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Rimba Resort

Kem Majidee, Pulau Sibu, Johor Bahru 81100, Malaysia
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Rimba Resort
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London, UK
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 via mobile

If you are prepared for a back-to-basics experience this place is great. The food is all included and is amazing. Great buffets and variety all cooked really well. Coming from Singapore the large quantities of fruit and veges were very enjoyable! The staff are amazing. All front of house staff are English (accept one Canadian) and are so so friendly... More

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West Yorkshire
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

A beautiful resort in a beautiful setting. If you want. Luxury teak with all mod cons,the this is not for you. It's biggest assets is the simplicity of facilities. Sleeping in a straw hut , safely encased in your own mosquito net is not luxury, but waking to the breathtaking beauty of the ocean, the charming jungle sounds and the... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Stayed at Rimba for a weekend travelling Friday to Sunday. We were picked in Newton in Singapore on Friday and driven to Malaysia by a friendly driver in a clean and spacious 7 seater. We arrive at the port 4 hours later and took to 20 minute boat ride in the dark to the island. The resort is similar to... More

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Mintlaw, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Spent wonderful break at Rimba. Fantastic setting. Waking up to those views in the morning was amazing. Definitely what Paradise should look like. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Mosquito nets worked well and the odd lizard was interesting. Enjoyed variety of very good food. Did jungle walk a couple of times and enjoyed. Beach... More

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Herts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Great family break. We were well looked after by all the staff who worked well together. Food was very good, lovely safe atmosphere. Rooms rustic but comfortable and clean. We loved the snorkelling. Staff really cared and did an excellent job. The setting was superb deserted beach with a jungle backdrop. Will definitely go again.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013 via mobile

First let me tell you tripadvisor not to award such resorts blindly. Jus by looking at ur review and ur award for 2012 we went ther for a family weekend with my husband, 1 year old daughter and my mom. It was a terrible I can say. It s not at all suitable for family and those who are old... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

From booking to departure the service was great. Very informative and friendly staff. We stayed here with our two kids 12 and 11 years. The accommodation is very rustic fans in the room tarpaulin door and window covers and mosquito nets on the bed. It's all you need as there are lovely areas to lounge, chill and hang....it's that kind... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

The speedboat ride to the island is fun! You will get wet though. We stayed in the island suite, very simple, door was a piece of canvas, no tv, thankfully had aircon cos of the mozzies! First time staying in a place with no locks. Kampong feel, u just laze around, have a drink, walk along the beach, talk to... More

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

We actually wanted to stay here during the long Easter weekend but unfortunately everything was booked up far in advance so was forced to book with another resort which turned out to be very disappointing so ended up spending most of the weekend at Rimba thanks to the hospitality of Malcolm, Carly, Adam and the rest of the Rimba staff.... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

The reviews on Rimba Resort complimented the staff highly while acknowledging the "rustic" nature of the resort. Having spent 4 days on the island, the reviews don't go far enough! These staff are just great - friendly, efficient in a laid back way, knowledgeable on the island, the diving and snorkling and fun to talk to. Accolades achieved are well... More

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Also Known As:
Rimba Hotel
Rimba Hotel Johor Bahru
Address: Kem Majidee, Pulau Sibu, Johor Bahru 81100, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Johor > Johor Bahru District > Johor Bahru
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Suites
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#1 Family Hotels in Johor Bahru
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Only three hours from Singapore, Rimba Resort offers the perfect place to relax. Our natural bay at the northern tip of Pulau Sibu, Malaysia, offers a quiet and private setting where you can avail of great diving and snorkeling, and rejuvenate your senses.Rimba Resort offers more than two dozen dive sites, as well as the perfect training ground for beginner divers. Our dive school, Hi-Tide Divers, is what any Singapore based diver, or those who wish to become divers are looking for. Hi-Tide Divers boasts one of the most experienced instructors in the region and can cater to all your diving needs, whether it’s learning to dive at your chosen times in Singapore or at our house reef at Rimba Resort. Sitting on a Kenyan style village, Rimba Resort offers 21 charming seafront chalets all within a stone’s throw away from their 350m private beach. Because of its attractive location, Rimba Resort is the ideal place for a romantic beach wedding, team building function, corporate event, family vacation or dive holiday- the possibilities are endless. Our restaurant will exceed all expectations you may have for a small, personal resort. The bar, well there’s no other like it, and our private mini-van service from Singapore means you don’t need to drive or arrange your own transport. ... more   less 

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