Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Lodge, - Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Nazurah L.

Tempat private untuk keluarga tapi sayang banyak sampah. Coral masih ada untuk snorkeling. Boleh nampak bandar kk di seberang. Lebih kurang 15 minit dari jeselton point. Ada kambing dan monyet suka curi makanan. Masa pergi hari tu xda aktiviti. Sangat kecewa.

RADIKA B. K.

- Layanan staf 5🌟
- View 4 🌟
- Bilik 3.5🌟

Banyak monyet dan biawak.. Monyet dia pandai curi makanan so Hati2..

Zulkefli K.

Pulau y sangat indah, aktiviti2 semua sangat2 memuaskan

Samrin S.

Good tu island mari mari pulau sepanggar

fie E.

😍

Ijal S.

Bole tahan

The F. A.

This review is for the beach and activity.

Arriving here felt instantly different—you see the dive center first, then goats roaming freely on the beach and even climbing trees. Monkeys dart around trying to snatch food from tourists. It’s much more peaceful than the tourist-packed islands.
The snorkeling here was surprisingly much better than on the standard tours. We spent a lovely afternoon walking along the beach, snorkeling, and kayaking.
The hotel is secluded and simple but magical, set right by the beach and under a forest canopy. Perfect for nature lovers who want to escape the crowds. With the private beach and animals all around, it feels like your own paradise.

Ryan H. E. (.

I recently stayed here for two days and one night, and it was quite a memorable experience. I stayed in Rustic Hall, and I’d definitely recommend booking Room 5 or 6 — both offer stunning views of the beach and the sea, especially during sunrise or sunset.

One thing to note is the presence of wildlife around the area. There are monkeys roaming freely — they can be mischievous, so keep your food and belongings secured. On the flip side, the goats are friendly, and you might even spot a few monitor lizards wandering about, which was a cool surprise.

The beach itself can be a bit littered, unfortunately due to trash carried in by the waves. That said, the staff do make an effort to clean it up every morning, and by midday it’s usually quite pleasant.

There’s a good variety of water activities offered, including scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and even seawalking. I’m sure there are more that I didn’t get the chance to try, but it’s a great place if you're into marine activities. Water clarity can be hit or miss — some days it's beautifully clear, other times a little murky, depending on the weather and tide.

If you’re lucky and the weather is clear, you can catch a view of Mount Kinabalu in the distance from the jetty — a truly breathtaking sight.

The staff were friendly and helpful, though service can be a little slow at times. It's not a major issue, but something to keep in mind if you're in a hurry. Also, note that the kitchen closes at 9pm, so be sure to get your dinner orders in before then.

Interestingly, it seems like most visitors only stop by the island for day trips. That means by nightfall, the island becomes calm and quiet, making it a perfect place to relax and fall asleep to the sound of the waves.

All in all, it’s a peaceful getaway spot with a touch of adventure. With a bit more attention to service speed and beach cleanliness, it could easily be an amazing island stay.