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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. I could not recommend higher. It was amazing. Even had Orangutan visits during our stay.

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9
Superb
401 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu 3 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

The air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV which includes Chinese channels and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. very comfortable rooms, clean, accommodating staff (they provide packed breakfast if you need to check out before the breakfast begins)

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8.1
Very good
1,201 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

C'haya Hotel 3 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Featuring 2 dining options and an infinity pool at the rooftop, C'haya Hotel offers modern guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tanjung Aru Beach is 1.5 km from the property. Clean and tidy, the pool was lovely. The rooftop bar unfortunately was not open when we were there. Close to the airport and ample of parking.

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8
Very good
1,387 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Horizon Hotel 4 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms . Free WiFi is accessible throughout and free parking is provided. Breakfast, pool, nice room, gym

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8.3
Very good
2,064 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu 3 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available in all rooms. Breakfast is good and the location is ok 👌

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8.2
Very good
1,685 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

The Elopura Hotel 3 stars

Sandakan

The Elopura Hotel located on the East Coast of Sabah which also known as “Land below the Wind”. Elopura name itself was the first name of Sandakan when it was found by William B Pryer back in 1879. British North Borneo Company named Elopura because of the meaning “Beautiful Town”. Everything: The location, the room, the cleanliness, the rich breakfast buffet

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8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Price from
£45
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
1,540 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu 4 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Set atop One Place Mall, Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers elegant guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. It features an outdoor swimming pool and 2 dining options.

Guest enjoy affordable airport transfer to and from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and Hotel Spacious room, cleanliness 5🌟, friendly staff. Highly recommended!

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8.2
Very good
623 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu 3 stars

Kota Kinabalu

Located within Gaya Street Sunday Market, Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.

All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The en suite bathroom comes with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms have a seating area. Location waa good.. easy to find foods,,just few minutes to shopi g mall, gaya street market n night market

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8.5
Very good
183 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Oceania Hotel 3 stars

Kota Kinabalu

A 3 star hotel situated in the heart of beautiful Kota Kinabalu that offers a modern comfort, simple & value on every guest stay. Oceania Hotel offers 69 guest room including 1 Suite with all essential amenities for refreshing experience and committed to ensure that every guest’s stay is as comfortable as possible. Good budget hotel. Clean, no musty smell! Bed was comfy!

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8.1
Very good
262 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

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