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Recommended hotels in Borneo

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1. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is AED 512
AED 562 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

2. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and the restaurant was lovely too."
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
The price is AED 263
AED 295 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Ormond Sandakan
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent central tower and a rooftop swimming pool.

3. Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak

Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
4.0 star property
Pontianak
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great service great food"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 151
AED 183 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
A resort with multiple buildings, a central pool area, and a beach.

4. The Empire Brunei

The Empire Brunei
5.0 star property
Jerudong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (618 reviews)
"Great"
Japan
RIE
The price is AED 909
AED 1,003 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Empire Brunei
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a marble facade, multiple balconies, and a series of air conditioning units.

5. d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan

d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan
2.5 star property
Balikpapan
The price is AED 74
AED 91 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
d'primahotel Bandar Balikpapan
A modern building with a curved facade and a parking lot with several cars.

6. Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching

Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching
3.0 star property
Kuching
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"The airport shuttle was very convenient, and staff are very kind and helpful. Breakfast had a lot of options and I enjoyed it. "
Japan
Hikari
The price is AED 245
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching
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7. Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran

Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran
2.0 star property
Sampit
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
The price is AED 9
AED 11 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.

8. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (387 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United Kingdom
Holly
The price is AED 316
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A modern building with a clean, minimalist design, featuring a long driveway lined with palm trees and well-maintained landscaping.

9. Mercure Berau

Mercure Berau
4.0 star property
Tanjung Redeb
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean, quiet frendly staff food was very good "
Australia
Troy
The price is AED 132
AED 160 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Mercure Berau
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a circular structure, and a reflection in the water.

10. Swiss-Belhotel Balikpapan

Swiss-Belhotel Balikpapan
4.0 star property
Balikpapan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"Room was comfortable, view of the ocean nice. Shower good. Food was good, except in the morning, the breakfast buffet was not ready at 6 am, no warm food."
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 118
AED 144 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Swiss-Belhotel Balikpapan
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

11. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
3.5 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (170 reviews)
"Room was clean and spacious, a short grab ride from town. Staff were friendly, breakfast was good."
United Kingdom
Lucy
The price is AED 206
AED 252 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Livingston Hotel
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent 'VOCO' sign, and a well-lit entrance area.

12. Voco Kuching by IHG

Voco Kuching by IHG
4.5 star property
Kuching
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Bilik & kemudahan bersih. Proces pendaftaran masuk agak lambat walaupun tidak ramai orang."
Malaysia
Jesselina
The price is AED 305
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Voco Kuching by IHG
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Radisson' sign.

13. Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
4.0 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (732 reviews)
"Great staff and awesome service!"
United States
Florencia Isabel Padilla
The price is AED 390
AED 429 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
A modern building with large windows and a prominent entrance.

14. The Brunei Hotel

The Brunei Hotel
3.0 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (372 reviews)
"This is a great hotel, one of the best ones I have ever stayed at. "
Canada
Jose
The price is AED 312
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Brunei Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign, a rooftop bar, and a parking lot.

15. HARRIS Hotel Samarinda

HARRIS Hotel Samarinda
3.5 star property
Samarinda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"One of my favorite places to stay in Samarinda. (Truly)"
United States
Jan
The price is AED 117
AED 141 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
HARRIS Hotel Samarinda
A building with a central entrance, surrounded by greenery and a stone facade.

16. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is AED 696
AED 830 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A hotel sign with the name "LEX hotel" and a geometric pattern on the sides.

17. LEX HOTEL BANJARMASIN BY EXCELSIOR

LEX HOTEL BANJARMASIN BY EXCELSIOR
3.0 star property
Banjarmasin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AED 63
AED 77 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
LEX HOTEL BANJARMASIN BY EXCELSIOR
A modern building with a geometric facade, multiple flags, and a sign indicating 'KELUAR OUT'.

18. The Capital Residence Suites

The Capital Residence Suites
3.5 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (629 reviews)
"Great location and the staff were helpful and friendly"
Taiwan
Etosha
The price is AED 136
AED 165 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Capital Residence Suites
A modern hotel with a curved facade, a prominent 'FUGO' sign, and a view of the surrounding urban area.

19. FUGO Hotel Samarinda (Bigmall)

FUGO Hotel Samarinda (Bigmall)
4.0 star property
Samarinda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, staff and location. Only negative, parking was free but on departure we were charged by the car park attendant who said it wasn’t included. We have requested a refund on this. This did slightly disappoint was was a fabulous stay otherwise."
United Kingdom
DB
The price is AED 210
AED 254 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
FUGO Hotel Samarinda (Bigmall)
A high-rise hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Pullman" sign.

20. Pullman Miri Waterfront

Pullman Miri Waterfront
4.5 star property
Miri
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (649 reviews)
"All awesome for business traveller"
Malaysia
AZLAN
The price is AED 235
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Pullman Miri Waterfront
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Top Borneo Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

10/10 Excellent
"Good job. Clean room and helpful staff"
Christian Francis 4-night trip
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Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

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