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.
Starz Water Village: A Paradise by the Water
Nestled in a picturesque location, Starz Water Village is a haven of tranquility and luxury, offering a unique and unforgettable stay experience for all guests.
Location and Surroundings
Our hotel is strategically situated by the water, surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Whether it's the gentle lapping of the waves against the shore or the beautiful sunsets reflecting on the water, every moment here is a visual treat. The nearby areas are filled with charming local attractions, from quaint fishing villages to vibrant markets, providing ample opportunities for exploration and discovery.
Accommodation
At Starz Water Village, we take pride in our diverse range of accommodation options. Our rooms and suites are tastefully decorated, combining modern comfort with a touch of local charm. Each unit is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, including plush bedding, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a private balcony or terrace offering breathtaking views of the water or the lush gardens. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with family, we have the perfect space to suit your needs.
Dining Experience
Indulge your taste buds at our on-site restaurants. Our culinary team is dedicated to creating a mouthwatering array of dishes, featuring both local specialties and international favorites. Using only the freshest ingredients sourced from local markets, every meal at Starz Water Village is a celebration of flavors. Enjoy your meal while overlooking the water, creating a dining experience that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Service and Hospitality
What truly sets us apart is our commitment to providing exceptional service and warm hospitality. Our friendly and attentive staff are always on hand to cater to your every need, ensuring that your stay at Starz Water Village is nothing short of perfect. From the moment you arrive until the time you depart, we strive to make your experience with us memorable and enjoyable.
Come and experience the magic of Starz Water Village for yourself. Book your stay with us today and let us create unforgettable memories for you.
GGuest User2025.05.19
About check-in and reception: After the shuttle arrives, the staff will take you to the reception desk, and you can quickly get the key to your room and check in directly. Almost all the people here are Chinese, and the atmosphere of the resort is relatively comfortable. Even when it is full, it will not feel crowded at all. About meals: Three meals a day are in the form of buffets. Basically, you can eat fresh crabs at every meal, and there will be some snacks in the afternoon~
Free unlimited snorkeling (accompanied by staff): As long as you are a guest of the resort, you can snorkel unlimited times. Equipment and coach companions will be provided here
Free round-trip boat transfer service (reservation required in advance): I am lucky. It only takes more than 20 minutes from the town to the resort. It is more friendly to me, because if you sit for too long, your ears will really buzz. Of course, this is related to the weather and sea area of the day. It is just a reference.
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!
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Located in Semporna, Ru Jia Hai She Hotel is a 1-minute drive from Semporna Mosque and 6 minutes from Tropical Research and Conservation Centre. This hotel is 6.1 mi (9.9 km) from Bukit Tengkorak and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Limau Limau.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a reception hall.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
AAnonymous User2024.09.27
This hotel is located in Semporna town. It is a two-story hotel. It is easy to find and the front desk service is very good.
Living here, there is a very large seafood market not far downstairs, and a large supermarket across the road, which is very convenient for shopping.
There is a balcony kitchen in the hotel, where you can cook by yourself, which is very convenient. I will stay here again next time.
With a stay at Borneo Divers Mabul Resort in Mabul Island, you'll be on the beach and within the region of Kapalai Island and Tun Sakaran Marine Park.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
You can enjoy a meal at Dining Hall serving the guests of Borneo Divers Mabul Resort, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
GGuest User2024.07.23
I am a family of three, and I brought two little girls from my relatives. I booked a standard room and a triple room. The triple room is actually the kind with an extra bed. The price is more than 4,500 per night, which is actually a bit expensive, but there was no way to communicate when booking, so I had to book it this way. From email communication to airport pick-up to the final airport drop-off, it was actually very smooth, which shows that the tourism service of this route is very mature. If Chinese people want to travel to the island of Semporna, they can rest assured. It takes less than an hour by boat from Semporna Pier. After arriving, we are taken to the restaurant for lunch. There are not many varieties of three meals a day, and they are relatively simple. The service staff are very friendly. Outside the wall of the standard room we stayed in is the house of local residents. As long as you stand on the plank road from the pier to the hotel for a while, there will be local people rowing boats to sell seafood and coconuts to sell. Many Chinese tourists will buy seafood to the restaurant for processing. It is very interesting to bargain, which is also an experience. There are also local children playing on the beach, but some will ask tourists for money, and some are very simple. I bravely entered the village and walked around. It was really dirty and smelly, haha! There are also very famous water houses on the island, but they are not together with this resort. You have to walk a little bit, and there is a fee to enter. Let's talk about the sea next to the resort. It is really beautiful. Although the beach is very dirty and there are all kinds of garbage, the sea is really beautiful. You can see the clear bottom by the beach. There are starfish, corals, various small fish, and a veritable jelly sea. We did not sign up for a sea tour to other places. We asked and it was about 65 Malaysian ringgits per person. We stayed for 2 days. We snorkeled at the pier of the resort. The staff was very good. We said we wanted to see turtles, so we dragged a lifebuoy to take us to the place where we could see sea ghosts (actually the water house). To be honest, the quality of tourism practitioners is much better than that of our country. If you don't have high requirements, or are a beginner snorkeler, snorkeling at the pier is actually enough. It doesn't matter if you can't swim. Life jackets, lifebuoys, and responsible staff will satisfy your yearning for colorful underwater time.
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GGuest User2024.06.30
Place is well maintained. Overall clean and nice
The staff and the owner are kind
The place if you stay is in 2nd story, if you have heavy bag it could be a nightmare.
