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
5-Star LuxuryEcoIsland 📍Gaya Island, Kota Kinabalu
2
Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort & Spa
Private beach; resident orangutans; nature reserve on-site
5-Star LuxuryNatureBeachfront 📍Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Sabah
3
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort
Sunset-facing beachfront; award-winning pool; CHI Spa
5-Star LuxuryBeachfrontSpa 📍Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
4
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Secluded hillside villas; Gaya Island rainforest; butler service
5-Star LuxuryBoutiqueIsland 📍Gaya Island, Kota Kinabalu
5
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Beachfront suites; championship golf; watersports marina
5-Star 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
4-Star IslandNaturePark 📍Manukan Island, Kota Kinabalu
7
Lankayan Island Dive Resort
Pristine dive island; whale sharks; hawksbill turtles
4-Star DiveIslandWildlife 📍Lankayan Island, Sandakan
8
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
Gateway to orangutan sanctuary; rainforest views
4-Star EcoWildlifeNature 📍Sepilok, Sandakan
🌿 3-Star Standard Resorts
9
Bigfin Beach Resort
Remote beach escape near Kota Belud; off-the-beaten-path
3-Star BeachRemoteBudget 📍Kota Belud, Sabah
10
Kokol Haven Resort
Hilltop coolness above KK; panoramic views; family retreat
3-Star HilltopFamilyViews 📍Menggatal, Kota Kinabalu