Opened in 2022, the Arcadia Beach Resort offers travelers a pleasant stay in Semporna, whether for business or leisure purposes. This hotel is located near many of Semporna's attractions including Pandanan Island, Timba Timba Island and Mataking Island. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate.
RRober_Z2025.03.08
Booked here for the last night. The scenery is very nice. It has a different smell on cloudy and sunny days. There is a swimming pool by the sea. You can snorkel and provide masks and snorkels for free. There are many fish. It is the only one on the island. It is very quiet. The room is spacious, but the smell is a bit strong. The water is yellow. Overall, it is good. The service of the staff is satisfactory. There is not much communication. It feels like you live on this island by yourself. You can eat by yourself when it’s time to eat. Maybe this is a vacation? The only very bad thing is that I contacted the hotel by phone and emailed many times before checking in, but I didn’t receive any response. Because I have to take a boat to the island, there is a pier address, but even though I asked the locals, I couldn’t find this address. I tried to contact the resort but didn’t get any response, which led to a long search for the pier on the day of check-in. No one will take the initiative to contact you on the day of check-in.
Seafest REGENCY|Seafest Town's New Flagship from a 20-Year Trusted Brand, Your Sanctuary of Assurance
As the latest masterpiece from the Seafest Group—a respected name with 20 years of deep-rooted presence in Seafest Town, Semporna—Seafest Regency upholds the group’s philosophy of "Quality as the Foundation, Service as the Core," offering a renewed and reliable hospitality experience.
Prime Location in Seafest Town, Effortless Convenience
- 3-minute walk to the jetty: Start your island-hopping adventures stress-free after enjoying a lavish breakfast buffet at the hotel.
-Comprehensive amenities: Surrounded by internet-famous seafood restaurants, durian specialty stores, fresh juice bars, Starbucks, and more—all within walking distance.
-One-stop shopping: Adjacent to Seafest Mall, offering diving gear, local souvenirs, pharmacies, currency exchange, chain restaurants, and bubble tea shops for all your needs.
24/7 Safety & Serene Ambiance
-Triple-layer security: 24-hour in-house security, regular patrols on Seafest Town’s main streets, and a nearby police outpost ensure peace of mind.
-Community-style management: Strict control over non-guest access and nighttime noise monitoring guarantee a tranquil, orderly environment.
Premium Facilities & Services, Redefining Comfort
-Diverse leisure spaces: Heated outdoor pool, Southeast Asian-inspired spa center, and panoramic gym—a sanctuary for relaxation.
-All-inclusive dining & entertainment: International cuisine at the all-day dining restaurant, locally crafted cocktails at the bar, and a kids’ play zone for family fun.
-Business-friendly upgrades: Executive lounge with private meeting areas, 24-hour multilingual front desk, complimentary parking, and luggage storage.
Why Choose Seafest Regency?
1. Legacy of Excellence: 20 years of localized expertise, tailored to traveler needs.
2. Unbeatable Location: Heart of Seafest Town, eliminating transit hassles.
3. Commitment to Assurance: Dual guarantees of safety and tranquility for a pure travel experience.
GGuest User2025.03.21
The hotel is new, recently opened. Rooms are spacious and comfortable.
The hotel's strongest point is a comfortable and well-designed pool. Unfortunately, this is the end of the pluses.
Breakfast - the choice seems to be large, but everything is focused on the Chinese, so a European / American does not have much to eat. It's good that at least there is an egg station.
Front desk procedures - even though the hotel was almost empty, we were told to wait three hours for the room. A deposit of RM 200 per day is charged at check-in - cash only, no card guarantee. When checking out, you have to wait at the front desk until the housekeeping checks if you have stolen anything from the room. If you lose the document confirming the deposit - they will not return your money.
Finally, probably the most annoying thing - the card scanning system in the elevators - we sometimes spent long minutes trying to press the floor key in the elevator, usually it ended with asking for help from the reception. This is absolutely unacceptable.
There is too much to improve here to be able to say that the hotel is worth the price.