The power outlet is not 220v so u need your converter. The lights are a bit too dim for my taste
Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at SKY Resort Timbun Mata & Reef, Semporna.During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at resort to enhance your experience. Concerned about your dining preferences? Fret not! SKY Resort Timbun Mata & Reef, Semporna offers an assortment of culinary varieties featuring halal choices, catering to all tastes. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the karaoke rooms. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at SKY Resort Timbun Mata & Reef, Semporna. Treat and spoil yourself by taking a trip to spa.
GGuest User2025.08.01
”Semporna Waterfront Resort is a dreamlike destination that captivates the soul! Waking up in the morning, I opened the window to a breathtaking sapphire-clear water, so clear that I could see the swaying corals on the seabed. This breathtaking blue, contrasting with the lush green mountains, creates a breathtakingly beautiful painting. Most captivating here isn't just the breathtaking natural scenery, but the impeccable service—from the minty welcome drink upon entering the lobby to the stunningly creative cuisine in the restaurant, every detail showcases meticulous attention. Special mention must go to the smiling staff, who seemed to anticipate our needs like a telepath. They not only accompanied us throughout our entire trip, but also used their professional photography skills to capture countless cherished moments under the azure sea and sky. This trip not only feasted my eyes on the world's most beautiful scenery, but also deeply moved my heart. This resort is definitely my top recommendation for any traveler who values quality of life!”
Located in Semporna, Wing Tat Grand Hotel is a 1-minute drive from Semporna Mosque and 6 minutes from Tropical Research and Conservation Centre. This hotel is 6 mi (9.6 km) from Bukit Tengkorak and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Limau Limau.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
Make yourself at home in one of the 84 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include desks, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
XXiaojing2024.11.20
The hotel is very convenient. There are convenience stores and restaurants next door. The hotel can pick you up for travel. The hygiene is not as bad as it is said on the Internet. I think it is okay. Breakfast includes porridge, fried noodles, eggs, and some side dishes. A very satisfactory stay
Sea Star Resort Semporna provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors.Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. To facilitate your arrival and departure, you can pre-book airport transfer services prior to checking in. The resort offers reception amenities including express check-in or check-out and luggage storage to ensure a comfortable stay for guests.Whether you're here for an extended stay or simply require fresh garments, the resort ensures your cherished travel attire remains spotless and accessible with the convenience of laundry service located on the premises.The resort's daily housekeeping ensures an excellent option for your stay. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire resort. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience.To ensure a pleasant stay, a selection of rooms at resort come furnished with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning, all designed with your ease in mind.Several chosen accommodations at Sea Star Resort Semporna have a balcony or terrace incorporated into the room design.Within specific rooms, a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar is conveniently available for your use. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, resort offers a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels within a few chosen chambers. Start your day stress-free at Sea Star Resort Semporna as breakfast is made available for you on the premises.How about kicking off each day of your getaway with a delicious cup of coffee? At the resort, relish in the invigorating taste of a freshly brewed, excellent coffee. Various excellent meal offerings at resort ensure that enticing and easily accessible options are constantly available. Upon your arrival, don't miss experiencing bar for enjoyable in-house evening entertainment.
AAnonymous User2024.10.05
Hotel staff decorated our room for anniversary celebration. Super thoughtful of them. They have different equipments for snorkelling and paddle board for free. Food is great. We had salted egg prawns for one night and steamed prawn with eggs the other night. Some hairs on the bedsheets though... Otherwise the room is very clean. Great air conditioner. There's tour for island visiting and jumping. We joined one for Timba Timba beach, MataKing Island and Pom Pom island. Dived twice and snorkelling for three times. Time well spent with skillful coach and complimentary underwater video taping and photo taking.
Bohey Dulang Resort, the first and only resort on Bohey Dulang Island, a luxurious escape nestled in the heart of the Semporna Archipelago. Just a short 45-minute boat ride from the mainland, this eco-friendly retreat offers an extraordinary blend of adventure and relaxation. Once part of an ancient volcanic crater, the island’s unique landscape and turquoise lagoon create an unforgettable setting for your stay.
Bohey Dulang Resort features elegant overwater bungalows with panoramic views of the Celebes Sea, providing the ultimate haven for divers and leisure travellers alike. Enjoy world-class diving at renowned dive sites like Sipadan and Mabul, or explore Sabah’s vibrant underwater ecosystem with house reef snorkelling, guided dives, and thrilling night dives. Non-divers can enjoy add-on activities like ocean kayaking, island hopping, or the iconic Bohey Dulang summit hike (at own expense), offering breathtaking views of the lagoon below.
GGuest User2025.08.01
This is the only hotel on Pearl Island, and since we visited during the off-season, there were only two people in the entire hotel. After placing the reservation, the hotel emailed us the boat dock, and we called to confirm our itinerary. We asked several people, but they couldn't clearly explain the dock's location. We went to the wrong dock that morning, and immediately asked again, fearing we'd miss the boat pick-up time. We had originally planned to stay at this hotel so we could hike in the nearby National Forest Park, especially from the top of the mountain overlooking Pearl Island. The day before, we contacted the front desk, and they said we'd book the boat the next morning and pay the boat and guide fees separately. The next day, they told us there were no boats to the National Forest Park, which was a bit disappointing. The hotel is certainly nice, with a balcony overlooking the ocean. Starfish and small fish were clearly visible on the seabed below our room. However, snorkeling requires walking to the other end of the hotel, and you need to be careful when descending the steps to the diving area. The water is cool and there are a variety of small fish and starfish. We even saw a sea turtle on the way to dinner. The meals, while free, were mediocre.
Overall, the service is lacking and needs improvement.
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