Two people recommended D’Villa as a place to stay the night before starting my climb of Mt. Kinabalu. It is possible to stay in the park the night before a climb but very expensive so D’Villa is a great alternative. Mind you you’re paying for location and not luxury, so expect basic facilities. The lodge is located on the roadside... more

I prebooked my stay at D'Villa as the accommodation inside the park is expensive. I wish I stayed in the park. I had the dorm to myself which must have 20 beds in it with only one bathroom. There is no heat and it always feels damp. The staff is rude and the food is better avoided. It may be... more

Im a X-staff at Dvilla...juz wanna share the experienced.The boss cant speak english very well,what on his mind was only MONEY.He didnt have a hotel background and that's why..he didnt know how to treat his staff nicely.For traveller, if you want to come and stay here..it is bettter to WALK IN than through email b'cos my X- boss did not... more

Lost our booking and payment so we ended up with a twin instead of a double. Room facilities were very basic. Adequate, but only just. As advertised, it's within 500 metres or so of the national park entrance. We expected a nice stroll up to the gate, but it's actually a rather hazardous undertaking as you need to creep along... more