The Best Tropical Vacation Getaways in Sabah, Malaysia Borneo

For a truly unique tropical vacation getaways, Sabah have numerous getaway locations where you can stay at quaint seaside accommodations or chalets. The best place for a tropical vacation getaways have to be at the 5-star Tropical Vacation Resorts getaways such as Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort and Nexus Karambunai Resort, both at Tuaran, about about 40-50 minutes drive from Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of Sabah. Nestled far away from the city life, both international standard resorts are perfect for a great tropical vacation getaway.

An alternative setting for a tropical getaway is at the many idyllic Tropical Island Vacation getaways such as the nearby islands off Kota Kinabalu coast at Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.

However, if you are looking for a simpleand quaint location out of the city or if your budget is a bit tight, you can still enjoy a truly magnificent tropical vacation at budget-typed tropical seaside getaways such as the following:

Seaside Travellers Inn, Kinarut

Seaside Travellers Inn is located in Kinarut, about 20-30 minutes drive south of Kota Kinabalu city but closer to the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (about 15 minutes by road).

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Langkah Syabas Beach Resort, Kinarut

Just next door to Seaside Travellers Inn is the Australian owned and operated Langkah Syabas Beach Resort. The beach resort is a small and secluded property consisting of 18 tasteful air-con chalets/cottages surrounding a small swimming pool in lush tropical gardens by the sea ensuring privacy for you.

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Beringgis Beach Resort, Kinarut

Located at KM 26, Papar Road in Kinarut (or just about 5 minutes drive from Langkah Syabas Beach Resort towards Papar town), the 3-star Beringgis Beach Resort with its natural feel sets the perfect mood for a truly tropical vacation getaway.

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Tempurung Seaside Lodge, Kuala Penyu

Located in the district of Kuala Penyu, about 135 km to the Southwest of Kota Kinabalu, the 20-room Tempurung Seaside Lodge is built on a hilltop amidst natural surroundings and overlooking sandy beaches fronting the South China Sea.

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Kampung Resort (Mimpian Jadi Resort / Club Sabah), Tuaran

Kampung Resort (or more popularly known as Mimpian Jadi Resort) in Tuaran, about 1.5 hour drive from Kota Kinabalu, is a perfect lower cost alternative for a tropical vacation getaway compared to its other neighbouring 5-star resorts.
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