Best Hotels in Borneo

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.4 miles, The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. Private parking is available on site. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. A buffet, continental or Asian breakfast is served at the property. Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 1.1 miles from The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels, while North Borneo Railway is 2.2 miles away. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 1.2 miles from the property.

- "Comfortable" - "Awesome!" - "Everything was beyond perfect" - "Nice and calm" - "Good but could be better" - "Luma feels like Rumah (home)" - "I love the hotel but i hate their breakfast." - "I like the design" - "Very enjoyable night stay in a great property with convenient location to cental KK." - "Good"

The Ranee Boutique Suites is located in the heart of Kuching, a 1-minute walk from Kuching Waterfront and China Street. This stylish boutique hotel provides free WiFi throughout the building. The Ranee Suites is located a 5-minute drive from Sarawak Museum and a 5-minute boatride from The Astana Palace. Kuching International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Spacious, air-conditioned suites each come fitted with a flat-screen cable/satellite TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar and a personal safe. Bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are also provided. Some suites have a balcony. Luggage storage facilities are provided at the 24-hour front desk. Laundry service is available. Guests can enjoy a selection of local and international dishes in Mbar and Bistro. Room service is also offered.

- "Real boutique experience. Nice !" - "Ranee Boutique will forever be my choice if come to kuching." - "Best value for money in Kuching - no regret" - "Great boutique hotel" - "Great location, wonderful staff and fabulous room" - "Highly recommended" - "Great location by the water front and very comfortable place to stay." - "Gorgeous Tropical Townhouse Stay!" - "Amazing hotel" - "Amazing weekend" - "excellent!"

Located amid 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. Fitted with wooden furnishings, each room is equipped with air conditioning, a balcony with views of the natural surroundings. The private bathroom offers shower facilities. Guests can make travel arrangements at the tour desk, An airport shuttle service can be requested for at an additional charge, while those who drive can park onsite for free. This resort is 11 mi from Sandakan Airport.

- "Absolutely fantastic." - "Luxury stay in jungle with good location" - "Perfect location; beautifully set-up to fit right in with the Bornean jungle." - "fabulous stay" - "Amazing unforgettable experience!" - "I will return!" - "I wish we could have stayed longer." - "Wonderful scenery, fantastic location." - "Very nice hotel close to the orangutans."

Set amid a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms. It features a 64-acre nature reserve, a Signature 18-hole golf course, six dining restaurants, and two outdoor swimming pools, with the Ocean Wing pool exclusively for guests at this wing. Free private parking is provided and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. Decorated in earthy tones, every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar and coffee/tea making facilities. Guests enjoy views of the garden or sea from the private balcony. For your comfort, luxury Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu toiletries and bathrobes are included. 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. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements and outdoor activities, such as horse riding and jungle trekking. Alternatively, guests can indulge in a variety of spa treatments at the in-house spa. Kota Kinabalu is 22 mi from Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, while Kinabalu Mountain is 45 mi away. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, a 25 mi drive from the property.

- "very recommendd" - "PARADISE" - "Beautiful resort - no orangutans" - "Amazing stay, and the staff were 10/10" - "Great location and excellent facilities" - "Enjoyable and worth the money!" - "Very good place for relaxation" - "Great stay" - "Family vacation" - "Well presented comfortable hotel" - "Happy vacation in Kota Kinabalu with Sangri-La Rasa Ria, would love to come back again!" - "The entrance of royalty"

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 features 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. Decorated in wooden interiors, every air-conditioned villa features a private balcony with outdoor seating. A flat-screen and a mini-bar are also included. The private bathroom comes with a spacious bath and luxury amenities. Daily buffet breakfast is served at Feast Village, with Asian and International options. Fisherman's Cove specializes in seafood dishes, while Omakase offers Japanese cuisines. Drinks and snacks are on offer at Pool Bar & Lounge, where guests can enjoy Mount Kinabalu view from the sundeck. Relaxing treatments can be enjoyed at Spa Village and yoga classes is held daily. Guests can also do outdoor activities at an additional charge such as diving and snorkeling at the beach. Day cruises and bird watching trips can also be arranged at the 24-hour reception. Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World is a 10 minute speedboat ride from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. The nearest airport is a 6.8 mi drive away from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Airport and boat transfers can be requested at a surcharge.

- "A luxury stay for a special birthday - exceptional in all respects." - "Great Hospitality" - "Very clean comfortable relaxing hotel. Good food and amenities. Love snorkelling off the hotel reef from the beach. Fant" - "The best experience of my life" - "Perfect!" - "Pure luxury amidst fantastic wildlife" - "Great location with a short boat trip from Kota Kinabalu." - "A laid-back spot, just a short distance from Kota Kinabalu."

Located at the edge of a jungle on Gaya Island, Gayana Eco Resort features spacious overwater villas with wooden interiors. It features 3 dining options, an outdoor pool and a spa. Complimentary scheduled ferry transfers is provided to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Each villa is air-conditioned and fitted with a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Some villas have a private pool and a separate living area. For your comfort, the private bathroom includes luxury amenities and a shower. Daily breakfast is served at Macac, which also opens for lunch and dinner. Alu Alu provides an overwater dining experience and specializes in Chinese cuisines, while Latitude Bar offers drinks. Guests can enjoy pampering treatments at the spa or relax by the poolside. Friendly staff at the 24-hour reception can assist you with a wide selection of activities, such as snorkeling, fishing and jungle trekking. Gayana Eco Resort is a 20-minute boat ride from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 6.8 mi from the ferry terminal.

- "Amazing"

Located off the coast of Borneo on Gaya Island, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa features spacious villas with a private balcony. The resort features an outdoor pool and 3 dining options. Free WiFi is accessible from the villas. Decorated in wooden furnishings, every villa overlooks the jungle or the South China Sea views. It is fitted with air conditioning and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Some villas have a private plunge pool. For your comfort, the private bathroom includes luxury amenities and a shower. The Longhouse opens for daily buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pantai Restaurant & Bar offers fresh grilled seafood while The Koi Wine Cave houses a wide selection of cigars and wines. Guests can have pampering treatments at the spa or exercise at the gym. Alternatively, a wide range of outdoor activities such as kayaking, snorkeling and jungle trekking are offered. Friendly staff at 24-hour reception can assist you with luggage storage and laundry services. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is a 25-minute boat from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, a 6.8 mi drive away from the ferry terminal.

- "Magical!!" - "Great stay in paradise" - "Beautiful island resort"