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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 May 2025) | Trip.com

About Sabah

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

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Popular Destinations

Semporna

Semporna

Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Mabul Island

Mabul Island

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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
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mabul Island

Mabul Island

4.8/5517 Reviews
"Diving"
Mengalum Island

Mengalum Island

4.6/5573 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
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
Sapi Island

Sapi Island

4.7/5320 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Sipadan Island

Sipadan Island

4.8/5204 Reviews
"Diving"
Mamutik Island

Mamutik Island

4.6/5153 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping · Campsites"

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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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

4.5/51,143 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

4.5/5688 Reviews
Banyan Tree Villa Hotel

Banyan Tree Villa Hotel

4.1/5226 Reviews
Bohey Dulang Resort

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Sabah Hotel

Sabah Hotel

4.5/5172 Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

4.7/51,198 Reviews
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

4.2/530 Reviews
Pacific Inn, Semporna

Pacific Inn, Semporna

3.4/5196 Reviews
K Hotel

K Hotel

4.2/591 Reviews
Treeline Urban Inn

Treeline Urban Inn

4.0/5120 Reviews
Hotel 17

Hotel 17

3.5/554 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

4.4/562 Reviews
Avg. AUD46/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa

Yee Fung Laksa

4.6/5582 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

4.6/51,161 Reviews
Avg. AUD37/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

4.5/5333 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

4.8/586 Reviews
Avg. AUD19/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
Fook Yuen Gaya Street

Fook Yuen Gaya Street

4.7/5232 Reviews
Avg. AUD4/person
"Southeast Asian"

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