We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Sepilok Nature Resort

3.0 of 5
Sepilok, Malaysia
Hotel amenities
Sepilok Nature Resort
Which Sepilok hotels are on sale?
Enter dates 1 night 2 nights
See hotels
Write a Review

139 reviews from our community

Traveller rating
    42
    61
    27
    8
    1
See reviews for
Families
23
 
Couples
74
 
Solo
4
 
Business
0
 
Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
Date Rating
LINCOLN
Senior Contributor
46 reviews 46 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Stunning place to stay and very cheap. The food is also excellent. Only downside is that some people complain when it rains in the rainforest! Its great to be able to walk into the orangutan centre past the bus loads of tourists that are wearing rain macs (with disney world on) and being able to have a beer or two... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Qatar
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

i had read and heard good things about this place but in reality it was just one huge disappointment. Rooms were poor, bathrooms very poor, service non existant and it felt like no-one is mangeing or looking after the place nor the guests who stay there. sad thing is that there isnt a huge choice in this area. if you... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
München, Deutschland
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The Sepilok Nature resort is a wonderful Place to stay if you wanna see the urang utans and lots of other animals.the Bungalow is realy cosy and we had a wonderful time on the terrace watching and hearing the noise of the Dschungel .staff is realy friendly.short walking distance to the urang utans center.nice walking trails into the dschungel near... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Hong Kong, China
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

First of all, my 3* rating is not for Sepilok. I would recommend anybody to go there. We spent a great 2 days visiting the Orang Utan reserve and the Rainforest Discovery Centre. About the Sepilok Nature Resort. Well, the surroundings and lay-out of the resort are simply amazing, just walking in between the chalets and in the orchid park... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Melbourne
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2013

We spent a night here on a recent trip to Sabah to see the Orang Utans. The resort is next door the the Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre. Beautiful well kept hotel with nice large cabins dotted through the tropical gardens. Staff were helpful and friendly and the hotel offers a range of activities and nature experiences away from Sepilok.

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Sydney, Australia
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

A lovely lodge very near both the orang utan sanctuary and the rainforest centre, built around a lake. It's worth wandering around the grounds as the gardens are very pretty and we saw hornbills (pied and black), cute frogs and gorgeous sunbirds. We did the night walk put on by the lodge too which was superb, and we saw a... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 2
Leicester, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

I guess like most people we stayed here purely because it is located right next to the Orang Utan Sanctuary. Our agents advertise it as ‘Simple’ accommodation so I didn’t expect luxury. I was pleasantly surprised – our room was huge, furnished in lovely old style wood and comfortable beds and nice bathroom with a great view as we were... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Brighton
Top Contributor
59 reviews 59 reviews
31 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Beautiful hotel built around a liake 2 minutes from the Sepilock Sanctury. Rooms which are all individual cabins are nicely furnished, with comfortable beds and private bathrooms. Food was very nice, mixture of local and European. Staff were very helpful.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Australia
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

We stayed at Sepilok Nature Resort for 2 nights mainly because of its close proximity to the Orangutan Sanctuary and we were not disappointed. The resort is only a 5 minute walk from the sanctuary so easy to access. The chalets and communal buildings are built around a lake (muddy) and accessed by a wooden boardwalk which meanders through the... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

So very close to the orangutans you can walk in minutes! Chalets are so very lovely. Exactly want you might imagine a luxury jungle lodge would look like. Lush. Beautiful ...and the wide open eating area was a pleasure to dine in. Food is only okay here but you dont come for the food! You come for the wildlife and... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
Great value on a similar hotel
Sepilok, Sandakan Division
4 of 5 stars 149 Reviews
Check Rates
Still looking for a hotel?
Also consider these accommodations in or near Sepilok
Lankayan Island Dive Resort 4.5 of 5 stars 203 reviews Sepilok Forest Edge Resort 4.0 of 5 stars 149 reviews Sepilok Jungle Resort 3.5 of 5 stars 246 reviews Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat 4.5 of 5 stars 221 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1010842?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d325475?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1105829?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
View all 1 hotels in Sepilok, ranked by popularity

Been to Sepilok Nature Resort? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Orang utans(6)
  • Orangutan sanctuary(6)
  • Kinabatangan river(3)
  • Air Con(3)
  • Carte menu(3)

Additional Information about Sepilok Nature Resort

Address: Sepilok, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Sabah > Sandakan Division > Sepilok
Amenities:
Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 2 Speciality lodging in Sepilok
Price Range: £
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hidden amongst a veritable treasure trove of tropical plants and grasses, hug trees and spectacular orchids in bloom, the quaint bungalows of the Sepilok Nature Resort are within walking distance of the world-famous Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve, precious home of the last wild Orang Utans of Northern Borneo. Combining rich traditional style with contemporary luxury, Sepilok Nature Resort is the ideal starting point for most other wildife land destinations in Sabah such as the fauna rich Kinabatangan River and the surrounding Sukau area. ... more   less 
Also Known As:
Sepilok Nature Hotel Sepilok
Sepilok Nature Hotel
Sepilok Nature Resort Sandakan Division

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Sepilok Nature Resort, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing