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Sabah Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated June, 2025) | Trip.com

About Sabah

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

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Trip.Best: Sabah

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Popular Destinations

Semporna

Semporna

Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Mabul Island

Mabul Island

Sipadan

Sipadan

Things to do in Sabah

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Sabah? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Kapalai

Kapalai

4.7/5497 Reviews
"Diving"
Tanjung Aru Beach

Tanjung Aru Beach

4.8/52,222 Reviews
"Night Attractions"
Mabul Island

Mabul Island

4.8/5517 Reviews
"Diving"
Mengalum Island

Mengalum Island

4.6/5573 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu

4.5/51,696 Reviews
"Night Attractions"
Manukan Island

Manukan Island

4.6/5262 Reviews
"Diving"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park

4.6/5393 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Gaya Street

Gaya Street

4.5/5556 Reviews
Mari Mari Cultural Village

Mari Mari Cultural Village

4.6/586 Reviews
Sipadan Island

Sipadan Island

4.8/5204 Reviews
"Diving"
Mamutik Island

Mamutik Island

4.6/5153 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping and campsites"
Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

4.7/597 Reviews
"Farms and pastures"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Sabah, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Seafest REGENCY

Seafest REGENCY

4.1/594 Reviews
Near Airport K Avenue Family Room

Near Airport K Avenue Family Room

4.1/5254 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

4.5/51,173 Reviews
SKY Water Villas

SKY Water Villas

4.2/5190 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

4.5/5721 Reviews
Banyan Tree Villa Hotel

Banyan Tree Villa Hotel

4.0/5229 Reviews
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.2/5407 Reviews
Perfect Forest Eco-Resort

Perfect Forest Eco-Resort

4.5/5270 Reviews
Marco Polo Hotel - Tawau

Marco Polo Hotel - Tawau

4.0/5742 Reviews
MONAlisa Guest House

MONAlisa Guest House

4.1/5243 Reviews
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

4.4/5227 Reviews
Seaview Jesselton Quay Near Suria Sabah, Gaya Street

Seaview Jesselton Quay Near Suria Sabah, Gaya Street

4.8/5665 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Sabah dishes and foodie spots.
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Seng Hing Coffee Shop

Seng Hing Coffee Shop

4.7/522 Reviews
Avg. AUD4/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar

4.4/563 Reviews
Avg. AUD46/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa

Yee Fung Laksa

4.6/5585 Reviews
Avg. AUD5/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar

Sky Blu Bar

4.0/516 Reviews
Avg. AUD32/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's

Ferdinand's

4.3/513 Reviews
Avg. AUD63/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

4.7/5217 Reviews
Avg. AUD35/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant

Welcome Seafood Restaurant

4.6/51,163 Reviews
Avg. AUD37/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

4.5/5334 Reviews
Avg. AUD10/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

4.3/510 Reviews
Avg. AUD24/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

4.6/5499 Reviews
Avg. AUD8/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital

Little Italy @ Capital

4.7/586 Reviews
Avg. AUD19/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
FIVE SAILS

FIVE SAILS

4.0/521 Reviews
Avg. AUD35/person
"Buffets"
"Sea view"

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Popular Types of Attractions in Sabah
Popular Attractions in Sabah
Tanjung Aru Beach  |  Mengalum Island  |  Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu  |  Sipadan Island  |  Sipadan Mangrove Resort  |  Tawau Hills Park  |  Lankayan Island  |  Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)  |  Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre  |  Kapalai  |  Semporna Ocean Center  |  Timba Timba Island  |  Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu  |  Rumah terbalik  |  University Malaysia Sabah Mosque  |  Tanjung Aru Beach  |  Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu  |  Gaya Street  |  Tanjung Aru Beach  |  Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu  |  Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park  |  Danum Valley Conservation Area  |  Tabin Wildlife Reserve  |  Kapalai  |  Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle  |  Paraglider  |  Mount Kinabalu  |  Skymirror Mangrove  |  Tanjung Aru Beach  |  Bongawan Wetland
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Popular Restaurants in Sabah
Seng Hing Coffee Shop  |  Ferdinand's  |  Sky Blu Bar  |  Yee Fung Laksa  |  Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant  |  Welcome Seafood Restaurant  |  Nagisa Japanese Restaurant  |  Diner  |  Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh  |  Kah Hiong Ngiu Chap  |  Little Italy @ Capital  |  Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant  |  FIVE SAILS  |  Restoran Sri Melaka  |  5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork  |  Sri Tanjung Seafood Restaurant  |  Cafe TATU at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa - Kota Kinabalu  |  Restoran Jeti  |  GRAZIE Restaurant  |  Beyond Veggie  |  Kohinoor North Indian Restaurant  |  Peppermint The Vietnamese Restaurant  |  Shang Palace  |  Alu-Alu Kitchen  |  Nook Cafe  |  Anjung Lepa  |  Wiya Chicken Rice  |  XING WANG HAI XIAN LOU  |  Omakase  |  AL FRESCO
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