The Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort offers a pleasant stay in Semporna for those traveling for business or leisure. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. This hotel is a popular accommodation for guests traveling with families.
GGuest User2023.01.31
Kapalai has amazing view and the white sand with crystal clear water is just very attractive. The rooms is nice but can be better in sealing the gap or holes to contain aircond in room. I feel like we are wasting the energy. The bed room is very big but there ar many empty space which can do better interior design to make it looks more luxury and home feeling. The check in process is quite slow and the information is not fully given or accurate. I remember the guy who brief us name Izzam, he did asked our flight time and departure time from the hotel back to Sempurna. And he even told us that our departure time should be 11.30am since our flight is 16.10pm. But the next day when we approach the reception to double check again. The receptionist told us that day was only 1.30pm departure. No one told them 11.30pm has any departure. And then we tried to tell them all details and some hassle happend. Fortunately they manage to arrange boat for us to depart on 11.30pm. If not we are going to missed our flight. So, to all who wanted to stay in Kapalai pls double check with the reception for ur departure time. Other than this small incident the trip was fun... Will be back again.
Opened in 2023, the Santiri Island Resort is a great accommodation choice in Semporna. The hotel is approximately 48km away from Tawau Airport. Tawau Airport is the closest option for those who prefer to fly, approximately 48km away. This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. According to our guests, the location of this hotel is one of the best around.
Aahlam882024.05.03
We loved our stay here at Santiri Island Resort. We celebrated our 10th year wedding anniversary and it lived up to our expectation. The resort was beautiful, it was small and intimate and not many rooms, which we enjoy because it limits the crowd on the island. It really felt like we had the island to ourselves. The picture doesn't do its justice. You need to go there to see it for yourself. The resort is unique as it has a sandbank when it's low tide, good for pictures taking or taking a stroll. The food was delicious and you could also get them to cook your seafood that you buy from the sea gypsies. They will try their best to entertain your request. You can snorkel, kayak and paddleboard around the area. The corals are very nice here. The staff here was very helpful and friendly, I would like to thank Dato' (owner), Mandy and Sam and other staff for your hospitality. We Will definitely come back here!
Summer Holiday Semporna is offering accommodation in Semporna. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. The private bathroom is equipped with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units at the guest house feature air conditioning and a desk. The nearest airport is Tawau Airport, 77 km from Summer Holiday Semporna.
GGuest User2024.01.03
We did not expect such a small private property of hotel with this cheap price can provide so lovely and clean room , room is super clean , not very big but enough for 2 person and with all basic equipment that u need , simple breakfast and helpful staff , everything is good , will come back again if have chance .
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The room was very clean and tidy, with hot water. There was also a laundry room which was very convenient. The location was very good, very close to the tourist pier, which made it very convenient for us to island hop in the morning and come back.
The boss was very nice. I forgot my bag at the hotel, and the boss helped arrange a driver to bring it back.
Highly recommended!
GGuest User2024.06.15
The room was very clean and tidy, with hot water. There was also a laundry room which was very convenient. The location was very good, very close to the tourist pier, which made it very convenient for us to island hop in the morning and come back.
The boss was very nice. I forgot my bag at the hotel, and the boss helped arrange a driver to bring it back.
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Llynn2024.06.27
It was my first time to stay in a water house. I thought it was perfect. It was newly built and very comfortable. It was exactly what I wanted. The service staff were very shy and friendly. I was also very satisfied with the dinner. I woke up early in the morning and watched the sunrise. It was amazing. Looking forward to Anmei. When I went out for a walk at night, I could see many starfish and fish coming out, and small fish could also be seen in the room. It rained heavily when I fell asleep very late that night. The roof was made of iron sheets, and the sound of rain amplified. Many times, when it is windy and rainy, I will be a little scared and dare not sleep. At other times, it is perfect. I will choose the water house next time I come.
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In fact, water houses should be the yearning and dream of many people. There are various water houses in many countries around the world, but the one that is closer to China and has great water and scenery is probably Semporna. In the early years, everyone would say to go to Sabah, but now it is Semporna. Before going, I chose many water houses and read a lot of guides. Finally, I chose Lelebang Resort. After arriving, I found that it was absolutely worth the money.
