About this property
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.
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Most popular facilities
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Puteri
Malaysia
“Clean , Not to expensive , beautiful serene location , delicious food . Easy going” - Lucas
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
“Staff was amazing and the food as well, we really enjoyed all the excursions. Recommended!” - Marta
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
“Very good location with great snorkeling spot in the beach in front of the resort Very helpful staff Very good breakfast” - Benedikt
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
“Food excellent. Snorkeling off reef in front of hotel is amazing. Staff great always ready to help” - Khelil
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
“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...” - Dany
Canada
“Very good breakfast and best restaurant in the area, although a little more expensive. Plenty of outside chairs on the beach. Nice place.”
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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
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.



The fine print
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.