The SKY Water Villas surrounded by a 360-degree spectacular Seaview ,crystal clear water and breathtaking Sunsets, offering active and engaging experiences as well as mindful personalised well-being practices. The resort offers units of Sunvillas & Starvilla and units of Premier Deluxe Villas with private balcony, also designed within a theme of “Kampung Modern Simplicity”, public areas and villas depict subtle element form local island and culture with careful artwork, fitting, and texture. SKY Water Villa is located off Semporna at East Cost Sabah. It’s just 1 hour 15 minutes car ride from Tawau Airport and followed by a 25-30 minutes transfer via speedboats. Schedule for Boat Transfer (Meeting point with our hostess will be at "Mydin Lodge Semporna" which next to Jetty Pelancong. Check-in Boat Transfer from Jetty to SKY Water Villas at12.00NOON 02.00PM (Please be at the Mydin Lodge Semporna 30 minutes early before boat departure) Check-Out Boat Transfer from SKY Water Villa to Mydin Lodge Semporna at 07.00AM and 10.00AM. Whether you’re with family, friends or colleagues, no one is watching and anything is possible!
JJi2024.09.22
Overall I enjoyed our stay in sky water villa. When I was booking I read the reviews also worried that they are a bit old, so that the houses might not be well maintained. But during my stay I feel like the houses are used but still in okay manner. The best thing for this hotel is that I think they have the best house reef, and you can see turtles at night from your balcany. I went snorkling a few times during my stay I saw quite a few clown fish aka nemo and many fishes and even a sea eel one day. They also provide “galss” kayak which you can watch sunset on it. And the best thing they offer is that the tours you book with the villa starts around 10 am, you can just get ready and wait in your room, and when the boat is here the staff will get you from your room, and you’ll finish the tour around 3-4 pm which is the afternoon tea time at the villa. Instead of in the town area you need wake up early and meet and wait at the jetty around 8:15 am . And power supply is stable just may be ocassion blackout but it would turn back on very soon. However I do think they need to clean their air con as the one in our room seems very dusty, we had to clean the filter ourselves, they were very dusty. And during the afternoon coz our villa faces the sunset direction the air con feels a bit not strong enough. And the aircon outer unit is installed right at the room’s wall so it’s a little bit noisy, I’d suggest why not just use a more powerful window unit instead. The food is so so, but it’s difficult to cater everyone’s preference for food. The hotel is not cheap and maybe not very cost effective compare to hotels in other places, but to be fair i think if you want to go to semporna, this might be a reasonable option as overall semporna and malaysia is very expensive for tourists. And i higly recommend to stay at least 2-3 nights instead of 1 night to fully enjoy and relax yourself.
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To be honest more than expected. We communicated with the store via email in English and picked us up on time. The round trip for two people cost 200 in total. The room was okay, the view was pretty good. It includes three meals a day, breakfast is average, lunch and dinner are delicious, and you can eat crab every time. The store staff are very nice and try their best to speak Chinese.
ZZhetingbodelewafanzhongyan2025.01.17
To be honest more than expected. We communicated with the store via email in English and picked us up on time. The round trip for two people cost 200 in total. The room was okay, the view was pretty good. It includes three meals a day, breakfast is average, lunch and dinner are delicious, and you can eat crab every time. The store staff are very nice and try their best to speak Chinese.
It takes about 20 minutes to get there from the pier. You can go directly into the sea from the room. The water is very clear. You can see the sea as soon as you open the French window. You can also see starfish and fish around the water house, and small crabs on the wooden stairs. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, and there are afternoon tea snacks in the afternoon. There are seafood, crabs, squids, shrimps and some blanched vegetables every night. The stay experience is not bad. Since it happened to be Christmas, I also caught up with the hotel's fireworks celebration! It is recommended to order deep diving directly from the store. The accompanying crew not only has good photography skills, but also gives deep diving photos and videos! ! Love it!
GGuest User2024.12.27
It takes about 20 minutes to get there from the pier. You can go directly into the sea from the room. The water is very clear. You can see the sea as soon as you open the French window. You can also see starfish and fish around the water house, and small crabs on the wooden stairs. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, and there are afternoon tea snacks in the afternoon. There are seafood, crabs, squids, shrimps and some blanched vegetables every night. The stay experience is not bad. Since it happened to be Christmas, I also caught up with the hotel's fireworks celebration! It is recommended to order deep diving directly from the store. The accompanying crew not only has good photography skills, but also gives deep diving photos and videos! ! Love it!
The Perfect Forest Eco-Resort was recently renovated in 2023, making it a fantastic choice for those staying in Semporna. With multiple attractions nearby including Seabunny Scubacations (Semporna), Gelanggang Bola Tampar Gaggil and Surau Al - Falah Taman Sempaul, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied. After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Semporna hotel provides parking on site. Guests tell us the location of this hotel is fantastic. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with friends.