First of all, in terms of service, there will be Chinese butlers on the island, so you won’t worry about language barriers. The butlers are always in a position where you can find them at any time. The black people on the island are also very simple and will take care of you when they see you, making you feel very safe
The environment on the island is even more amazing. This island has only been open for 9 months, so all the facilities are very new. There is a double bed, a single bed, and a double sofa in the room. This is the standard equipment of each room. The two lounge chairs on the balcony are particularly comfortable and leisurely
Your room fee covers all your consumption since you arrive on the island, including three meals a day and afternoon tea. Of course, if you want to drink some cold beer or drinks, you have to pay for it yourself But it is very cheap and affordable.
The island will go snorkeling twice a day in the morning and afternoon. It doesn’t matter if you can’t swim. There will be two black guys on the boat to escort you.
In general, it may not be as large as a large mature resort, but it is very quiet. There are only six rooms at present. The private space is very good and worth exploring and checking in.
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WWill_ChenI traveled alone and stayed here for 4 nights from 8/4 to 8/8.
**Environment:**
The resort is so amazing that I wish I could keep it a secret rather than share it with you. Located in the middle of the sea, with no other structures around, you can easily enjoy the sunrise, sunset, and the starry sky every day. During the daytime, you can participate in various water sports, and if you're lucky, you might spot a sea turtle at night.
**Food:**
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included when you book the hotel, so there’s no need to worry about meals. The resort offers seafood and local cuisine daily. Please note: Visitors should bring their own snacks and drinks before boarding the resort, as it only provides water, coffee, and tea.
**Facilities & Service:**
All the staff here will treat you kindly, even if there might be a language barrier (English is spoken here!). If you're afraid of swimming, the staff will accompany you while you're in the sea (life jackets are provided in each room). Each room also has a balcony with a lounge chair where you can relax, grab a beer, and do nothing but enjoy the soothing sea breeze.
You may not want to stay in the middle of nowhere like I did to escape from modern civilization, but I truly recommend staying at the resort for at least 2 nights. You'll definitely feel completely recharged!
Finally, I want to say that the view is so astonishing that I can hardly describe it with my limited English. You must visit this place yourself.
ZZhengqidaxiaaoluolaThe hotel is located relatively close to the city, but there are businesses around it, including a large supermarket. Food and drink are no problem. The hotel owner is very considerate and arranges pick-up from the pier. The mushroom house is very cute and the children like it very much. The night view is beautiful because of the lights. The hotel cats have also become children's toys, haha. It has a Super Mario theme, which is especially suitable for bringing children.
AAnonymous UserI don’t recommend choosing this hotel, the location is too remote. It is about 800 meters away from the lively area of the town and far away from convenience stores, laundries and restaurants, which is very inconvenient. Most dive shops are at the pier, about 1.2km away. It's not very far to walk there, but there are no sidewalks on the road and there are a lot of cars, so you have to walk in the mud next to the road, which makes it very dirty. There are also a lot of mosquitoes on the road.
The store has a car delivered to the pier every day, but the time and location are fixed. The dive shop I chose is not at the pier, so I didn't use it. I have seen several other hotels with similar prices before, some of which are more conveniently located and have in-room toilets.
The bathroom and toilet are shared and it is not convenient to go to the toilet at night. The toilet is quite dirty. The dirt on the toilet seat is so serious that it cannot be wiped off with paper towels. At the same time, there are many mosquitoes when going to the toilet. The water pressure in the shower is also very low, and there is no cold water if there are other people taking a shower nearby.
There is only one bed in the room and no other facilities. The hygiene situation is okay and the bed is relatively clean. There is a small balcony, but the balcony door is broken and cannot be opened. The only thing worth mentioning is that the bed is very comfortable, it seems to be a latex mattress.
In addition, my room was close to the outside and the window faced the road. People passing by the bus can see directly inside, and the noise is very loud. Every night I wear noise-canceling headphones to fall asleep.
GGuest UserThe hotel is very good. Overall, it is good. The boss can speak Chinese, communication is barrier-free, the service is also very good, the new swimming pool check-in is also very good, the environment is good, although it is in the suburbs, but the boss arranged the dock pick-up very conveniently. It is much better than the dock hotel I stayed the night before. The hotel at the dock is really hard to describe. I will book this hotel again next time. It is worth recommending.
