Set on Malaysia’s more remote eastern coast, Dungun is a beautiful destination for a beach break. If you’re travelling across from Kuala Lumpur, expect the journey by road to take at least five hours; there are also two nearby airports, in Kuantan and Kuala Terengganu. Either way, this slice of tranquil shoreline is well worth the journey. Whether you’re travelling as a family, as a couple or with friends, the best places to stay in Dungun promise a magical holiday experience.
Once an iron production hub, the Dungun region still boasts striking colonial-era buildings and vast estates, some of which have been transformed into hotels. Venture into riverside Kuala Dungun, the regional capital, for the enormous Thursday evening market, where you can sample delectable street food specialities, pick up souvenirs aplenty and get a glimpse of community life. Beyond the city, you can unwind at the gorgeous beaches of Teluk Bidara or Medan Selara, or hone your sailing, snorkelling and diving skills in azure ocean waters. Keen hikers can follow spectacular trails through Rimba Bandar Bukit Bauk, spotting myriad endemic birds and admiring panoramic views.
Return to one of the best places to stay in Dungun for restorative spa treatments and cracking cuisine served under starlit skies.
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Dungun (Off Jalan Dungun)
A fabulous tropical hideaway of the utmost luxury. Opulent, cream-coloured rooms & suites have lots of natural light, balconies, & all the mod cons. Fantastic selection of Malaysian cuisine, a soothing spa, private beach, tennis courts & lagoon-style swimming pools. Utterly romantic.
