WHERE TO STAY IN SABAH

Among the benefits of living in a tropical region is the infinite list of exotic destinations to choose from. Anything but exotic is Sabah. Start your tropical journey from your home to Sabah on a trail of sandy beaches, dense rainforest and UNESCO World Heritage Sites for an hour’s flight.

BUDGET

Budget travellers also go to get cheap lodging, and the state has a multitude of choices for lodging to fit any budget.

1. Tajau Laut Guesthouse
Location: Jalan Bak Bak, 89050 Kudat
Price per night from RM57

Offering accommodation with free private parking, Tajau Laut Guesthouse is located in Kudat in the Sabah region. Lovely seaside guesthouse, beautiful beach and amazing sunsets.
All units have a sitting area and a dining area. An Asian breakfast is available at the homestay each morning. A barbecue is offered at the Tajau Laut Guesthouse. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service also available here.

2. Mountain View Guesthouse
Location: Kg Baru, 89157 Kota Belud, Malaysia
Price per night from RM80

Mountain View Guesthouse offers free WiFi in Kota Belud, and guests can enjoy a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace. Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 73 km from the guest house, is the nearest airport.

AFFORDABLE

Because of its cuisine, colonial architecture, and wildlife, Sabah attracts tourists. For a good mix of backpackers, tourists have plenty of affordable accommodation opportunities. Here are the right ones to meet both criteria and budgets.

1. Sabah Tea Garden Lodge
Location: Jalan Ranau/ Sandakan, Kampong Nalapak, Ranau, Sabah
Price per night from RM104

TSet in the peaceful Ranau district and overlooking picturesque mountains, the Sabah Tea Garden is ideal for those looking for a short getaway.

The property is only a 20-minute drive from the popular Poring Hot Spring and a 25-minute drive from Ranau Town, offering a range of entertainment options. A 45-minute drive away is the famous Mount Kinabalu.

2. Gayang Friendly Water House Homestay
Location: Taman D’sri Gayang, kg gayang, jalan Sulaman ,89208, Tuaran
Price per night from RM105

One of our Kota Kinabalu bestsellers! Boasting accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a restaurant and a garden, Gayang friendly water house homestay is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 29 km from Sabah Filipino Market and 20 km from Likas City Mosque.

The Gayang Friendly Water House Homestay is 24 km from Gaya Street (Sunday Market), while Karamunsing Capital is 28 km away.

LUXURY

For travellers looking to live it up in style during their tropical getaway, the best luxury hotels in Sarawak are perfect retreats. Sarawak is also known for hosting some of the most expensive lodging options in the country, surrounded by verdant jungles, winding rivers, and exotic wildlife.

1. Usukan Beachfront Cove Lodge
Location: Jalan Kg. Kuala Abai, Teluk Usukan Jetty, Kota Belud
Price per night from RM245

Featuring free WiFi and free private parking, Usukan Beachfront Cove Lodge offers accommodation in Kota Belud, in the Sabah region. There is a private bathroom with a bidet, a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries in each unit. An on-site private beach area is available.

2. The Pacific Sutera
Location: No 1 Sutera Harbour Boulavard, 88100 Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from RM232

Mega Hotel is situated in Miri and 600 metres from Miri Handiicraft Centre. It features an outdoor swimming pool and 3 dining options. Free WiFi is open in the property and free parking is available for visitors who drive.

The Mega Hotel is 700 metres from Miri Waterfront, while Miri City Fan Park is 1 km away. Miri International Airport is 10 km away by vehicle.