Facilities: good
Hygiene: very clean
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Jjohn12193 bedrooms are available, 4 double beds and 1 single bed; can accommodate 7 people, the air conditioner and water heater are normal, the front desk will give you the air conditioner when you check in (deposit 100), and it will be refunded when you check out. Downstairs is the restaurant, and there are resident singers at night (until around 11 p.m.), which is a bit noisy. The microwave, oven, and water dispenser in the room can be used; the Gree air conditioner is very powerful? Will not feel hot. Yantai is very big, you can directly see the scenery downstairs, don't smoke in the room, you can smoke in Yantai. Fat Ma's seafood is so-so. It takes a few minutes to walk to Nanhai Fishing Village, where the price is very high. There will be a queue at mealtime. Note: the door of the hotel apartment is on the right side of Zhan Quanji by the sea. There are a bunch of children at the door who will help you carry things and ask for tips. Unless you really can’t carry them, don’t give a penny, because there will be a bunch of people around. In addition, the possibility of late check-out is not high.
GGuest UserWe were shocked and surprised when we arrived Ellys Home on 9 April. There is a Malay staff waiting for us at the entrance and he informed us our stay is changed to Paly Hotel (just next to Ellys Home). The staff passed us a call from the owner of Ellys Home. She said it is Trip.com error that the website still allow and confirm the booking even the Ellys Home is already fully booked. Therefore, she arranged for us the replacement at Paly Hotel.
Generally, Paly Hotel is good. However, it is better to update the travelers in advance for any changes (instead of informing only on that day on the spot). We have no choice to accept the change and this caused inconvenience to update our travel agency in last minute.
For this reason, I will not recommend others to make bookings via Trip.com.
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
RRyna Chay 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 🤭🤭
GGuest UserBooked this Inn2 because I couldn’t see any commitments on Sipadan Inn 3 or 1. It was okay for overnight. The first time I stayed there, it was a normal small room with window facing the street. However, when I checked in again a week later I got a room in the middle without window, even though I booked the same queen room. The location is not great, Inn 3 and 1 are at better spots in the small seafront town, easier to reach than Inn 2. Among the three, Inn 3 is the newest and, after a visit, I noticed it has better rooms with better facilities. Had WiFi in room at Inn 2, the bed was very basic and sheets not crispy clean, the shower was okay as well as the air conditioning. Semporna is a tiny town with most places within walking distance, though the narrow, car-lined streets are not that clean or tidy to walk through, especially if you carry luggage. From what I heard from other travelers, very basic facilities wherever you stay, so lower your expectations then probably all good.
DDyanaMWe back from island and booked Seafest hotel which located at the centre of Semporna town. Nearby to many facilities like restaurants and souvenir shops. Hotel has a swimming pool for kids to swim around. We have dinner at nearby seafood restaurant and the food is amazingly delicious. Thanks Seafest Hotel for the comfort stay for 3d2n.
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What's the average price of hotels near Kapalai this weekend?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Semporna Kapalai this weekend is €571. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, so the above price is for reference only.
What hotels near Kapalai offer breakfast?
A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Semporna Kapalai with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying Mabul Backpackers,Amina Holidays and Borneo Divers Mabul Resort .These hotels are very popular, so book early.
What's the average price per night of hotels near Kapalai?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Semporna Kapalai is €185. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, so the above price is for reference only.
Which hotels near Kapalai have free Wi-Fi?
Hotel internet access is especially important for independent travelers and business travelers. Mabul Backpackers and Borneo Divers Mabul Resort are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
Which hotels near Kapalai have gyms?
In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms. Borneo Divers Mabul Resort is popular hotel with a fitness room.
What hotels near Kapalai have non-smoking rooms?
Many customers are very particular about the quality of hotel rooms, especially the room's smell. Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort is a popular hotel with non-smoking rooms
If you're having trouble choosing a hotel, you might want to consider staying at Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort . This hotel is highly rated, so you should book early.
Which popular hotels near Kapalai have pools?
Many people travel to Semporna Kapalai for a family road trip during the summer or long holidays. Mabul Backpackers and Borneo Divers Mabul Resort are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.
What popular hotels near Kapalai have restaurants?
If you enjoy trying local food during your free travels, consider staying at Mabul Backpackers,Amina Holidays and Borneo Divers Mabul Resort . There are many famous restaurants around these hotels where you can taste local food.