GGelute42025.04.14
Very beautiful yard and wooden house, surrounded by palm trees and grass, very photogenic, there are also several very well-behaved dogs, always clinging to people, and love to sleep outside the wooden house at night. The boss is Chinese, and he is always willing to help. When I first arrived in Semporna and didn't eat, the boss gave me his snacks directly. Free pick-up to Semporna town every day, although it is several kilometers away from the town center, but the environment is really incomparable to those homestays in the town.
Mr. Bean Holiday is a warm and comfortable homestay located in Semporna, Sabah. It is about an hour from Tawau Airport and about 15-minutes drive from Semporna town and boat jetty. We have a free shuttle to and from boat jetty everyday. We can arrange island hopping trip based on your needs. Our room is designed to provide you with a comfortable, clean and safe stay. For leisure time, you may stop by at our lobby or bar for music and drink a cup of tea or wine, or you may also relax at the balcony, or enjoy the swimming pool and sun bath. We do hope that all our guest will enjoy the hospitality of our homestay and bring you an unforgettable stay experience. We looking forward for your arrival.
GGuest User2025.04.14
Newly opened hotel. Clean and tidy environment. Free pick-up to town.
The environment in town is really average. It is very comfortable to live here!
The point is that the food in this restaurant is delicious. You can buy seafood and have it processed in the store. We did not bring our own seafood. The portion of the cream shrimp noodles made in the store was large. I think it tastes better than the popular restaurants in town.
The guy who helps pick up every day is very nice and patient. It is really right to choose this hotel when you come to Semporna
Staying here was a truly memorable experience. The resort is set in a serene location with a picturesque lake where you can fish and even take a boat ride around. The unique touch of being able to bring your catch to the kitchen and have the chef cook it up for dinner was a real highlight. You can also buy fresh seafood from the local market and ask the chef to prepare it however you like for a very reasonable fee. The food, prepared by the owner and chef who hail from Guangdong, was the best I’ve tasted in Semporna. Each dish was bursting with flavor, showcasing authentic Chinese cuisine at its finest.
The resort is about 15 minutes from Semporna town, but they offer a free shuttle service to and from the town, which makes it incredibly convenient for guests.
At night, there’s outdoor karaoke under the stars, creating a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Overall, the resort had a homely vibe, with the owner and staff going above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
The resort itself is new, and the rooms are spacious, clean, and incredibly comfortable. I felt right at home the entire time. The peaceful surroundings, combined with excellent service and food, made this a perfect getaway.
To note that the staff mainly communicates in Mandarin, so knowing a bit of the language would be helpful.
I stayed here for a night after a 5 day dive trip and this was the perfect place to unwind and relax. I loved my stay so much that I can’t wait to return. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing retreat in Semporna!
GGuest User2025.03.05
Staying here was a truly memorable experience. The resort is set in a serene location with a picturesque lake where you can fish and even take a boat ride around. The unique touch of being able to bring your catch to the kitchen and have the chef cook it up for dinner was a real highlight. You can also buy fresh seafood from the local market and ask the chef to prepare it however you like for a very reasonable fee. The food, prepared by the owner and chef who hail from Guangdong, was the best I’ve tasted in Semporna. Each dish was bursting with flavor, showcasing authentic Chinese cuisine at its finest.
The resort is about 15 minutes from Semporna town, but they offer a free shuttle service to and from the town, which makes it incredibly convenient for guests.
At night, there’s outdoor karaoke under the stars, creating a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Overall, the resort had a homely vibe, with the owner and staff going above and beyond to make us feel welcome.
The resort itself is new, and the rooms are spacious, clean, and incredibly comfortable. I felt right at home the entire time. The peaceful surroundings, combined with excellent service and food, made this a perfect getaway.
To note that the staff mainly communicates in Mandarin, so knowing a bit of the language would be helpful.
I stayed here for a night after a 5 day dive trip and this was the perfect place to unwind and relax. I loved my stay so much that I can’t wait to return. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing retreat in Semporna!
Located in Larapan Island, 20-25 minutes by speedboat from Longmen Inn Pier, located in the middle of Valentine's Bay Line one-day tour route, adjacent to Warship Island, beautiful and quiet environment, is the best choice for family honeymoon, water house has 24-hour Chinese butler service, expensive Chinese chef every day includes delicious meals and afternoon tea, The hall has karaoke equipment with better sound quality than KTV, and we sell alcoholic beverages. The water house has a long plank road connected with the island. Guests can visit the Bayao people on the island through the plank road, and when the tide recedes, they can also go down to the beach to catch crabs, fish and shrimp
GGuest User2025.02.05
I don’t think I have ever written a review of a hotel. I returned home from Semporna after a transfer in the middle of the night, but my heart was still in the water house in Semporna.
