Since opening in 2020, One&Only Desaru Coast quickly became one of Johor’s top seaside resorts, thanks to its luxurious design and high-end services. Unfortunately, travellers will no longer get to enjoy the resort as it has permanently closed down.
News outlets recently reported that One&Only Desaru Coast ceased operations on 1st May 2025 (Thursday). A notice on the official website writes, “Thank you for your interest in One&Only Desaru Coast. Please note that as of 1 May 2025, the resort will no longer be managed by One&Only.”. A quick search also shows that the resort’s official social media accounts have been deleted.
The resort in Johor is the first resort in Southeast Asia under the One&Only brand. The company operates a collection of one-off resorts and private homes across the globe and has locations in the United States, the Maldives and more. One&Only Desaru Coast opened its doors in September 2020 and boasted 45 suites, each equipped with a private swimming pool. The resort was designed by the late Australian designer Kerry Hill.
The closure of the Desaru Coast resort is regrettable, especially for those who had the opportunity to visit while it was under One&Only’s management. The brand is renowned for creating distinctive and memorable experiences through personalised services. It’s worth noting that the physical resort remains and could continue to operate once the new management takes over.
As of reporting, there is no official statement about the closure or if another management will soon take over the resort. In the meantime, One&Only encourages guests to check out their other exceptional resorts located around the globe. However, until its closure, One&Only Desaru Coast remained the brand’s only location in Southeast Asia, and there are no plans for another location in the region.
While there’s no news on whether the resort will return to operations under new management, it’s sad to see the One&Only brand leave its only Southeast Asia location. What are your thoughts on this?
UPDATE (7th May 2025, Wednesday)
Following our report on the closure of One&Only Desaru Coast, the property owner of the resort reached out with an official statement. Here’s what Desaru Peace Holdings Sdn. Bhd. (DPH) has to share about the end of their partnership with One&Only Resorts, current bookings and the resort’s future:
Sources: One&Only Resorts, Oriental Daily, Places & Food
