Borneo Divers Mabul Resort, Mabul Island - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Sj3, Seafest Marina Seafest Complex Jalan Kastam, Semporna, Mabul Island, Malaysia, 91308

Borneo Divers Mabul Resort is situated on a pristine stretch of white sand beach on Mabul Island, Malaysia. Known for its visionary commitment to marine conservation, this dive resort was one of the pioneers to introduce Sipadan and Mabul's diving splendors to the world. The resort offers a full-service dive center and has earned recognition for its dedication to environmental sustainability and guest experience.

Location

Borneo Divers Mabul Resort is 110 km from Tawau, with convenient ground transfers available to Semporna jetty. The beautiful surroundings feature attractions like Kapalai Island and Tun Sakaran Marine Park. The resort's location offers easy access to exceptional diving sites, enhancing the overall guest experience.

Rooms

The resort features 30 Deluxe semi-detached Beach Chalets and 62 villa rooms, all designed with ethnic touches and modern amenities. Each room includes air conditioning, private ensuites, and thoughtful decorations such as hand-carved lamps. Guests can enjoy views from their private verandas, making for a relaxing stay.

Eat & Drink

The dining hall serves a fusion menu featuring Malaysian, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, and Western cuisines. Meals are provided buffet style, allowing guests to experience a variety of signature dishes. Freshly caught seafood, signature BBQ lamb, and satay are highlighted specialties.

Leisure & Business

Guests can enjoy onsite activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and even spa treatments that include massages and reflexology. The resort features a swimming pool and a bar lounge, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure. Entertainment options also include cultural performances and friendly karaoke contests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

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City Centre

Mabul Island500 m

Airports

Tawau (TWU) 105.5 km

Lahad Datu (LDU) 131.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Meals!

“The food at the resort was surprisingly delicious! With buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner included in the package, I was impressed by the variety and quality. Every meal was tasty, making my dining experience enjoyable throughout my stay.” view full review

Relaxing Pool Time

“I loved spending time in the swimming pool! It was a wonderful place to unwind after a day of diving, allowing me to relax and soak up the sun. The pool area was beautiful and well-maintained, enhancing my leisure experience at the resort.” view full review

Comfortable Accommodation

“My room was clean and comfortable, providing everything I needed for a pleasant stay. It had a hot water shower, air conditioning, and even facilities for making coffee. I felt at home during my time here, which was perfect after long days of diving.” view full review

Diving Paradise

“The diving experiences were absolutely very nice! I completed my PADI Open Water course here, and the diving was organized flawlessly. I had the chance to explore amazing dive sites rich in marine life, creating lovely memories.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Billiard tables
Darts
Table tennis

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Free airport shuttle
Housekeeping
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's pool
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Karaoke
Sun terrace
Garden area
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Sj3, Seafest Marina Seafest Complex Jalan Kastam, Semporna, Mabul Island, Malaysia, 91308

Map view

Sj3, Seafest Marina Seafest Complex Jalan Kastam, Semporna, Mabul Island, Malaysia, 91308

City landmarks

Smart

670 m

Sipadan Water Village

780 m

Nearby

Island

Mabul Island

470 m

Pulau Mabul

500 m

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

68%

liked the resort and would come back again

Great dive sites

Comfortable beds

Disinterested staff

Mediocre food quality

6.8/10

Nice

Rooms

7.4

Location

8.8

Service

7.2

Dining

5.2

Nick

United States, December 2024

7.6/10

I had a great time at this resort! The diving experiences were incredible, with unique discoveries on each dive. However, the food options could definitely use improvement, especially for vegetarians. The staff was accommodating and the rooms were spacious, though some amenities felt underutilized. Overall, it's a solid spot for divers but expect some room for improvement in dining.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and comfortable, with modern amenities. They provided a good level of comfort.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, always eager to help with any requests regarding diving and other needs.

Location

Dining

6.0

The food was plentiful but lacked variety, especially for vegetarians. Most options seemed focused on Chinese cuisine, which could be limiting.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were functional, but the seating options around the resort were quite hard and a bit uncomfortable for extended use.

Daniel

United States, December 2024

5.6/10

The resort has a great diving experience but is overshadowed by disinterested staff and some operational inefficiencies. The dive locations are stunning, and the food is decent, but the service was lacking, and the infrastructure could use serious improvement. Overall, while the diving is exceptional, other aspects left something to be desired.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were comfortable but affected by noise from a generator which made sleep difficult.

Service

5.0

The service was generally unfriendly, with staff showing little interest in guest interaction.

Location

7.0

The resort is well-placed for diving activities, particularly to Sipadan, but it suffers from environmental issues and local trash.

Dining

5.0

The quality of food was mediocre and repetitive, with a disorganized buffet experience.

Facilities

6.0

Diving facilities were somewhat lacking, with issues like broken equipment and poorly maintained tanks.

Great dive sites

Disinterested staff

Jason

United States, December 2024

8.0/10

I had an incredible time at Borneo Divers Resort, where I experienced some of the best snorkelling and diving in my life, especially around Sipadan. The rooms were comfortable and clean, perfect for relaxation after a long day of exploring. However, the dining options were repetitive and could use improvement. Overall, the experience felt safe and enjoyable, particularly with the attentive staff during our snorkelling adventures.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable, ensuring we had a great night's sleep.

Service

10.0

The snorkelling guides were very engaging and made sure everyone was safe in the water.

Location

9.0

The resort is well-placed between police and marines, making it feel very secure while enjoying the stunning beaches.

Dining

5.0

The food was decent but repetitive, with very limited choices, and not as fresh as I'd hoped.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were basic but functional, making for a relaxing stay after diving activities.

David

United States, November 2024

7.4/10

The resort offers a solid diving experience, especially for those keen on Sipadan. The staff is excellent, and the dive guides really know their stuff. However, the dining options could use some improvement, and the noise from some guests disrupted our relaxation. Overall, while the diving is top-notch, a bit more focus on guest etiquette and food variety would elevate the experience.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were basic but comfortable enough for our needs, with decent amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was well-organized and the dive operations were excellent, with attentive guides.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, giving immediate access to prime dive spots at Sipadan.

Dining

5.0

Dining was okay but lacked variety, focusing mainly on Chinese-inspired dishes that were quite bland.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were functional, although the seating around the resort was quite uncomfortable due to lack of cushions.

John

United States, October 2024

6.2/10

I had high hopes for my stay, but it was a mixed experience. The hotel had great diving opportunities and was well organized for activities. However, the service fell short, with some staff appearing disinterested, and the dining could use a lot more variety. The diving was enjoyable, but I wouldn't call it ideal due to equipment issues.

Rooms

7.0

The room was comfortable with a good air conditioning system, but there was noise from the generator that was hard to ignore.

Service

5.0

I found the service to be lacking, with many staff members seeming detached. Communication was often brief and unhelpful.

Location

9.0

The resort is conveniently located near great diving sites, which made getting to the dive spots easy.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was underwhelming; the buffet had a limited selection and was often not replenished during busy times.