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Sepilok Nature Lodge - Formerly known as Sepilok Nature Resort 3 stars

Sandakan

Situated amidst abundant greenery, Sepilok Nature Lodge - Formerly known as Sepilok Nature Resort is a haven for nature lovers. It has a restaurant, and offers complimentary WiFi access in its public areas. The staff here was really welcoming, friendly, helpful and happy. Receptionist, cleaners and restaurant workers all did their best to make our stay a pleasant experience and greeted us with a smile. They offered their trips but never pushed them too much. The location is just perfect, because you can access the main attraction by walking. Orangutan and sunbear center are just 5 minutes walking distance away and we also visited rainforest center by walking. Rooms are surrounded by a lovely jungle-like forest and view from the restaurant is super beautiful and relaxing. There are frogs that make a noise 24/7, but that is expected since you are in the forest. Our chalet (#11) was almost perfect for us. We could see the restaurant and even though wifi reached our room, the connection was pretty bad in the room but worked fine outside. Shower had a good water pressure and we always had warm water. Room had AC and fan. We didn’t use the AC during the night because it was pointed direct at the bed. That being said, fan was more than enough. There is also a safety box that worked fine. The restaurant is great but the kitchen is not open all the time. The chef really knows their craft and the place served us some of the best food of our trip. The cocktails were delicious and beautiful and we liked how they added their own twist to classic cocktails. This is not the cheapest restaurant, but we felt that we get good value for the money. The waiters always had time for us and answered our questions whether it was about the food, how to say things in Malay or which reptiles live in the pond. Receptionists helped us with all things possible and they, too, entertained us with chit-chat when we had downtime. Highly recommended!

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9
Superb
539 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Petronella Suites Apartment @ Jesselton Quay

Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, Petronella Suites Apartment @ Jesselton Quay provides accommodation with a rooftop pool and sea views. Boasting a lift, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The family-friendly restaurant at the apartment specialises in Italian cuisine, and is open for dinner and lunch. The apartment is very comfortable and complete. Very worth it and quite close to the main attraction. Highly recommended.

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9.2
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu 5 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Offering a vast selection of international cuisines, such as Japanese, Western, Malaysian and Oriental cuisine restaurants, this resort also offers a beachside bar and a music lounge for a relaxing drink. First of all we have a misunderstanding booking, and the staff Ive met at counter is very helpful, and they know its our special time, so they help us a lot!! I do like the view and the beach at night

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8.8
Fabulous
1,825 reviews
Price from
£125
per night

The Pacific Sutera 5 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible throughout and for guests who drive, free parking is available. Hope various menu for breakfast

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8.4
Very good
1,068 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

The Magellan Sutera Resort 5 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu. This luxury resort is a short distance away from Sutera Harbour Marina and Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free parking is provided for guests who drive. Beautiful resort, excellent breakfast, friendly staff

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8.4
Very good
1,622 reviews
Price from
£113
per night

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu 5 stars

Pantai Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru. Set 7 km from Kota Kinabalu, it features free WiFi throughout and free parking is provided. Gorgeous with unbeatable service.

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8.8
Fabulous
3,435 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

Timba Garden FREE TOWN AND JETTY TRANSPORT 5 stars

Semporna

Timba Garden FREE TOWN AND JETTY TRANSPORT has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and restaurant in Semporna. Featuring a bar, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. Great little spot in a jungle neighborhood. Super friendly owners. We were hungry when we arrived and they were making chicken curry for their lunch, and added us to the preparations. Very unique location. I slept really well then off the next day for diving.

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8.6
Fabulous
215 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Bigfin beach resort

Kota Belud

Facing the seafront in Kota Belud, Bigfin beach resort features a private beach area. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a garden. The property provides sea views and a terrace.

Guests at Bigfin beach resort can enjoy scuba diving, snorkelling, and kayaking while other on-site activities includes hiking or simply lounging by the beach. Feels like a hidden gem and private paradise. Great dive shop with charismatic guides, nice boat, sufficient equipment. Great to wake up to a view of Mt Kinabalu and all the food was really lovely home cooking and tasted great. It felt like living in a little community for a couple of days :)

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8.9
Fabulous
206 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Kokol Haven Resort 3 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kokol Haven Resort is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 15 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 11 km from Likas City Mosque. 15 km from Gaya Street (Sunday Market), the property is also 15 km away from Karamunsing Capital. Breakfast is ok but the view in the environment is like in heaven 10/10

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8
Very good
267 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World 5 stars

Gaya Island

Set within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park off the coast of Borneo, Gaya Island offers elegant villas with panoramic views of the South China Sea and the rainforest. It boasts 5 dining options, a private beach and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the resort. Scheduled boat transfers are available at an additional charge. Extremely kind and accommodating staff. Worked with us from check-in to check-out to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Breakfast buffet was incredible with numerous options of both local and international dishes. We liked the pool bar Happy Hour and lunch menu. Great for families. Also, the room was quiet, clean, and comfortable. The shower was hot and we had everything we needed. We had two adjoining rooms which was very convenient for our family.

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8.4
Very good
385 reviews
Price from
£210
per night

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