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Scuba Jeff Guest House

Mabul Island, Pulau Mabul 91308, Malaysia
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Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Not much of review since everything is just perfect there.. Jeff (owner) , Zam ( jeff brother aka management ) , and their staff has been a great host. not a fancy dreamy exclusive place to stay.. backpackers comfort! yes for sure! its the family kinda vibe there that actually satisfied you.. ANOTHER VISIT?? ABSOLUTELY!

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Ampang, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Don't go here if you're high expatiation of the Guest House. But you must know that this Guest House threat you like family. the staff, especially Scuba Jeff were friendly and accomadating. They really made us feel welcome even though most of our group was foreigners. OVERALL: we had a lovely time and absolutely will be back to upgrade to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

If you're expecting a luxury island holiday this is not the place but it has everything you need and it is in the most amazing location. The rooms are basic, it's share bathroom and toilet and the food is okay but go sit on the deck over the water and enjoy the most amazing view. Or walk down the stairs... More

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Ipoh, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

Although we had a rather rough boat ride to reach the island, as soon as we reached Scuba Jeff's place, the waves and rain were soon forgotten. We were greeted by a group of young staff and Jeff himself. Our first night was lovely, we were entertained by guitar playing and singing from Jeff and his staff. One of the... More

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Shah Alam, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

I have stayed in Scuba Jeff's Guest House for at least 10 times. I have become a regular customer. Though the staffs change, but their hospitality doesn't. Upon your booking with Scuba Jeff, one should take into consideration of its backpackers style and basic facilities. The cost for a person to pay at Scuba Jeff is really cheap. For RM65... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

Just 1 bed with a fan, complete meals (always love the taste of fresh fish when it been served), and you can ask the 'mak cik' at kitchen to cook for any seafood stuff that you buy from the local people (its better to get the staff to deal direct with them for a good price and of course, have... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

We book the place for honeymoon when we saw the Honeymoon Package in their website last year around Oct-Nov 2012. Our booking is actually for 3-7 Feb 2013. When I emailed them back to double confirm the booking on Dec, they told me that the package is no more available, but they offer me VIP room. Well, we're okay with... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

I was prepared for this to be a very simple place with very rustic accommodations. I was not prepared to not be provided towels, have a shared bathroom down the hall and to be stranded there and have to beg my way off the island. I had made a reservation for three days of diving with transportation to/from the airport.... More

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Rome, Italy
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

it was terrible, they gave us to high prices. We had to pay for visit local village, but it was a normal village and you could go around by yourself, we HAD to pay also for a snorkelling package even when you don't go. We paid 470 ringgit for 2 nights an 3 days. We arrived the first day at... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

I agree with Lasse (i.e. the previous comment...5th January), but I believe a bit more of the responsibility lies with the owner. Four of us (including 15 & 12-year olds.....but experienced backpackers!) arrived a few days after Lasse and experienced the same confusion on our arrival. When I eventually found their Semporna 'office' (and that's a challenge!), I met a... More

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Also Known As:
Scuba Jeff Guest House Hotel
Scuba Jeff Guest House Hotel Pulau Mabul
Address: Mabul Island, Pulau Mabul 91308, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Sabah > Semporna District > Pulau Mabul
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 B&Bs / Inns in Pulau Mabul
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Simple, budget accommodation on Mabul island in stilted longhouse right over the sea. Look out of your room to the infinite sea views or across to the local fishing village bustling with local life. Room rate includes all meals, tea, coffee, water. Friendly staff will treat you like family and make you feel at home. Snorkel right off our jetty or join our dive trips to the famous sites of Mabul and Sipadan. ... more   less 

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