City: Sabah
Top Things to do in Sabah
Top Hotels in Sabah
- 1. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- 2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- 3. Hotel Grandis
- 4. The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbor Resort
- 5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu
- 6. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
- 7. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
- 8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
- 9. The Magellan Sutera Resort
- 10. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabulu
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Things to do in Sabah, Malaysia: The Best Islands
Sabah (Malay pronunciation: [saˈbah]) is a state of Malaysia located on the northern portion of Borneo Island. Sabah has land borders with the Malaysian state of Sarawak to the southwest, and Indonesia's Kalimantan region to the south. The Federal Territory of Labuan is an island just off the Sabah coast. Sabah shares maritime borders with Vietnam in the west and the Philippines to the north and east. Kota Kinabalu is the capital city, the economic centre of the state and the seat of the Sabah state government. Other major towns in Sabah include Sandakan and Tawau. As of the 2015 census in Malaysia, the state's population is 3,543,500. Sabah has an equatorial climate with tropical rainforests and abundant animal and plant species. The state has long mountain ranges on the west side which form part of the Crocker Range National Park. Kinabatangan River, second longest river in Malaysia runs through Sabah and Mount Kinabalu is the highest point of Sabah as well as of Malaysia.
Restaurants in Sabah
1. Lankayan island
2. Bohey Dulang Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By NishaJha - Mumbai, India
I liked the view from the top. It's out of the world kind of view. The 650 metre steep hike is a bit difficult but 100% worth it. If not for anything else, Bohey Dulang island should be visited for spectacular views. The breath-taking view of a circular coral reef fringe which is actually a sea-filled volcanic crater. The island has some interesting mythological stories about it. :) There are many other things to do here such as snorkeling, diving, bird watching etc. Good for a day trip. Tip: Wear good hiking shoe.
3. Tun Sakaran Marine Park
4. Mataking Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By searching7 - London, United Kingdom
We arrived on this beautiful island 7 days ago,as the boat pulls up at the jetty you are struck by the crystal clear turquoise blue sea and white sandy beach which surrounds the resort stunning the welcoming committee were wonderful . Unfortunately for them but very fortunately for us the covid 19 has seen them lose all their Chinese guests which meant for the first day there were 10 of us but then there was only 4 at a resort than has the capacity for 200 guests. We were truly spoilt particularly by the restaurant staff the service, room, food and facilities were absolutely amazing. Our original booking was for 4 nights and then move to a different island but it was so wonderful we extended for the final 3 nights of our trip. We booked making for the diving and we were not disappointed. All thetrips we went on were awesome and each one was different we completed 17 dives in total the best being Sipidan island which was unbelievable, barracuda, Jack fish, sharks turtles bunp head bird fish in huge numbers. The equipment, boats and above all the dive guides and their support team were the best we have experienced. We also made use of the spa and our ladies made us feel completely relaxed, scrubbed and chilled. Excellent massage. The fishing trip we went on at short notice saw us catch a bucket full of fish which the chef cooked for our final meal . This resort needs more western guests in order to survive if you want a little piece of paradise, amazing weather, beaches, scuba diving then go to matakng island .
5. Pulau Rusukan Besar
6. Dinawan Island
7. Manukan Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,085 reviews
Reviewed By allancb1987 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
After visiting Sapi Island, a 5 minute boat ride to Manukan Island is a dream. Nearly 3 times the size of Sapi, it boasts a stunning flora, fauna and marine life, with a colorful array of fish species to view while snorkeling or diving out at sea, an amazing 1.5km hiking trail through to Sunset Point (not to miss as it’s been said one of the best sunset points in Malaysia), and relaxing accommodation options and food options to choose. Well worth a quick travel from the mainland at only 30 ringgit.
8. Pulau Papan
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By JiggeeJon - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Fun little island off the coast of Labuan's waterfront that allows one to unwind amidst the sun, surf and beach. Camp on the beach, hike to the lighthouse, throw a frisbee, snorkel just off the shoreline, have a drink at the beach bar or spend a night at one of the chalets available, in a simple nomadic beachbum setting and you won't be disappointed!
9. Mamutik Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 892 reviews
Reviewed By D6972AKlindaw - Bristol, United Kingdom
Lovely and a bit quieter than the other islands off KK. Nice beach looking across at Tanjung Aru and the hills behind KK
