Hotels near Scuba Junkie, Semporna
Find awesome places to stay near Scuba Junkie in Semporna! Check out these top-rated hotels that are either within walking distance or a short drive from Scuba Junkie.
Just a Short Stroll Away: Hotels within 1km of Scuba Junkie
Grace Samudera Hotel
• Travelers enjoy its Accessible rooms available, Taxi booking service, and Stair-free main entrance.
• It boasts an impressive 8.1/10 rating, derived from 350 verified reviews.
• Price range: $60-$177.
Grace Hotel Semporna
• Travelers appreciate its Carbon monoxide alarm, Accessible rooms available, and Handrails in hallways.
• It boasts an impressive 7.8/10 rating, derived from 300 verified reviews.
• Expect to pay between $43 and $164.
Sipadan Inn 3
• Guests particularly enjoy the Bar, Currency exchange, and No smoking in public areas.
• With a stellar rating of 7.8/10, this score is backed by 157 guest reviews.
• Prices range from $43 to $96.
Sipadan Inn 1
• Offering Languages spoken at front desk, No smoking in public areas, and Laundry service (on-site).
• Rated 7.6/10 based on 237 reviews.
• Price range: $28-$77.
Extended Selection: Hotels Within 1-3km of Scuba Junkie
Anyu Pool Villa Resort
• It's only 0.84KM to Scuba Junkie.
• Give yourself the gift of free time with amenities that will happily occupy the children.
BOX INN SEMPORNA
• Within 0.91KM of Scuba Junkie.
• Our range of engaging activities ensures the kids are having too much fun for you to worry.
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9.6/10
Amazing
GGuest UserThe room was very clean, the environment was beautiful, and I highly recommend staying there. The facilities were all relatively new and worked very well! Excellent!
9.5/10
Amazing
WWill_ChenI traveled alone and stayed here for 4 nights from 8/4 to 8/8.
**Environment:**
The resort is so amazing that I wish I could keep it a secret rather than share it with you. Located in the middle of the sea, with no other structures around, you can easily enjoy the sunrise, sunset, and the starry sky every day. During the daytime, you can participate in various water sports, and if you're lucky, you might spot a sea turtle at night.
**Food:**
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included when you book the hotel, so there’s no need to worry about meals. The resort offers seafood and local cuisine daily. Please note: Visitors should bring their own snacks and drinks before boarding the resort, as it only provides water, coffee, and tea.
**Facilities & Service:**
All the staff here will treat you kindly, even if there might be a language barrier (English is spoken here!). If you're afraid of swimming, the staff will accompany you while you're in the sea (life jackets are provided in each room). Each room also has a balcony with a lounge chair where you can relax, grab a beer, and do nothing but enjoy the soothing sea breeze.
You may not want to stay in the middle of nowhere like I did to escape from modern civilization, but I truly recommend staying at the resort for at least 2 nights. You'll definitely feel completely recharged!
Finally, I want to say that the view is so astonishing that I can hardly describe it with my limited English. You must visit this place yourself.
9.4/10
Amazing
MM45718****Spontaneous Thoughts
**Environment:**
* **Beautiful natural scenery:** The resort is exceptionally green, surrounded by palm trees, and features an artificial lake with an island, making you feel as if you're in a tropical rainforest. It's peaceful and relaxing, truly a great place for a holiday.
* **Clean and tidy rooms:** The guest rooms are exquisitely decorated, with great attention to detail in both the hard and soft furnishings. The floors, walls, and ceilings are all well-maintained. Facilities such as the in-room safe, mirror, and vanity are comprehensive and very clean.
**Facilities:**
* **Diverse room types:** They offer standard room types like king-sized beds, twin beds, and family rooms, as well as unique tent rooms, catering to the needs of different travelers. Each room type also has a small balcony, perfect for enjoying the view.
**Service:**
* **Thoughtful and attentive service:** The owner specifically imports seasonings from China to cater to Chinese tourists' tastes. The owner is kind, beautiful, and incredibly warm.
* **Convenient transportation shuttle:** They provide a shuttle service, making it easy for guests to get around. This is very considerate for visitors unfamiliar with the area.
9.0/10
Great
PP3DD3R5Upon arrival we faced a few challenges with the room, but that was promptly resolved. The setting is just gorgeous, the amenities are just enough. Considering the difficulty in maintaining such a unique and remote place we were not upset when there was no hot water. A cold shower was just fine.
The food is quite filling, and as most people stay here for just one night, if you stay more it does get quite repetitive.
