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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 507
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A resort with multiple buildings, a central pool area, and a beach.

2. The Empire Brunei

The Empire Brunei
5.0 star property
Jerudong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"Great"
Japan
RIE
The price is AED 919
AED 1,014 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Empire Brunei
A modern building with a clean, minimalist design, featuring a long driveway lined with palm trees and well-maintained landscaping.

3. 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 137
AED 166 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mercure Berau
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

4. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and the restaurant was lovely too."
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
The price is AED 267
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ormond Sandakan
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, wardrobe, and a television.

5. The Gem Hotel Beaufort

The Gem Hotel Beaufort
3.0 star property
Beaufort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Helpful staff and a great location"
United Kingdom
David
The price is AED 115
AED 134 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Gem Hotel Beaufort
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6. 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 10 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent central tower and a rooftop swimming pool.

7. Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak

Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
4.0 star property
Pontianak
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great service great food"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AED 149
AED 180 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
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, (390 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with friendly staff and nice food. Amenities were great and would definitely stay here if in Sandakan again"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is AED 305
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Radisson' sign.

9. Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
4.0 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (736 reviews)
"We loved everything about this property from cleanliness to their service."
United States
Anam
The price is AED 394
AED 433 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
A modern building with a geometric facade, multiple flags, and a sign indicating 'KELUAR OUT'.

10. The Capital Residence Suites

The Capital Residence Suites
3.5 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (632 reviews)
"Great location and the staff were helpful and friendly"
Taiwan
Etosha
The price is AED 138
AED 166 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Capital Residence Suites
An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a marina, and a small island with a dock.

11. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 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 587
AED 701 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Magnificent Hotel. The best Holiday brand has to offer in my opinion. This location was excellent and wonderful staff."
Singapore
David
The price is AED 321
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Voco Kuching by IHG
A modern hotel with a unique architectural design, featuring a prominent staircase and large windows.

13. Mercure Miri City Centre

Mercure Miri City Centre
4.0 star property
Miri
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (58 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
Singapore
Noor Zawani
The price is AED 178
AED 201 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mercure Miri City Centre
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'd'aria hotel' sign.

14. d'primahotel Balikpapan City Center

d'primahotel Balikpapan City Center
3.0 star property
Balikpapan
The price is AED 107
AED 130 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
d'primahotel Balikpapan City Center
A hotel with a sign listing amenities including rooms, meeting rooms, a coffee shop, lounge, billiard & cafe, swimming pool, fitness center & spa, and free wifi.

15. Aston Tanjung City Hotel

Aston Tanjung City Hotel
3.5 star property
Murungpudak
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Utk sarapannya termasuk banyak pilihan dari western,Asia ,tradisional Indonesia bahkan makanan Lokal setempat. Rasanya pun cukup enak Kolam renangnya luas Dan kualitas airnya pun layak"
Indonesia
Rita Diana
The price is AED 203
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Aston Tanjung City Hotel
A modern building with large windows and a prominent entrance.

16. The Brunei Hotel

The Brunei Hotel
3.0 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (372 reviews)
"Check in and check out was very smooth, and the staff just very kind. Room was clean and they even clean the floors of our room daily. That was a surprise. Definitely a great place to stay."
United States
andy
The price is AED 313
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Brunei Hotel
A multi-story building with a ground-floor shop and upper-floor residential units.

17. The Ranee Boutique Suites

The Ranee Boutique Suites
3.5 star property
Kuching
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (203 reviews)
"Loved my stay at Ranee. Great location, amazing and friendly staff and beautiful rooms. Wish I could have stayed longer and would definitely stay again if I am lucky enough to return to Kuching. Thank you to all the staff at Ranee. Fantastic hotel in a fantastic city!"
Australia
Jesse
The price is AED 342
AED 380 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Ranee Boutique Suites
A modern hotel with a prominent 'summerday hotel' sign, a glass entrance, and a unique facade with geometric patterns.

18. Summerday Hotel

Summerday Hotel
3.0 star property
Banjarbaru
The price is AED 128
AED 155 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Summerday Hotel
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

19. 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 207
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Livingston Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign, a rooftop bar, and a parking lot.

20. 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 115
AED 139 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
HARRIS Hotel Samarinda
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Top Borneo Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was 10 out of 10 breakfast was excellent. The only thing I don’t like is the bar by the pool it’s not necessary. There was a bar on the rooftop."
Fakhruddin 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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