's appeal.

Beach
Nestled along a pristine coastline, the beach near Tanjong Jara Resort is widely praised as a beautiful and clean paradise. Guests frequently highlight the private beach as a standout feature, describing it as a true gem that contributes significantly to the resort experience. The beach offers a kilometer-long stretch of soft, white sand and clear, inviting sea water, making it perfect for relaxed family fun and romantic getaways alike.

Visitors appreciate the well-maintained and clean environment, contributing to a calming and serene atmosphere that complements the resort's lovely gardens and overall relaxed vibe. Despite occasional challenges with debris washed ashore, the beach within the resort's vicinity remains largely clean and beautiful.

The stunning sunsets and the tranquil, secluded setting enhance the charm of this coastal retreat. Travelers also note that while parts of the beach outside the resort can have plastic rubbish, the pristine condition of the private beach more than compensates, ensuring guests leave with lasting memories of an absolute paradise.

Family
The Tanjong Jara Resort provides a tranquil environment ideal for families seeking a peaceful getaway. It is considered one of Malaysia's best resorts, offering a serene ambiance and very friendly staff, which contribute to a beautiful family vacation experience. There are some limitations, such as a limited food selection and certain facilities needing maintenance and the kids' pool being a bit far from some rooms. Despite these minor drawbacks, the resort remains a great place for a vacation with family with many families, including those with toddlers and babies, expressing happiness with their stay. Young guests can also enjoy activities at the Lang Tengah Turtle Kids Club.

Luxury
Tanjong Jara Resort, part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, generally offers a luxury experience with high-class hospitality that exceeds expectations. Guests often describe their stay as relaxing and luxurious with spacious and comfortable rooms providing spectacular views. The Malay concepts incorporated into the resort lend a unique, opulent touch. However, some guests felt that the resort did not fully meet the standard of a 5-star luxury hotel, citing areas such as staffing and pricing as needing improvement. Despite this, the overall impression of the resort remains positive, showcasing a blend of luxury and cultural richness.

Romantic
Tanjong Jara Resort presents itself as a perfect holiday destination for couples. Its idyllic setting has proven ideal for special celebrations, such as anniversaries and honeymoons. Guests have noted it as an ideal spot for romantic getaways, enjoying the serene and inviting atmosphere. Many have mentioned memorable experiences like anniversary surprises and lovely honeymoon stays, adding a special touch to their visit. The quality of service from the resort staff further enhances the romantic ambiance, ensuring couples have a delightful stay.


No, Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World doesn't have any pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

No, Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Yes, Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World has a gym.

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