It was my first time to Malaysia. I saw that this water villa was new and had high ratings, so I booked it with the mentality of giving it a try. The result was really beyond my expectations.
The thoughtful arrangements made by the Chinese butler, the clean yacht for pick-up and drop-off, and the warm and honest black people all made our anxiety turn into peace of mind.
Along the way, everyone was amazed by the jelly-like ocean, the clearly visible starfish, and the various small fishes everywhere.
The clean rooms, the quiet environment with only six rooms, the fresh and hygienic dishes, the fun of being able to go down from the public area to play in the water and catch crabs at any time, the simple black people who took close care of us while diving and took us to visit the Bajau people, all left our family with a good impression of Semporna and even Malaysia.
Because the sun is too strong and the lighting for taking pictures is not good, let the beautiful scenery be recorded in your eyes and heart.
I highly recommend staying at this hotel when you go to Semporna. It's such a great experience.
The Santiri Island Resort is one of the newest hotels in Semporna, having opened in 2023. From the hotel, Tawau Airport is approximately 48km away. Tawau Airport is approximately 48km away by road. After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. According to our guests, the location of this hotel is one of the best around. This hotel is a popular accommodation for guests traveling with families.
就就愛趣旅行2025.02.10
A quiet and comfortable island. The little black man on the island is kind. He will take us to find sand crabs and watch the stars at night. The lunch and breakfast are ordinary. There is limited seafood for dinner. The accommodation facilities are OK. The scenery is great. There are glass boats and sea swings... Give it 85 points👍🏻
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GGuest UserEveryone says that the accommodation conditions in Semporna town are poor. I looked at several hotels and they were not good enough. Suddenly I saw Pineapple Sea. I was fascinated by its scenery. It was completely in the style of a resort. After booking, I contacted the boss on WeChat. The boss was very considerate and told us what to prepare in advance. Including our trip to the sea, which was arranged by the boss. The service was very meticulous. Before I arrived in Semporna, a special service group had been set up. When I arrived, they would arrange airport pick-up in advance. I didn’t have to worry about it along the way. If I had any questions, I could ask in the group and they would reply at any time. The two-bedroom room we stayed in was very large and clean. There were shuttle buses to the town. They would recommend local food and it was very cost-effective. It was a pity that the schedule was tight, otherwise I really wanted to stay a few more days. I will have a chance to go there and have fun for a few days next time. I still chose to stay at Pineapple Sea~
SScottVery satisfied with our stay at Shun Shun! Awesome views, beautiful boardwalks, very friendly staff. Location is nearby the semporna jetty which is convenient (10 minutes). Rooms are nice, modern, clean with a nice balcony and big windowed doors to a view of the ocean. Basic no-frills room, not a luxury villa by any means, cheap furniture and decor. The food is good, mostly Chinese/malaysian fusion. Selection doesn't change much from night to night but they will make you something custom if you want. Communication is good with them on WhatsApp. Power and water 24 hours a day. For alcohol they only have tiger beer for RM10. Note that the free boat has a defined schedule that they set, unfortunately the last boat from shore is early at 530pm. You pay RM100 for a special trip.
GGuest UserThe story of the second home in Semporna B&B is so beautiful in Mushroom House
The three-day experience can be said to be free of worries and only touching
The B&B managers Gao Gao and A Ping are so great that they helped us solve any problems we had quickly
The big balcony is also suitable for drying clothes for snorkeling. The Easter Egg Chef’s dishes are so delicious
Cat-friendly, many cats are super clingy
The pick-up response is fast and the staff is very friendly
The restaurant plays music, watching them grill fish and drinking coffee, I really don’t want to go home
I guess I will come to Semporna next time because I miss Mushroom House
GGuest UserThere is a garden in front of the door, which is very beautiful and has a swimming pool. The room itself has a kitchen where you can cook instant noodles. You can also use the owner's kitchen to cook. It has a full set of utensils and seasonings. It is especially suitable for parents who bring children and are not used to eating out. Free pick-up and drop-off in town, just let us know in advance, it's very convenient
KKANG CHINGWater Chalet is non-air conditioner room. I dont know that my Chalet is non-Aircon Room so i have to stay in the hot room. many customers complaint very hot especially day time. For meal is buffet style and with variety food. drinking water and codial drink is free. Especially morning is very noisy because of the electric car pass by the chalet. For the view , i agreed with what i see in the youtube. During sunset . it is beautiful and romance enviroment. dues of lack of water. we cant use bath tub and the water shower is very small and i feel like i am staying in no- star hotel. But the hotel officer did tell us because of lack of water. but the transport to the Kapalai is quite frequent and free. this is bonus points. Generally, for couple those are going to honeymood and taking photos are the best to go.
