Tuna Bay Island Resort

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Set amidst a tropical jungle, Tunabay Island Resort provides air-conditioned rooms and chalets with a private balcony. This property houses a restaurant and offers guests with a variety of recreational activities. Guests can go diving trip, snorkel or fish. Relaxing on the beach and enjoying a barbecue is another good recreation choice. Bathed in warm light, guest rooms are equipped with a work desk, personal safe and seating area. Shower facilities and toiletries are in the en suite bathroom. Select rooms offers views of the mountain or garden. Tuna Bay Restaurant serves a spread of local, Western as well as Chinese dishes. Delicious barbecued dishes are also served. Island Resort Tunabay is a 45-minute speedboat ride from Kuala Besut Jetty. Kota Bahru Airport is a 1-hour drive from Kuala Besut Jetty.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Halal

Activities:

  • Fishing

  • Hiking

  • Diving

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Bangar
Singapore Singapore
“Stayed at Tuna bay from 17-19th Oct. Had to choose a place near to Universal Divers and Tuna Bay seemed like the nicest place. It definitely exceeded my expectations. I chose the beachfront room and it was clean and comfortable. I had no idea that...”
Puteri
Malaysia Malaysia
“Clean , Not to expensive , beautiful serene location , delicious food . Easy going”
Lucas
Netherlands Netherlands
“This island resort is super cozy and the staff is so incredibly kind and helpful. The food in the restaurant is excellent (many options) and the overall vibe is really nice and relaxed. We loved staying here, taking my water taxi’s to beautiful...”
Sofia
Italy Italy
“Staff was amazing and the food as well, we really enjoyed all the excursions. Recommended!”
Marta
Italy Italy
“We had a wonderful time at Tuna Bay! They organized all our transfers and have always been super punctual. The rooms were clean and the personnel very kind and welcoming. In front of the hotel there's a beautiful reef, so I highly recommend it to...”
Carolina
France France
“Very good location with great snorkeling spot in the beach in front of the resort Very helpful staff Very good breakfast”
Benedikt
Germany Germany
“Right at the beach; many sun beds; great for swimming and snorkeling right at the resort beach; free water refill; clean rooms; breakfast was good”
Anne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Food excellent. Snorkeling off reef in front of hotel is amazing. Staff great always ready to help”
Khelil
France France
“We really loved the snorkelling spot, we did many around the islands and truly it was one of the best right at the beach hotel Tropicana juice is the best and food is also nice Staff is very kind Room is overall nice”
直江
Japan Japan
“All crews are super friendly. And I can feel I am in Makaysia. Owner is very gentle and support local people. They keep beach clean. Work hard and reliable. Best hotel I have ever stayed in malaysia. Food. Try Oh my fish . So tasty. Penang fried...”
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Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Breakfast included with all options.
  • Dietary options
    Halal
  • Menu
    À la carte
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House rules

Tuna Bay Island Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:30
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 160 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Please inform Tuna Bay Island Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.