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Our top choices for Manukan Island boutique hotels

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1. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
3.5 star property
Manukan Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"As a solo traveller in my 60s i felt looked after ... the staff were genuinely interested in me and so kind and thoughtful. I stayed 10 nights and it was just wonderful! Fabulous breakfast included!"
Australia
Mary
The price is RM618
RM618 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
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Top Manukan Island Hotel Reviews

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

8/10 Good
"Excellent stay. Rooms were lovely and food very good"
Matthew 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Gayana Marine Resort
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."
Megan 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see and do in Manukan Island?
After you've decided where you'd like to stay in romantic Manukan Island, plan what to do for fun on your holiday. Activities and attractions to experience around Manukan Island include Sapi Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Sutera Harbour. You might also want to consider exploring Imago Shopping Mall, Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Manukan Island?
Having a good idea of the weather in Manukan Island will help you enjoy your stay to the fullest. The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Manukan Island are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Manukan Island?
You have a few options for transportation to and around Manukan Island. The nearest major airport is Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.