• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath

Comprising of Spa Suites and Pool Villas, Borneo Beach Villas is a beach front property set along a 7 km pristine white sandy beach, nestled on lush landscaped surrounds on the Karambunai Peninsula, with a million year old tropical rainforest and the distant majesty of Mount Kinabalu as backdrop. Just 35 KM (about 45 minutes drive) from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 26 kilometers away from the city, Gaya Street. Each unit tastefully furnished with air conditioners in all bedrooms, spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can enjoy the private steam bath and Jacuzzi in the Spa Suite or swim in the private lap pool in the Pool Villas. All units comes with a spectacular sunset seaview from the backyard or private balcony with spectacular oceanic view. Borneo Beach Villas has spa, gym, on site restaurant and cafe that offers various delicious cuisines and freshly brewed coffee. In addition to the excellent facilities, Borneo Beach Villas provides full housekeeping services with complete amenities, linens, towels, and toiletries. Make up room is available upon request. Free Wi-Fi service is available in public area; Wifi Dongle is available for rent upon request. Reception counter located in Villa 161 with English, Malay and Chinese speaker to cater all guests needs.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Halal, Asian, American

Free parking available on-site

Activities:

Fitness centre

Golf course (within 3 km)

Spa and wellness centre

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mohd
    Malaysia Malaysia
    I love the facility and how well the receptionist help us especially Mr Haiqal since he help us through our check in and check out. I really recommend everyone to stay here once in a while <3
  • Don
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Staff was good and friendly. Called to get something fixed. Was at the house within 15 minutes. One of the reason for returning is the quality and friendliness of staff.
  • Gemma
    Singapore Singapore
    The staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and well equipped. Communication with reception was maintained well through WhatsApp messages. The beach nearby was very quiet and beautiful. The pool was warm and well...

Managed by Borneo Beach Villas

Company review score: 8.8Based on 1,255 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Previously known as Nexus Resort Karambunai Villas and Suites, this property consists of individually owned Pool Villas and Spa Suites leased and managed by us as Borneo Beach Villas. Pool Villas comes with a two (2) or three (3) room option, while Spa Suites (apartments with lift) are either one (1) or two (2) rooms. All units feature a pavilion/balcony. A self-catering serviced apartment concept, all units provide spacious, furnished, and comfortable bedrooms, living room, dining area, two separate bathrooms, and a well-equipped kitchen. Individual Jacuzzis are a standard feature with Steam baths for Spa Suites and a Private Lap Pool in every Pool Villas.

Property information

Discover a paradise hideaway of exotic natural beauty offering a 6 km white sandy beach and breathtaking sea views, making it a perfect escape for families and couples from busy city lifestyles. The resort is 45 minutes drive away from Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Borneo Beach Villas feature Sea View Spa Suites and Pool Villas all with picturesque sunset views. Guest staying in beach-front pool villas can enjoy the white sandy beach at their doorstep. Each Spa Suite has a private steam bath and hot tub and every Pool Villa comes with a private lap pool. Free WiFi is available at the lobby & cafe. The resort is also ideal for self-catering and each unit is provided with a kitchenette and complimentary tea & coffee. Friendly staffs are fluent in English and Malay.

Languages spoken

English,Malay,Chinese

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • BBV CAFE
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Malaysian • Local • Asian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian
  • SEA VIEW CAFE
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Facilities of Borneo Beach Villas

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • Private beach area
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hot tub
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Packed lunches
  • Room service
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
  • View
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules

Borneo Beach Villas takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 33. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

13+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 100 per person, per night

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Borneo Beach Villas accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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.

Airport shuttle provided twice a day subject to hotel schedule, advance booking is required.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Borneo Beach Villas 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.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Borneo Beach Villas

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Borneo Beach Villas on this page.

  • The prices at Borneo Beach Villas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Borneo Beach Villas on this page.

  • Borneo Beach Villas has 2 restaurants:

    • SEA VIEW CAFE
    • BBV CAFE

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Borneo Beach Villas (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Borneo Beach Villas is 10.6 miles from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Borneo Beach Villas is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Borneo Beach Villas (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Borneo Beach Villas on this page.

  • Yes, Borneo Beach Villas is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Borneo Beach Villas on this page.

  • Guests staying at Borneo Beach Villas can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Halal
    • Asian
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Borneo Beach Villas offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fitness
    • Beach
    • Private beach area