DdannyjtFirst of all, let me talk about the conclusion. It is still worth recommending.
Reasons: 1. The room is very new, a large capsule-style room, new facilities, smart toilet, air conditioning is also very quiet, and the space is basically enough. The room is built on a cement column more than 1 meter high, and the room is dry.
2. There are currently 11 rooms with intervals between each other. They do not interfere with each other and are very quiet. If you are disturbed, it is the sound of small animals climbing on the roof or raindrops. It feels pretty good.
3. It is 15 minutes away from the town or the pier without traffic jams, and 25 minutes with traffic jams. Between 8 am and 8 pm, free pick-up and drop-off are available at any time, and the time is almost the same. If there is more deviation, 50 Malaysian ringgits will be charged each time, but it is safe and the vehicle is in good condition, so it is worth it.
4. The restaurant can arrange for the processing of seafood, and the vehicle will be sent to buy, then picked up, and then processed. The taste of the seafood is very good, not worse than the pier restaurant. The processing fee is also transparent and fair.
5. I felt unwell one day, and I arranged a vehicle to take me to buy medicine in time. I came back and made a vegetable noodle soup with eggs as required. It was very comfortable to eat. Although it was a little expensive, I was grateful. See the attached picture 55 Malaysian ringgit.
6. I feel that the hotel is a group hotel, which is quite powerful. The restaurant is very large and equipped with five vans. I heard that there are more and bigger plans in the future. There are also many service staff and their attitude is also good.
Here are some of the shortcomings I encountered:
1. The hotel confirmed the order by email, and the name and date were sent incorrectly. I contacted by email twice later, but no one responded. At present, the Malaysian customs is friendly to Chinese people and has not checked.
2. You need to contact in advance for airport pick-up. Please remind me in the reply email and clearly provide contact information, preferably WeChat account.
3. Set a fixed WeChat number for the service butler. There are five butlers in the service group. I really don’t know who to contact if there is a problem.
4. The bath towels were changed twice during the five-day stay. During the period, I asked to clean the floor, but it was never cleaned.
5. During the period, there was one time when a vehicle was needed to pick up the car, and the waiting time was as long as 70 minutes. During the period, the reason was not informed in time. I stood at the door of KFC for 50 minutes. If I had informed you in time, I could have taken a rest nearby.
6. The hotel is still a little far from the pier and town, but the shuttle service compensates for it. However, the price is still slightly high, the price is the same as the Sheraton Hotel in Kuala Lumpur, and the cost performance is not very good.
Personal experience and opinions, for reference only.
It is still worth recommending after overall improvement.
GGuest UserIt was my first time to experience a water house. The slide went directly into the sea. It was very interesting.
Service: The hotel's arrangements are in place and they can help you solve any problems you have. We booked a charter boat for snorkeling for two people. The instructor is also very professional and will dive to the bottom of the sea to help you catch the fish from the bottom of the sea.
Facilities: As soon as I entered the room, I couldn't wait to experience the slide. At first, I was worried that I would sink into the sea if I slid down. There are life jackets at the front desk, so there is no need to worry.
Free dinner: The dishes are very rich, the chicken is very tender, the crabs are also very fresh, there is crab roe in it, you can’t get enough of the shrimps
BBunga Damia TanSupposely they provide telephone in every room .. having difficulties to reach their receptionist .. This our 2nd time check in there ... no slipper in room. .. little bit disappointed with cleanliness of the room and under expectation their breakfast 🤭🤭
AAlaaxingIt was my first time to go to Semporna. It was widely rumored online that all the hotels in the town were not satisfactory, so I could only book a newer hotel on Ctrip. Who knew that I was pleasantly surprised after checking in. The room was very large and spacious, the linens were very clean, and the facilities were very new, especially the large floor-to-ceiling windows. I could see the sea view while lying on the tatami, which I liked very much. The boss was Chinese and very nice. He helped me choose the appropriate island hopping route and introduced the precautions in the town. If I walked too far, I could ask him to pick me up by car. The breakfast was also OK. At least there were coffee, drinks, hot water, porridge, poached eggs, fried rice, fried noodles, fried vegetables, bread, and fruit. I had no problem eating enough. It was recommended to add some pickles to the porridge and jam on the bread. In addition, a horizontal bar was added in the wardrobe to facilitate hanging clothes. Overall, the hotel stay experience was quite good.
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