“A comfortable resort out of town with great staff”

Nice resort with comfortable rooms. In the middle of a palm oil plantation far from the town. But they have all day free shuttle and the town of Semporna is not a nice place. Good wifi and free mineral water. The staff are amazing. Especially Karen and Yapp who are also incredible singers. The karaoke at night was top class. Breakfast varied but quality not good. Cold. On the last morning it was a little warmer so much better. However the restaurant at night had good food. Cold beer. Not open for lunch

“10 out of 10”

Fantastic staff, super helpful, always able to guide you via WhatsApp. Mr Daniel (Manager) was really friendly and helped us get on Island hopping tour last minute. The food at the resort is wonderful, especially the salted egg squid. The karaoke is wonderful, look out for Karen and Jap, great singers! You can definitely see fireflies, the staff will guide you wear. Having seen the state of Semporna, it was a much better idea to stay here and have the shuttle service which takes 10min to get into town.

“Very lovely relaxing hotel & lovely staff.”

The layout of the rooms on the property was lovely & the grounds were beautifully maintained. The staff were very friendly & the manager was very kind in helping with some medicated cream when injured my ankle on a trip. The free laundry provision was a real help. The breakfasts were ok and there was a good variety of food for dinner. The free taxi transfers to & from the pier was a real bonus too.

Lovely landscaping

Relaxed and nice place. Very kind staff, and perfect organisation with the shuttle to town and back. Excellent food and drinks. Clean and nice room with aircon and wifi.

Stayed here for three days and two nights. Strategically located about 10 to 20 minutes of drive outside of Semporna town. The place is clean and quiet, it's right beside an oil palm plantation, and is surrounded by a beautiful, well-maintained garden. Rooms are not connected to the lobby/dining area - separated by a short walk under the foliage. An umbrella is provided at each room if it rains. Washing machines at the lobby. There are also hanging racks for your clothes right outside your own room. There's a free van service to and fro Semporna town at a fixed interval, you just have to inform/whatsapp the resort 30 minutes earlier. If you arrive by your own transportation, there's ample parking space. Serves good breakfast. While the kitchen is closed during lunch, it opens for dinner and supper from 5pm onwards. If you brought fresh seafood from town, the kitchen can cook it for you with a fee. I hadn't tried their dinner; I had their coconut: it's sweet. Friendly and attentive owner and staff ensuring that I have a comfortable and pleasant stay. Converse mainly in Mandarin Chinese... probably thinking that I was from mainland China. I was here to hike a hill but after I was told that the hiking trail was temporarily closed for renovation, and that I missed the resort's own firefly viewing on the day I checked in, the staff recommended a local mangrove cruise the following day which I greatly enjoyed.

“One of best place to stay in Semporna”

Shuttle service to town, staff warm hearted

“Lovely staff, great breakfast - shower could be improved”

Nice room, staff were great! Good breakfast

“Lovely stay”

Lovely rooms, very friendly and helpful staff, excellent shuttle bus to the centre of town. Free laundry self service

“Oasis in Semporna”

Very friendly staff and warm atmosphere outside of hectic Semporna downtown.

“A good option for a one-night stay in-between your travels”

Quiet place with nice natural feeling. Definitely helps relax and enjoy the nature. The resort also provides free shuttle to Semporna, which people find convenient.

“Great place to stay in Semporna”

Not far from the city, a quiet place with a nice garden. Easy to go downtown or to the pier for activities since they provide very convenient shuttles. It's a perfect place to stay if you plan to go for diving or snorkelling day trips (which they can also arrange for you if you need).  Breakfast is perfect, even for western people since they offer pancakes, eggs, bacon, bread and so on. Restaurant is very good at a reasonable price, but they open only for dinner. We really appreciated the manager and all the team. Everybody is very friendly and always does his best to help you.

“An excellent comfortable stay for relaxing”

The surrounding ambience

“Excellent option close to Semporna”

Extremely well run lodge located about 15 minutes drive from the jetty.. modern , Well equipped rooms set in pleasant gardens. Main lobby / restaurant area is a highlight, housed under a single massive roof. Staff were genuinely friendly and attentive, available immediately. Complimentary shuttle bus to and from town every hour. Breakfasts are good,, however dinners were exceptional and well worth considering if you don't mind spending a little above the local rate. Semporna town is not a particularly nice environment to lodge in, and this resort offers a very affordable and more comfortable option.

“Amazing!!”

We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Firefly Resort in Semporna! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was calm, welcoming, and perfect for relaxing. The resort truly feels like a peaceful escape while still being a great base for exploring the area. The breakfast selection was excellent, with plenty of choices to suit everyone’s taste. Every morning felt like a treat. One of the biggest advantages is the free shuttle to Semporna town, which makes getting around super convenient. To be honest, Semporna town itself wasn’t really our thing — but that made staying at Firefly Resort even better. Even if your main goal is to visit the nearby islands, this resort is the perfect place to stay: peaceful, beautifully designed, and very well located for day trips. In short, Firefly Resort is a true gem in Semporna. We would absolutely stay here again!

The staff is absolutely kind and efficient. They're willing to help you anytime. Restaurant is very good with a perfect quality/price proportion. They even offered you, to purchase fresh seafood on the market, bring it and they cook it for you. Comfortable rooms. Good size, good beds. Clean and with air conditioning. They also offer transport for free to and from Semporna. I would highly recommend it!!

Excellent and attentive service, good breakfast, efficient shuttle van service

It was located away from town so very quiet and peaceful. Free shuttle into town. Great staff

“Our stay at Firefly Resort far exceeded our expectations, offering a perfect blend of warm hospitality, natural beauty,”

Our three-night stay at Firefly Resort was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, Toni and his team welcomed us with warmth and care, making us feel at home right away. The service was outstanding, the room comfortable and well-kept, and the restaurant offered delicious meals in a beautiful setting. Every detail reflected great attention and genuine hospitality. What made the experience even more special was the personal touch of Toni and his staff, who went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. The beauty of the location, together with the convenient shuttle service to Semporna, made it easy to enjoy the region. Here we found much of what we were looking for in Sabah, and it helped make our journey unforgettable. I highly recommend Firefly to anyone travelling from far away in search of peace, the beauty of nature, and true comfort. Thank you for such a wonderful stay!

“Quiet, relaxing, and made even better by the genuinely friendly staff.”

The resort is in a beautiful, peaceful spot surrounded by nature, which feels like such a nice escape from the busy town. The free hourly shuttles made it really easy to get in and out of Semporna, and arranging pickup through WhatsApp was super convenient. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and far enough from the dining area that we couldn’t hear the karaoke at night. Speaking of which, the karaoke was actually a lot of fun when we joined in and made it easy to meet other guests. Breakfast and dinner were both very tasty, and on our last day the manager thoughtfully packed us an early breakfast with coffee, toast, jam, bananas, biscuits, crackers, and more, which was such a nice touch.