Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge
Kg. Bilit, Kinabatangan Jalan Sukau - Bilit
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff”
“Staff all friendly”
“And a night walk”
“Walking distance to the river”
“The room was spacious and the bed comfy enough with a fan and air con”
“Very comfortable rooms”
“The lodges are spacious, clean, good air con”
“Really sweet authentic lodge with clean basic rooms and simple good food”
“Some reasonable forest opposite with Hooded Pittas, although you're not encourag…”
“The communal area for breakfast and dinner is a lovely open space with some outd…”
Overview
Situated in Sandakan in the Sabah region, Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private bathroom with bath and a hairdryer in each unit, along with slippers. The nearest airport is Sandakan Airport, 116 km from the lodge.
Traveller reviews
Bentley
couple
January 16, 2025
“Amazing jungle and river adventure. Very highly recommended.”
Everything! The lodges are spacious, clean, good air con. Comfy bed. The communal area for breakfast and dinner is a lovely open space with some outdoor seating. The staff.. wow, they are so lovely!! Has a real family feel. Kind and helpful. The activities were perfect. We did a morning, a night and an afternoon cruise. And a night walk. Saw lots of animals and birds that the guides pointed out on the other side of the river! Their eyesight must be amazing. The guides have an unbelievable knowledge about the wildlife and area. Really impressive. Bring lots of insect repellent! The weather plays a big part in what you can or can’t do, but they are very accommodating with changes. Loved the Batik painting activity. Food was good. Can’t rate this place high enough.
Roz
couple
January 15, 2025
“Good cruises and comfy accommodation”
The room was spacious and the bed comfy enough with a fan and air con. The common area had some nice seats and plenty of space to spread out. The river cruises were good and guides knowledgeable. Staff all friendly.
Simona
couple
January 10, 2025
“Cosy and clean. There si plenty of activities you can do. River tour was great. Good food, good people.”
Chris
extended_group
January 8, 2025
Best Staff! Best tour guides! Best wildlife!
Siân
family_with_children
January 5, 2025
“A fantastic glimpse into the rainforest world!”
The staff so welcoming; the food excellent!
Ivan
extended_group
December 30, 2024
“Huts in the forest, affordable”
Located in the forest. Feeling the nature around. Walking distance to the river.
Ramgopal
couple
December 27, 2024
“great location, rooms slightly deficient, wonderful staff”
Lovely staff.
Ankit
family_with_children
December 20, 2024
The people, location were great and economically good option.Place is right at the edge of the forest. There was an Orange Utan in the trees
Beth
family_with_children
December 5, 2024
Really sweet authentic lodge with clean basic rooms and simple good food. The staff are absolutely lovely and can't do enough to help. It's a lovely homely atmosphere with guests who are genuinely friendly.
anja
extended_group
November 29, 2024
We came with a rent a car- eazy road no problem, parking no problem :) We booked boad tour- great guide we saw colorefulbird, monkeys (small, silverback and BIGnoses) Brekfast ok
sean
extended_group
November 24, 2024
“Welcome to the jungle !”
The staff were friendly and helpful, the receptionist was very kind and allowed us to use her mobile hotspot.
Ola
extended_group
November 21, 2024
Love this place! Very comfortable rooms. Stuff is very helpful and the guides on the cruises ware soo cool. We saw whole Borneo 5. Highly recommended.
Marceli
extended_group
November 15, 2024
Exceptional river cruises. Good good
David
couple
November 7, 2024
Very friendly staff!
Richard
couple
November 4, 2024
“Convenient for (relatively expensive) boats trips along the Kinabantang.”
Meals were good—and catered for vegetarians (like us). Staff friendly. Some reasonable forest opposite with Hooded Pittas, although you're not encouraged to visit on your own.
Maximillian
couple
November 3, 2024
“Really friendly staff who really want you to have a good time”
The staff were incredibly friendly and so kind. We went on 7 river cruises and managed to see so many animals including wild orangutans, hornbills, probiscois monkeys and lots of kingfishers. Batik painting was great.
William
couple
November 2, 2024
Fifteen minute walk from boat for river cruises. Managed to see all of the big five in three cruises with their own guide and boatman so only needed two days and two nights. Dogs did a great job guarding against monkeys, but watch your shoes, one of mine had been borrowed by one of the dogs.
Sharon
extended_group
October 23, 2024
“Jungle experience in comfort at Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge.”
The staff were exceptional. Especially the chef Rowena catered to our requests as much as she could. The rooms were comfortable and clean, good beds, aircon. Staff were very helpful with good advice on excursions without overselling. This is not a luxury resort but a wildlife lodge in the jungle with all comforts. A nice feature is cold drinking water on tap to fill bottles and tea/coffee available.
Tobias
couple
October 21, 2024
“Enjoyable stay but room for improvement”
Friendly staff, clean comfortable room, quiet location in the jungle. Nice variety of activities offered in the day, such as cruises, walking and external excursions. Lots of wildlife around the cabins, which really reminds you you’re in the jungle. Nice communal feel in the living room area, met some nice people.
Sammii
family_with_children
October 14, 2024
“amazing experience, saw wild elephants and orangutans on the river trip…Kylo, Azran and Citi were so friendly and caring”
amazing friendly hosts with lots of laughing….perfect location
Facilities
Activities
Hiking, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Family Room
The family room offers air conditioning, a dining area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The family room provides an electric kettle. The unit offers 3 beds.
Double Room
The double room features air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a bidet. The double room provides a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.
Double Room With Transfer
This double room features a balcony, dining area and seating area. This room includes return transfer from Sandakan Airport or Sandakan city centre.
Twin Room
The twin room features air conditioning, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a bidet. The twin room offers a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a balcony. The unit has 2 beds.
Twin Room With Transfer
This twin room has a balcony, seating area and air conditioning. This room includes return transfer from Sandakan Airport or Sandakan city centre.
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