This beach hotel was constructed in 17th century traditional Malay architectural style and won the coveted Aga Khan Award for Architecture. The design of the resort is derived from the elegantly-crafted wooden palaces of Malay sultans from long ago and it involved extensive research into traditional forms of craftsmanship, mainly from the east coast of Malaysia. Malay culture and heritage are clearly present in every aspect of this resort, from the way the rooms and suites are designed, to the elaborate detailing in the woodwork and the Gamelan music played every evening. This family-friendly, air-conditioned establishment offers guests a 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, a lift, a pub and a restaurant. In addition, conference facilities, a WLAN access point, room and laundry services and parking are available. Modern contemporer an open air lobby.

The resort is located on the east coast of the Malaysian peninsula, between Kuala Terengganu in the North and Kuantan in the South. The resort is built on a 17-hectare site facing the South China Sea. The river town of Dungun lies to the West of Tanjong Jara, around 8 km away, and it is around a 20-minute car ride to the Dungun Night Market.

""Di Atas Sungei"" is Malay for ""Above The River"" so guests will find it easy to spot this restaurant which literally sits above a river that flows into the South China Sea. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery and in the shade of a huge Ketapang tree, the restaurant opens for breakfast and dinner, and serves authentic Malaysian cuisine. The midday and evening meals are available in buffet form or may be ordered à la carte or from a set menu.