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A reception area with a reception desk, a television, and seating with a view of the lobby.

1. The Gem Hotel Beaufort

The Gem Hotel Beaufort
3.0 star property
Beaufort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (95 reviews)
"Helpful staff and a great location"
United Kingdom
David
The price is NT$1,118
NT$1,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The Gem Hotel Beaufort
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is NT$4,366
NT$4,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Best Western' sign, large windows, and a geometric facade design.

3. Best Western Batang Garing

Best Western Batang Garing
3.5 star property
Palangkaraya
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"good breakfast"
Japan
Tatsuhiko
The price is NT$924
NT$1,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Best Western Batang Garing
A resort with multiple buildings, a central pool area, and a beach.

4. The Empire Brunei

The Empire Brunei
5.0 star property
Jerudong
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"Great"
Japan
RIE
The price is NT$8,358
NT$9,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Empire Brunei
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

5. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and the restaurant was lovely too."
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
The price is NT$2,606
NT$2,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Ormond Sandakan
A modern building with a green and red facade, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a business center.

6. Abdul Razak Hotel Apartment

Abdul Razak Hotel Apartment
3.0 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (53 reviews)
"This was a solid hotel. The staff was wonderful, and the room was very comfortable. My only complaint would be with the location, as there wasn’t a whole lot around the surrounding area"
United States
Jeff
The price is NT$1,368
NT$1,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Abdul Razak Hotel Apartment
A modern building with a geometric facade, multiple flags, and a sign indicating 'KELUAR OUT'.

7. The Capital Residence Suites

The Capital Residence Suites
3.5 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (631 reviews)
"Great location and the staff were helpful and friendly"
Taiwan
Etosha
The price is NT$1,078
NT$1,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Capital Residence Suites
A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent central tower and a rooftop swimming pool.

8. Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak

Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
4.0 star property
Pontianak
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great service great food"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is NT$1,290
NT$1,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
A modern building with a clean, minimalist design, featuring a long driveway lined with palm trees and well-maintained landscaping.

9. Mercure Berau

Mercure Berau
4.0 star property
Tanjung Redeb
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean, quiet frendly staff food was very good "
Australia
Troy
The price is NT$1,069
NT$1,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Mercure Berau
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10. Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran

Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran
2.0 star property
Sampit
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
The price is NT$76
NT$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel O Pondok Gusang Kuala Near Pelabuhan H Basran
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.

11. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (388 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United Kingdom
Holly
The price is NT$2,590
NT$3,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A building with a central entrance, surrounded by greenery and a stone facade.

12. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is NT$5,890
NT$7,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Pan Borneo' sign at the top.

13. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"The complimentary airport shuttle (one-way only) was very useful along with the breakfast buffet. Definitely worth staying if you do not want to go island hopping or to the city centre"
Australia
Velmor
The price is NT$1,151
NT$1,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Radisson' sign.

14. Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
4.0 star property
Bandar Seri Begawan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (735 reviews)
"We loved everything about this property from cleanliness to their service."
United States
Anam
The price is NT$3,369
NT$3,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
A high-rise hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Pullman" sign.

15. Pullman Miri Waterfront

Pullman Miri Waterfront
4.5 star property
Miri
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (651 reviews)
"All awesome for business traveller"
Malaysia
AZLAN
The price is NT$2,078
NT$2,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Pullman Miri Waterfront
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign, a rooftop bar, and a parking lot.

16. HARRIS Hotel Samarinda

HARRIS Hotel Samarinda
3.5 star property
Samarinda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"One of my favorite places to stay in Samarinda. (Truly)"
United States
Jan
The price is NT$1,022
NT$1,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
HARRIS Hotel Samarinda
A modern building with a curved facade and a parking lot with several cars.

17. Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching

Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching
3.0 star property
Kuching
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"The airport shuttle was very convenient, and staff are very kind and helpful. Breakfast had a lot of options and I enjoyed it. "
Japan
Hikari
The price is NT$2,137
NT$2,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Raia Hotel & Convention Centre Kuching
A hotel reception area with a wooden panel wall and a sign that reads "CORDIA HOTEL."

18. Cordia Hotel Banjarmasin - Hotel Dalam Bandara

Cordia Hotel Banjarmasin - Hotel Dalam Bandara
3.0 star property
Banjarbaru
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very convenient for stopovers."
Australia
Steven
The price is NT$882
NT$1,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Cordia Hotel Banjarmasin - Hotel Dalam Bandara
A hotel sign with the name "LEX hotel" and a geometric pattern on the sides.

19. LEX HOTEL BANJARMASIN BY EXCELSIOR

LEX HOTEL BANJARMASIN BY EXCELSIOR
3.0 star property
Banjarmasin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is NT$562
NT$679 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
LEX HOTEL BANJARMASIN BY EXCELSIOR
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent 'VOCO' sign, and a well-lit entrance area.

20. Voco Kuching by IHG

Voco Kuching by IHG
4.5 star property
Kuching
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Magnificent Hotel. The best Holiday brand has to offer in my opinion. This location was excellent and wonderful staff."
Singapore
David
The price is NT$2,628
NT$2,917 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Voco Kuching by IHG
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Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"Most memorable cocktails we had all trip which had included upmarket hotels in Singapore and KL👍. Appreciated the care in matching indicated preference."
Sherry 1-night trip
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Ormond Sandakan

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