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Best Resorts in Sabah
Sabah, on the northern tip of Borneo, is one of the world's great natural wonders — a land of ancient rainforests, diverse wildlife, and some of the most spectacular dive sites on the planet. The resorts here are as extraordinary as the landscape itself, from exclusive eco-luxury island retreats in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park to beachfront properties where resident orangutans roam freely. Whether your passion is diving, wildlife encounters, mountain trekking, or simply unwinding on a secluded island, Sabah's resorts offer a truly extraordinary experience.
Below is a list of the best resorts in Sabah to help you discover the perfect Borneo retreat.
| # | Resort Name | Star Rating | Classification | Type / Vibe | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⭐ 5-Star Luxury Resorts | |||||
| 1 | Gaya Island Resort Exclusive eco-luxury on Gaya Island; Tunku Abdul Rahman Park |
★★★★★ |
LuxuryEcoIsland | Gaya Island, Kota Kinabalu | |
| 2 | Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort & Spa Private beach; resident orangutans; nature reserve on-site |
★★★★★ |
LuxuryNatureBeachfront | Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Sabah | |
| 3 | Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort Sunset-facing beachfront; award-winning pool; CHI Spa |
★★★★★ |
LuxuryBeachfrontSpa | Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu | |
| 4 | Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Secluded hillside villas; Gaya Island rainforest; butler service |
★★★★★ |
LuxuryBoutiqueIsland | Gaya Island, Kota Kinabalu | |
| 5 | The Magellan Sutera Resort Beachfront suites; championship golf; watersports marina |
★★★★★ |
LuxuryGolfBeachfront | Sutera Harbour, Kota Kinabalu | |
| 🏨 4-Star Superior Resorts | |||||
| 6 | Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island Island escape in Tunku Abdul Rahman Park; crystal waters |
★★★★★ |
IslandNaturePark | Manukan Island, Kota Kinabalu | |
| 7 | Lankayan Island Dive Resort Pristine dive island; whale sharks; hawksbill turtles |
★★★★★ |
DiveIslandWildlife | Lankayan Island, Sandakan | |
| 8 | Sepilok Forest Edge Resort Gateway to orangutan sanctuary; rainforest views |
★★★★★ |
EcoWildlifeNature | Sepilok, Sandakan | |
| 🌿 3-Star Standard Resorts | |||||
| 9 | Bigfin Beach Resort Remote beach escape near Kota Belud; off-the-beaten-path |
★★★★★ |
BeachRemoteBudget | Kota Belud, Sabah | |
| 10 | Kokol Haven Resort Hilltop coolness above KK; panoramic views; family retreat |
★★★★★ |
HilltopFamilyViews | Menggatal, Kota Kinabalu | |