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Reviews of Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge

Kg. Bilit, Kinabatangan Jalan Sukau - Bilit, 90200 Sandakan, Malaysia

#5 of 27 hotels in Sandakan

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 305 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    5.2

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  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    8.0
    This was an experience rather than a stay in a hotel with the exposure to wildlife being the theme. Well worthwhile.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All very good for a jungle outdoor type of experience but bear in mind this is not a hotel .

    Location-not on the river but close enough - a short walk. Good selection of activities. Guides excellent. Nice common area. Good meeting fellow travellers.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have provided fruit juice with breakfast other than that was a nice place to stay

    Siti was an excellent member of staff who was so warm, welcoming and very helpful! Nice to have complimentary tea and coffee throughout stay

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Friendly, small, comfortable resort that is great value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Nice rooms, very friendly staff, well organised river tours and a good breakfast and dinner option. Great value vs other options in the area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not nearer to the river. 15mins walking distance to the river and jetty.

    Quiet and friendly staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little too basic. We didnt have warm water for 2 short showers. It needs some improvements on the meals.

    The staff was SOO nice. Everyone was so welcoming.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Amazing opportunity to see nature in action from a comfortable place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were lucky the chalet adjoining us was empty for 3 of our 4 nights but on that last night you could hear every movement next door. It is not a 5 star resort it is a homely friendly and comfortable stay. Not on the river (a short walk away)

    The staff and fellow guests made our stay. The set up is communal with all guests eating at the same time. The internet only works in this communal space. Turning that negative into a positive means it is a gathering place not only at mealtimes but at all times and people get to know each other. Spotlessly clean throughout, nice beds and pillows, good air con in the chalets. Food loving prepared by a Filipino lady, buffet style . A variety of activities on offer and flexible. Khai a great guide, very knowledgeable.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Great for wildlife and bird watching
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not many comfortable places to relax

    Nice atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lodge is lovely but the food was very limited and not tasty.

    The rooms were comfortable. We had very nice driver who picked us up from Sepilok. His knowledge about Malaysia and wildlife was pretty impressive. Unfortunately, I don't remember his name. It was a pleasure to drive with him.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was no kettle in the room as advertised, and a small fridge in room would have been handy.

    Easy to find and central for all river cruises which you could book on arrival, staff were welcoming and interacted well with all guests, I would stay there again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    Amazing spot for river safari!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Facilities are basic, but that’s not really why you stay somewhere like this!

    The river safari was absolutely amazing. It’s a small walk to the pier from the lodge but we managed to see elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, loads of birds and even 2 orangutans! Kai was an excellent tour guide.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing people, very friendly and helpful! That really stood out.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    8.0
    A great jungle experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    WiFi didn’t work the whole time, basically consider non - existent, but they are in the middle of the jungle! Also I wouldn’t bother with the night walk, it wasn’t a proper trail and this wasn’t shared when we booked. After doing the RDC night walk in Sepilok this was pretty disappointing

    Spacious comfy room with very effective air conditioning. Staff were very accommodating and attentive. Must do as many river cruises are possible - we saw the most during the day. 5 minute walk to the river from the lodge. Shoutout to the 2 guys who ran all the activities, we were impressed with their knowledge and their ability to spot so much! Food was really good and made fresh.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The path to the cabins is steep

    The cabins were nice and clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    7.0
    Stay at the heart of Borneo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cost and options for dinner set menu is not at all up to the mark. Need improvement for breakfast menu as well.

    The flexibility in choosing activities, the continuous online support by Bryan, the tour guides and the overall vibe of the place.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    9.0
    great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    d inner is not enough choice

    the people here is very helpful and lovely. In the morning a cheeky monkey coming for food they “ handliing” well to proetect ouur food and so maany fun. the cruuiises aare wonderdul dont miss the morniing iit worth aa loot!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cooking was great at lodge and our river cruise guide Irfan had the eyes of an eagle. All staff were very friendly.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was/is extremely friendly and helpful as someone already mentioned 12 out of 10 in the ranking. Bobot our guide needs a special mentioning, very knowledgeable about the animals, and a fun person to be with. The driver to got us to the Lodge SAHA, already explained a lot about Sabah and the Lodge, very helpful. It should be mentioned, you are in a Lodge in the middle of nowhere, don't expect.a 5star Hotel

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    8.0
    Nature experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There isn't a menu to choose from.

    We did 4 cruises with this hotel and saw all of Borneo's big 5 and much much more! Our amazing guide was enthusiastic and passionate about wildlife. He is also very respectful of the animals. The accommodation was an experience in itself set up a hill surrounded by nature. We loved it. There are rooms closer to the restaurant which we was supposed to stay in but I asked if we could go a little further away for more privacy. Glad they accommodated us!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    8.0
    If you are looking for natural, good choice. but price wise for local will be on high side.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Is not easy to look for food, especially children. There's no restaurant nearby as the resort is isolated. Without transport will be hard. Suggest to confirm and pre-arrange meal with resort before visiting.

    Friendly staffs, not far from the Kinabatangan river.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    7.0
    2 days in the bush
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice local food served

    The property is in a small village near the river.You have to walk about 500m to the boats. The staff are nice , but I felt that some of the offered tours , they discouraged you from participating in.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    9.0
    Excellent staff who went out of their way to help us in every way, great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent friendly helpful staff and a wonderful location close to the river where you do the river cruises to see all the wildlife. Amazing hot showers and comfortable clean room. Again, thanks to the staff for their hospitality

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Though not necessary, it is much easier to take part in the activities organised by the lodge. They are well done (we did many boat tours, went on a night walk and enjoyed batik painting) but each activity is added onto the bill. Though I was aware of the situation beforehand, it still came as a bit of a surprise that some things were not included. For instance, lunches and dinners cost extra but were quite necessary because there was nowhere else to eat.

    The staff are so lovely and friendly - they made our stay comfortable. The staff guides are knowledgeable and fun, and take the time to answer questions and show you animals and things specific to Borneo.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    8.0
    Pefect place to rest
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All like .

    Yes, i like the place

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    9.0
    Great wildlife experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Beautiful property and nice and clean room. The food is very good and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. The activities were awesome too.

    Stayed in December 2023

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