The pool is salt water, same temperature as the sea, nice and warm. The steps down to the ocean are just a dream, and sunbathing on the net feels like you are on a catamaran in the middle of the ocean with the gentle waves crashing. The resort provided life jackets and snorkels, we spent most time in the water snorkeling, nearby corals are filled with colourful fish. The resort also provided a variety of water activities such as canoo and board.
What we were disappointed with was that there was no tea of coffee in the morning, they advised they had run out, and we found that difficult to cope with as there isn't anywhere you can buy.
Drinks are paid seoeratily, they only provide a fruit squash.
Apart from that the staff were always helpful and smiling, in th evening there's also some entertainment with karaoke and dancing.
We saw a little fireworks display which made our night even more special. I would definitely stay here again, overall it was a wonderful experience spending time here, is just little things they could improve.
8.9/10
Very Good
FFiona-LongWhat a fantastic overwater bungalow experience! 🙇
It was my first time staying in an overwater bungalow, and I picked this place because the name was similar to mine. After staying here, I definitely recommend it to everyone! 😎
The customer service and local staff were incredibly friendly, and the room amenities were excellent, especially the mattress – I slept so comfortably! 😊
With a tip and a small fee, they even helped us bargain for seafood and cook it. The chef's spicy crab was absolutely divine! 🥰
During the day, when we had free time, we could go snorkeling right from our bungalow. Each room came with life jackets and life buoys, and there were staff members on shore watching over us, which made us feel very safe! 😁
When we left, they even arranged a taxi for us to the airport. They were so thoughtful! 👍
Five-star rating! Highly recommend! 🍻
8.1/10
Very Good
CChengyueThe experience at Semporna Sky Water Villas exceeded all expectations! My friend and I stayed in the Starlight Villa for two days, and it was truly beyond what we imagined. As soon as we arrived on the island, we were stunned by the scenery: the crystal-clear glass-like sea shimmered with various shades of blue and green under the sun. The wooden boardwalk, flanked by lush greenery, blended beautifully with the seascape – every photo we took looked like a postcard. The view from the Starlight Villa was simply incredible, with our balcony directly facing the ocean. In the evenings, we watched the orange and pink sunset paint the sea like a masterpiece, and at night, we could lie on the terrace and gaze at the Milky Way and countless stars. It was so romantic, we were speechless. The room facilities were clean and thoughtful; the wooden floors and furniture had a subtle oceanic scent, and both the shower water temperature and bedding comfort were perfect. The staff's service was truly top-notch, from their warm welcome upon arrival to actively recommending local specialties during meals, and even thoughtfully reminding us of the best time to catch the sunset. Every detail reflected their warmth. Whether it was a morning stroll on the boardwalk listening to the waves or relaxing on the terrace in the afternoon breeze, it allowed us to completely unwind. Half of the beautiful memories from this trip came from Semporna's sea, and the other half from this perfect water villa. We're already planning our next visit!
8.1/10
Very Good
GGuest UserI contacted the hotel via WhatsApp 3 days before check-in, and they replied very quickly. They even called me back, and the communication was very smooth.
The boat departs from the jetty at 1:30 PM, but when we arrived at 12:30 PM, the boat was already waiting. Someone helped us with our luggage when we boarded. Later, we found out they weren't hotel staff, so we tipped each of them RM5.
The hotel's check-out time is 10 AM, and the latest guests can leave by boat is 11 AM because the boat cannot sail after low tide. So, no late check-outs are possible. On the way there, it was high tide, and the boat sailed over shallow waters. The 'jelly sea' was absolutely stunning. My initial apprehension instantly turned into pure delight – it was so worth it!
We were 6 adults and 3 children. We originally booked one triple fan room and one quintuple fan room. Because I didn't want a corner room, and the quintuple room was in the westernmost corner, and since there weren't many guests during the off-peak season (we practically had the place to ourselves, which was a pleasant surprise!), the hotel generously gave us an additional triple room and upgraded all our rooms to air-conditioned ones. Another great surprise! Actually, the sea breeze was strong, and opening the window with a fan was already very comfortable, so we didn't really need the air conditioning. In fact, after snorkeling, we found it too cold in the room, so we promptly turned off the AC.
The hotel is currently undergoing renovations. The quintuple room was newer, while the two triple rooms were smaller and older. However, the sea view was so beautiful, and given the great value for money, these minor issues were acceptable.
The hotel owner was also very accommodating and gave us keys to a few rooms, letting us choose which ones we wanted.
Since the quintuple room was on the western side, the sunset views were spectacular. My friends even saw sea turtles twice from their room at night.
