Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort
Renovated in 2024
Celebes Sea, Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia
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When staying at Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort, you'll be perfectly positioned to explore all that Semporna has to offer.Show More
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Last booked 40 mins ago
Highlights
Airport pick-up available
Lots to do
Ideal location
Superb views
Cozy roomsShow More
Amenities
Private beach area
Diving
Snorkeling
Priority airport pick-up
24-hour front desk
Luggage storageFree
Bar
Restaurant
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Property Description
When staying at Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort, you'll be perfectly positioned to explore all that Semporna has to offer.
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4.1/5
Very GoodResort on water, love every bit of it. Food is good too.
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Kapalai
(820m)
Landmarks: Mabul Island
(6.2 km)
Landmarks: Mabul Backpackers
(6.2 km)
Landmarks: Mabul Paradise Lodge
(6.3 km)
Landmarks: SCUBA BUDDY
(6.4 km)
Landmarks: Lobster Wall
(6.6 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
14
Water Chalet
1 King bed
60m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Toothbrushes
Private toilet
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6
Water Chalet - with extra bed
1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Toothbrushes
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
176 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.2
- Amenities3.8
- Location4.5
- Service4
Average for similar properties in Semporna
Jasmine
December 25, 2024
Resort on water, love every bit of it. Food is good too.
Man Chun
October 16, 2024
The sea was so clear. Sea turtles can be seen from the balcony every night. very nice diving coaches. Highly recommended.
Lee Foo Hoon
March 22, 2025
Good for snorkeling and a relaxing holiday
Guest User
August 3, 2024
the transfer boat from Tawau Airport to the property is troublesome. The booking includes an airport pickup and boat transfer to the property but only at a fixed time per day. You need to be in Tawau Airport no later than 10:00am local time to use the pre-booked service. The time is very tricky and has very limited airline and easy to miss then they charge $321.26 to re-arrange pick up from Tawau Airport.
Based on research, 1.5hr bus from Tawau Airport to port is RM25 (Malaysia currency, about $5.56) per person. Then 45min boat transfer to the property. The boat condition is super ugly which might not permit to carry passengers in United States. The boat condition like a multi-hand used fishing boat you can buy from cralist for less than $3000. However, the total charge is $321.26 for such transport services.
After arriving in hotel, the hotel service is also very poor which I think it can not match a motel in United States. No phone in the room to connect to the front desk: you need use you own cell phone to call front desk and usually the signal is too poor to make a phone call. No enough shower towel either and hot water run out quickly during shower.
What’s more, you need to pay extra to purchase internet. Price is ok but slow which can not make stable video conference which is super unfriendly for people need to work while traveling
Bbgal@Von
December 29, 2023
Love the dive center, rich sea creatures around the diving/ snorkeling spots.
Friendly staffs
Chiu
June 12, 2023
Good resort for holiday, highly recommend.
I had a very good experience in the resort, clean and safe. Overall is good.
beng beng
June 29, 2022
It was a wonderful and amazing experience at sipadan kapalai dive resort. Clear water Starry night and many scenic corners through day and night!
KANG CHING
July 2, 2022
Water Chalet is non-air conditioner room. I dont know that my Chalet is non-Aircon Room so i have to stay in the hot room. many customers complaint very hot especially day time. For meal is buffet style and with variety food. drinking water and codial drink is free. Especially morning is very noisy because of the electric car pass by the chalet. For the view , i agreed with what i see in the youtube. During sunset . it is beautiful and romance enviroment. dues of lack of water. we cant use bath tub and the water shower is very small and i feel like i am staying in no- star hotel. But the hotel officer did tell us because of lack of water. but the transport to the Kapalai is quite frequent and free. this is bonus points. Generally, for couple those are going to honeymood and taking photos are the best to go.
Le
August 9, 2022
A lovely and amazing hotel located in the middle of the sea. Buffet lunch and dinner are all quite okay, esp the BBQ food during dinner. The hotel was quite full with many local visitors.
Didn't manage to go to the Mabul island and snorkelling outside the hotel. Better to check with the agency or hotel in advance. Don't expect too much to do in the hotel, relax and chill is one of the best options.
Land transportation was well arranged from airport to the hotel. Be aware that you can get all wet on the speed boat if the weather is no good and the speed is too fast.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Private beach area
Diving
Snorkeling
Off-site
Priority airport pick-up
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Free
Bar
Restaurant
Bicycle rental
Station pick-up service
Currency exchange
Restaurant
Restaurant
Cuisine: Asian
Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Parking
Transportation
Priority airport pick-up
Bicycle rental
Station pick-up service
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Safe at front desk
Bellhop
Luggage storage
Free
24-hour front desk
Host welcome service
Translation tools available
Languages Spoken
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Malay
Food & Drink
Bar
Health & Wellness
Diving
Snorkeling
Off-site
Activities
Private beach area
Public Areas
BBQ
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Gift shop
Chinese instructions
Picnic area
Garden
Business Services
Wedding service
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Wheelchairs available
Safety & Security
CCTV in public areas
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Intruder alarm
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 12:00–16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
The property will provide check-in details after booking
To check-in, contact the property in advance.At the same time, please provide your flight information, proof of identification, your check-in time
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds can be added. Please contact the hotel for details about crib policies.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 1 year old and under | 10% of room rate per person per night |
Children 2–11 years old | 50% of room rate per person per night |
Children 12 years old and over | 100% of room rate per person per night |
Breakfast
StyleA la carte
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | Contact hotel |
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositNo deposit required by the property
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
There is no age limit for checked in guests.
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Opened: 1997
- Renovated: 2024
- Number of Rooms: 89
When staying at Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort, you'll be perfectly positioned to explore all that Semporna has to offer.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Head to Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort's exclusive beach to relax or take part in snorkeling or diving.
Grab a bite to eat at the in-house restaurant which serves Asian dishes. Finish your day off with a drink at the bar.
At this resort, you'll have access to a bbq and garden. Staff at this property's 24-hour front desk can speak 3 languages, including English. This property also offers currency exchange and free luggage storage.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Head to Sipadan Kapalai Dive Resort's exclusive beach to relax or take part in snorkeling or diving.
Grab a bite to eat at the in-house restaurant which serves Asian dishes. Finish your day off with a drink at the bar.
At this resort, you'll have access to a bbq and garden. Staff at this property's 24-hour front desk can speak 3 languages, including English. This property also offers currency exchange and free luggage storage.