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Sepilok Jungle Resort

Jalan Rambutan | Sepilok, Mile 14, Sandakan 90000, Malaysia
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Ranked #9 of 29 hotels in Sandakan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Very nice, close to orangutang sanctuary but rooms a far way away from restaurant .beautiful grounds. Very relaxing Wasn't very happy we had to carry own bags across country for about a 10 minute walk to rooms. No chairs on balcony either. Apart from this was a nice place to stay.

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
16 June 2013

Hi Cheryllove, Thanks for choosing to stay with us. We are glad that you have thoroughly enjoyed your stay with us. We are sorry to hear that there was not chairs in your balcony. We are doing some maintenance work and when you were here, the chairs were still not dry. Now all the chairs are in the balcony already.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013 via mobile

The resort itself is lovely as it is located in the heart of Sepilok jungle, 300m from the Orangutan Rehab Centre. The swimming pool area is nice though, as with the rest of the resort, it is quite dated and in need of some attention. The rooms are spacious and the beds comfortable though we had 2 encounters with mice... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
29 May 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are glad that you understood that we are in the jungle and there should be wildlife in the areas. However, i have to disagree that mice are inside the room, let alone underneath the mattress. If you sleep on it, the mice would have been squashed and smelled terrible. We have... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Hi Johnny, This is Eric Mok. It was nice meeting you, your family members, and Robert at your Hotel in Sepilok last week. I am writing to thank you for your hospitality showed to me during my visit. I look forward to staying in your hotel when return. I also thank Robert for guiding me to find birds. He is... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi Eric, Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are glad that you have enjoyed your bird photography session with us. We have shown Robert the Hooded Pitta picture and he was very happy. I am sure you will be back and by then hopefully there will be more birds for you. Looking forward to serve you again... More

Darwen, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013

What a truly delightful place to stay. It is within easy walking distance of the Orangutan rehabilitation centre which means you can visit twice in a day to see the morning and afternoon feedings. The rainforest discovery centre is also only about a 10-15 minute walk away. The hotel is lovely and peaceful with a great atmosphere of relaxation and... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are glad to hear that you have thoroughly enjoyed your stay with us. We will continue to work harder so that everyone who stayed with us will have a great time like yours. Once again, thank you and we look forward to welcome you again. Johnny More

Warsaw, Poland
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We stayed for one night nad chose a cheaper room with fan (booked in advance via e-mail). Paid MYR 69 for a double room with breakfast (plus MYR 5 deposit for a room key returned at the check-out). We were given room no 10. Receptionists speak good English and are eager to help. The room was not huge but large... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. The noisy fan in the room has been fixed. Sorry that it was in that condition when you stayed with us. We will pass your compliments to our receptionist. Looking forward to welcome you again. Johnny More

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

visited in April 2013 and was very impressed with the friendly service and the variety of wildlife in the area.....I would definitely come back. The room was clean, tidy and above all quiet....I really needed a calm and relaxing week.

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. Anyone who wants a quiet and relaxing place should stay with us. We are glad that you are able to experience it when you stayed with us. It is our mission to be able to provide a comfortable and friendly environment for all our guests. The training that have been provided to... More

Sydney, Australia
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

If you want to go the Orang-Utan centre, this place is great. Other than this, it is a bit old. Breakfast was simple, not many choices, they have noodle soup, fried noodle and toast with jam, tea and coffee. The setting is nice, very green. My daughter liked the kids pool.

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are in the midst of renovating our resort in different phase. Phase 1 renovation for 16 superior will be completed by 21 May 2013. After that, our next major renovation would be in the Banana Cafe where this is the common area for all our guests. We hope that guests could... More

Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

My husband and I were on a birding trip to Sepilok and stayed here for 5 days. Owners family and other staff are very friendly. Atmosphere was very homely. The owner has planted many fruiting trees surrounding a large water body, all within the resort itself, which is great for birds. Nice boardwalks to take a lazy stroll. Robert the... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
18 May 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you have enjoyed your stay with us. In fact we are starting to receive more birdwatchers and bird photographers because it is very easy to spot birds in our resort. The 20 acres of land that has been set aside specially for planting fruits trees since... More

Uppsala, Sweden
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

I decided to try Sepilok Jungle Resort, rather than staying in Sandakan, due to its proximity to the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Never again. You are provided wifi in the dining area and a free cooked brekky, but I felt it was an uncomfortable place to stay due to no air con and rock hard beds in the basic rooms. Compared... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We provide free breakfast for those who stay in our dormitory at RM28.00 per person. Additionally, free wi fi is provided in our banana cafe. If guest prefer to stay in the air cond room, we would recommend them as the weather in Sandakan is around 32 degree with humidity up to... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

I stayed here with my husband and 7 year old son for 4 nights late March (2 nights before our trip to Kinabatangan, and 2 nights after). We were made to feel very welcome by all the staff who were extremely helpful and friendly. We stayed in a "superior" room. The beds were comfortable and the bedding spotlessly clean, but... More

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limjohnny, Owner at Sepilok Jungle Resort, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We are happy that you have overall enjoyed your stay with us. We will pass your compliments regarding our food, service staff and the spotlessly clean room to the respective department. As we have planted many fruits around the garden, it has attracted a lot of wildlife and one could just sit... More

 
 
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Additional Information about Sepilok Jungle Resort

Also Known As:
Sepilok Jungle Hotel Sandakan
Sepilok Jungle Hotel
Sepilok Jungle Sandakan
Sepilok Jungle Resort Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia
Address: Jalan Rambutan | Sepilok, Mile 14, Sandakan 90000, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Sabah > Sandakan Division > Sandakan
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #9 of 29 hotels in Sandakan
Price range (per night): S$28 - 99
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Just 5 minutes walk to Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, Sepilok Jungle Resort offers comfortable lodging for visitors around the world to get close but un-intrusive glimpse of this nature paradise. It is enclosed within a tropical virgin Borneo Rainforest in Sandakan, Sabah (Borneo), Malaysia. Let its beautiful landscaped gardens and wide expanse of lush jungle transport you back in time. ... more   less 
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