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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)
Sabah Local Experiences Map
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Top 4 Luxury Hotels in Sabah
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Popular Destinations
Semporna
Kota Kinabalu
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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
4.7
/5
497 Reviews
"Diving"
Tanjung Aru Beach
4.8
/5
2,222 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mengalum Island
4.6
/5
573 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Mabul Island
4.8
/5
517 Reviews
"Diving"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
4.5
/5
1,696 Reviews
"Night view"
Manukan Island
4.6
/5
262 Reviews
"Diving"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
4.6
/5
393 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Gaya Street
4.5
/5
556 Reviews
Mari Mari Cultural Village
4.6
/5
86 Reviews
Mamutik Island
4.6
/5
153 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping and campsites"
Sipadan Island
4.8
/5
204 Reviews
"Diving"
Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle
4.7
/5
97 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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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
4.4
/5
651 Reviews
Seafest REGENCY
4.1
/5
115 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
4.5
/5
1,215 Reviews
Sento Hotel
4.1
/5
178 Reviews
Palm Lake Resort
4.6
/5
183 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
4.5
/5
742 Reviews
Perfect Forest Eco-Resort
4.4
/5
273 Reviews
Vista Hotel
4.4
/5
90 Reviews
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.1
/5
1,327 Reviews
Marco Polo Hotel - Tawau
4.0
/5
740 Reviews
Tune Hotel - 1Borneo Kota Kinabalu
4.1
/5
670 Reviews
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
4.2
/5
159 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
4.7
/5
22 Reviews
Avg. AUD4/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar
4.4
/5
64 Reviews
Avg. AUD46/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa
4.6
/5
586 Reviews
Avg. AUD5/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar
16 Reviews
Avg. AUD32/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's
4.4
/5
14 Reviews
Avg. AUD63/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant
4.7
/5
217 Reviews
Avg. AUD35/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant
4.6
/5
1,163 Reviews
Avg. AUD37/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant
4.5
/5
334 Reviews
Avg. AUD10/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant
4.3
/5
10 Reviews
Avg. AUD24/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh
4.6
/5
499 Reviews
Avg. AUD8/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital
4.7
/5
86 Reviews
Avg. AUD19/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
FIVE SAILS
4.0
/5
21 Reviews
Avg. AUD35/person
"Buffets"
"Sea view"
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Best of Sabah
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Sipadan-Mabul Resort
8.8
/5
27 Reviews
Arcadia Beach Resort
8.1
/5
19 Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
9.4
/5
1,269 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
8.8
/5
1,285 Reviews
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
9.0
/5
1,423 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
9.1
/5
742 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
9.1
/5
1,215 Reviews
Together Palm Resort
8.6
/5
147 Reviews
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The Luma Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
9.1
/5
647 Reviews
Grandis Hotel Kota Kinabalu
8.9
/5
511 Reviews
Sea Star Resort Semporna
8.7
/5
78 Reviews
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
8.8
/5
143 Reviews
Mataking Reef Resort
8.5
/5
5 Reviews
Santiri Island Resort
9.2
/5
123 Reviews
Jelly Sea Resort
8.9
/5
184 Reviews
Perfect Forest Eco-Resort
8.9
/5
273 Reviews
Together 2 Holiday Resort
8.3
/5
88 Reviews
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Popular Types of Attractions in Sabah
Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Beaches and shores
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Mountain climbing
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Historical attractions
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Leisure activities
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Cultural institutions
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Sightseeing tours
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Outdoor activities
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Cycling
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Sabah
Tanjung Aru Beach
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Mengalum Island
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Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
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Popular Restaurants in Sabah
Seng Hing Coffee Shop
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Ferdinand's
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Sky Blu Bar
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Yee Fung Laksa
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Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant
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Welcome Seafood Restaurant
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Nagisa Japanese Restaurant
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Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh
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Diner
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Little Italy @ Capital
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Restoran Jeti
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Beyond Veggie
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Cafe TATU at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa - Kota Kinabalu
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GRAZIE Restaurant
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Kohinoor North Indian Restaurant
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Peppermint The Vietnamese Restaurant
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Shang Palace
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Alu-Alu Kitchen
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Anjung Lepa
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Nook Cafe
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Restoran Sri Melaka
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5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork
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Wiya Chicken Rice
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Fat Mom's Restaurant
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AL FRESCO
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5 Star Nasi Hainan Ayam & BBQ
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