After watching the sunrise, we walked to the easternmost part of the hotel. There's a bridge there that's perfect for photos, and we kept seeing sea turtles, which was such an amazing surprise! We saw about 7-8 sea turtles intermittently, and they were huge! It might have been the start of low tide, and they were all swimming towards the deep sea. This must be a common path for them, and it was the biggest highlight of our trip.
The hotel has Wi-Fi and accepts TNG for payment. The round-trip boat ticket costs RM100, and children ride for free. Life jackets are RM5, and swimming rings are RM10 (no time limit). The hotel's snorkeling masks were broken and unavailable for rent, so it's best to bring your own. The sea has lots of corals, starfish, and fish, making it excellent for snorkeling. Bring extra bread to feed the fish.
The hotel doesn't provide bottled water or hair dryers, but there's hot water and tea bags. Dinner was local Malay food, which might not suit everyone's palate, but we found it quite good, and the fish was cooked tenderly. The simple breakfast included delicious fried rice noodles.
We also brought some chocolates and instant cereal/drink mixes to prepare with the hotel's hot water.
There's also free karaoke and Lami mahjong, though they can only be used until 11 PM. The karaoke is a new facility, only 4 months old, and the sound system is excellent. The Lami mahjong set was brand new.
In summary:
Although the hotel is a bit old, the sea is incredibly beautiful, and we even saw sea turtles. For the price, it offers great value. Overall, I highly recommend it.
7.5/10
GGuest UserThe closest hotel to the pier, hands down. I don't know how the ratings are calculated... I'm not judging it by domestic standards; when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Local facilities just aren't that great. Based on what I saw online, I thought it would be terrible, but the room was surprisingly clean. Although there's nowhere to hang clothes to dry, I'd advise anyone who loves going out to sea and exploring the pier to stay close by. The front desk staff were also great; they have a WeChat for communication and translation. Don't bother looking at the negative reviews or the ratings. I stayed in town for 6 days, and the first place, which had the highest rating, was personally the worst.
7.5/10
AAnonymous UserI think I might be the first Korean visitor :) I am from Malaysia but it was a beautiful experience in East Malaysia, which was my first visit. For safety, I recommend that you understand the territorial disputes and historical background of East Malaysia. You will need to communicate with the local resort through email and WhatsApp, so if you have difficulty speaking English, you can get information about boats and resorts with plenty of time.
6.5/10
GGuest UserOverall, I'm quite satisfied. The room was spacious, and the hotel is located right by the pier. There was dedicated staff to handle luggage, though the facilities are definitely outdated and the room had a strange odor. The service was decent, but the front desk really helped us out of a bind when an unexpected situation arose on our way back.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best places to stay in Semporna?
Some of the best places to stay in Semporna are near popular attractions like Semporna Ocean Tourism Center, Kapalai and Timba Timba Island, offering easy access to key sights and amenities.
What are the top hotels in Semporna near Semporna Ocean Tourism Center?
Some of the top hotels in Semporna near Semporna Ocean Tourism Center include Semporna Seaview Hotel (from $35), Seafest REGENCY (from $136) and Grace Hotel Semporna (from $43), all offering easy access to Semporna Ocean Tourism Center, making them ideal for visitors looking to explore the area.
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Semporna has many popular hotels. Whether you're looking for a business stay or a vacation hotel, Seafest REGENCY (from $136), LANSE OCEAN SEAVIEW HOLIDAY HOTEL(Semporna store Chinese concierge) (from $83) and Grace Samudera Hotel (from $60) are best choices.
What are the best pet-friendly hotels in Semporna?
Vera Lavu Water Villa (24-Hour Chinese Housekeeper Service & Unlimited Snorkeling) (from $44), Banyan Tree Villa Hotel (from $49) and Kelaman Pool Villa Resort (from $49) are pet-friendly. Take your pets with you during traveling.
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Plan a peaceful trip? Spa can be a wonderful experience when traveling. Seafest REGENCY (from $136), Seafest Hotel (from $63) and Sagittarius Resort (from $522) provide highly rated spa services.
What hotels in Semporna provide swimming pools?
Seafest REGENCY (from $136), Seafest Hotel (from $63) and Semporna Lighthouse Hotel (from $70) are hotels with swimming pools. Book now and enjoy your swimming pool!
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Seafest REGENCY (from $136),Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort (from $330) and Pearl Island Resort (from $290) offer high-quality breakfast. Enjoy your wonderful journey with delicious breakfast!
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