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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 April 2025) | Trip.com

About Sabah

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

Recommended trip: 5–8 day(s)

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Popular Destinations

Semporna

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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

Kapalai

4.7/5491 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"
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

4.6/5152 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping · Campsites"
Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle

4.7/596 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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Bohey Dulang Resort

Bohey Dulang Resort

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Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

4.3/525 Reviews
Treeline Urban Inn

Treeline Urban Inn

4.1/5119 Reviews
Pacific Inn, Semporna

Pacific Inn, Semporna

3.6/5194 Reviews
Hotel 17

Hotel 17

3.5/553 Reviews
Arcadia Beach Resort

Arcadia Beach Resort

4.8/59 Reviews
Crystal Resort

Crystal Resort

5.0/59 Reviews
Seafest REGENCY

Seafest REGENCY

4.1/561 Reviews
SKY Water Villas

SKY Water Villas

4.2/5182 Reviews
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

4.5/51,103 Reviews
Banyan Tree Villa Hotel

Banyan Tree Villa Hotel

4.1/5221 Reviews
Palm Lake Resort

Palm Lake Resort

4.6/5118 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. MYR14/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar

Sunset Bar

4.4/560 Reviews
Avg. MYR144/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa

Yee Fung Laksa

4.6/5581 Reviews
Avg. MYR18/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
Sky Blu Bar

Sky Blu Bar

4.0/516 Reviews
Avg. MYR100/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's

Ferdinand's

4.3/513 Reviews
Avg. MYR195/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant

4.7/5217 Reviews
Avg. MYR110/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Welcome Seafood Restaurant

Welcome Seafood Restaurant

4.6/51,159 Reviews
Avg. MYR117/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant

4.5/5332 Reviews
Avg. MYR31/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

Nagisa Japanese Restaurant

4.3/510 Reviews
Avg. MYR75/person
"Japanese"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

4.6/5497 Reviews
Avg. MYR26/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Italy @ Capital

Little Italy @ Capital

4.8/586 Reviews
Avg. MYR60/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
Fook Yuen Gaya Street

Fook Yuen Gaya Street

4.6/5232 Reviews
Avg. MYR15/person
"Southeast Asian"

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