Our pick
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
Desaru, MY
★ 4-star9.2/102,255 reviews
7.1 km (4.4 mi) from original
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Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
9.4Spacious rooms with comfortable beds and good amenities.
Cleanliness
8.4Rooms are clean, but swimming pool water was reported as dirty.
Location
9.4Nearby attractions and food options; close to Desaru Beach.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
Desaru, MY
★ 3-star6.9/101,364 reviews
2.9 km (1.8 mi) from original
Our pick
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
Desaru, MY
★ 4-star9.2/102,255 reviews
7.1 km (4.4 mi) from original
Key differences
Rooms
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru9.4
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence6.0
Cleanliness
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru8.4
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence4.6
Location
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru9.4
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort8.3
Service
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru9.9
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort7.8
Food & Breakfast
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru8.9
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort5.8
Amenities & Facilities
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru8.4
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort7.3
Value
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru9.4
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence5.5
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru amenity advantages
Fitness centerSaunaConcierge serviceWheelchair accessibleElectric vehicle charging station
Distance from original
The compared hotels differ by 4.4 km.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence: 2.9 km (1.8 mi)
Fives Hotel Desaru: 7.3 km (4.5 mi)
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
7.1/10Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
6.9/10Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
9.2/10Fives Hotel Desaru
8.2/10Rooms
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
6.8Rooms described as comfortable but some were outdated and had maintenance issues.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
6.0Mixed sentiments; some appreciate the spacious rooms while others find them uncomfortable and outdated.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
9.4Spacious rooms with comfortable beds and good amenities.
Fives Hotel Desaru
7.8Rooms were described as comfortable but lacking some amenities like a view.
Cleanliness
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
6.3Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, such as bat droppings and unacceptable odors.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
4.6Several reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, including dirty balconies and dusty rooms.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
8.4Rooms are clean, but swimming pool water was reported as dirty.
Fives Hotel Desaru
7.3The room cleanliness was mentioned as not the best, affecting the rating.
Location
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
8.3Close proximity to the beach and other attractions has been noted positively.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
9.1The location is generally praised, especially for its proximity to the beach.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
9.4Nearby attractions and food options; close to Desaru Beach.
Fives Hotel Desaru
8.8Location was frequently praised, with convenience to nearby attractions.
Service
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
7.8Staff was described as friendly and efficient, but some reviews indicate service could be improved.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
8.5Some reviews mention friendly staff, although there are complaints about customer service not being responsive.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
9.9Staff were described as very helpful and provided excellent customer service.
Fives Hotel Desaru
8.8Staff were noted as polite and friendly, with good customer service highlighted.
Sleep & Noise
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
—Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
—Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
—Fives Hotel Desaru
—Food & Breakfast
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
5.8Breakfast options were described as too basic and lacking variety.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
6.6No specific feedback on food and beverages; treated as standard for hotel level.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
8.9Breakfast options were decent, but could have more variety.
Fives Hotel Desaru
7.8Breakfast was noted as good but did not fully satisfy all guests.
Amenities & Facilities
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
7.3Amenities are good, such as a swimming pool, but some facilities are old and need attention.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
7.5Facilities like pools and private beach are mentioned positively, but maintenance was cited as an issue.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
8.4Pool and gym facilities available, but improvements could be made.
Fives Hotel Desaru
8.3Most amenities were described positively, mentioning their adequacy.
Value
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
7.3Price was considered reasonable for the offerings, though some felt it could be better.
Tiara Desaru Seaview Residence
5.5Several reviewers express that the experience did not justify the price paid.
Four Points by Sheraton Desaru
9.4Good value considering the services and facilities provided.
Fives Hotel Desaru
8.3Several reviews indicated that the hotel offers good value for the price.
Landmarks
Desaru, Bayu Balau Beach Resort
Bayu Balau ParkTiara Desaru Seaview Residence
Bayu Balau ParkFour Points by Sheraton Desaru
No landmark signals returnedFives Hotel Desaru
No landmark signals returned