Family-Friendly Overwater Bungalows in Sabah
Discover the best family-friendly overwater bungalows in Sabah with stunning ocean views and world-class amenities
Cities in Sabah with overwater bungalows
10 Overwater Bungalows Found in Sabah
Mabul Water Bungalows
Lot A-1-G, Block A, Signature Office, KK Times Square, Off Coastal Highway, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia (Booking Office)
An overwater resort on Mabul Island providing access to Sipadan's dive sites. Offers a range of accommodation from standard bungalows to luxurious suites with more amenities, including private jacuzzis in higher-tier rooms. Features multiple dining options, a spa, and dive center.
Gayana Marine Resort
Malohom Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Nestled on Gaya Island's crescent Malohom Bay off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia Borneo, Gayana Marine Resort offers a luxurious and ecological retreat with 45-52 overwater villas. It features an on-site Marine Ecology Research Centre focused on conservation, multiple dining options, a spa, and various water activities. Villas offer jungle or sea views, with some featuring private plunge pools and glass floor sections.
Sipadan Water Village Resort
Office: Tb 226, 1st Floor, Lot 3, Wisma Maa, Town Ext.2 Tawau, Sabah, 91000 Semporna. Resort location: Mabul Island, Sabah, Malaysia
A resort built entirely over water on stilts utilizing traditional Bajau architectural design, located on Mabul Island, Sabah, Malaysia. Renowned for its proximity to world-class diving sites like Sipadan, Kapalai, and Mabul, it offers an over-the-water experience focused on diving and marine exploration. Features various water cottage types built for minimal environmental impact.
SKY Water Villas
SKY Water Villas, Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia (Office: Mydin Lodge Semporna, Jalan Bangau Bangau, Pekan Semporna, 91308 Semporna, Sabah)
A 4-star luxury water villa resort in Semporna, Sabah, offering a 360-degree seaview experience with modern amenities and a 'Kampung Modern Simplicity' design theme. Provides full board meals, boat transfers, and various water activities. Known for its tranquil atmosphere and located near Pulau Bum Bum.
Scuba Tiger Semporna Holiday Resort
Kampung Tampi-Tampi, Semporna, Sabah, 91308, Malaysia
A budget-friendly resort located by the sea near Semporna, offering unique cultural visit opportunities and acting as a base for diving activities, including trips to Sipadan. Features a PADI dive centre and various water sports.
Nusakuya Resort
Kg Tundun Bum-Bum Lot no 20-031204014 Peti surat 852, 91308 Semporna, Sabah
Family-friendly and affordable floating water resort located near Bum-Bum Island, Semporna, Sabah, described as the 'Maldives of Malaysia'. Offers an 'all-in' stay package including meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) and boat transfers. Features rooms with balconies and direct sea access via stairs. Designed for couples, families, and intimate getaways like honeymoons. Relies on generator power, which can be inconsistent.
Pom Pom Island Resort
Pom Pom Island, Sabah, Malaysia (via Semporna)
Located on Pom Pom Island, Sabah, Malaysia, this resort offers a secluded tropical experience with Garden, Beach, and Water Villas. It focuses on diving (PADI 5-star resort), marine conservation including a turtle hatchery, and offers a luxury island escape.
Dragon Inn Floating Resort
No. 1, Jalan Custom, Bandar Semporna, P.O.Box No. 168, 91307 Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia.
Dragon Inn Floating Resort is a traditional Bajau water village designed humbly and harmoniously with the local natural setting, consisting of 70 guest rooms, open-air restaurant, souvenir shop, and dive operators, all connected by walkways. It serves as a landmark of Semporna and an inexpensive base for diving trips to nearby islands.
Lato Lato Resort
Pulau Bum Bum, 91308 Semporna, Sabah
A basic, locally-owned resort located completely over water near Bum Bum Island, offering panoramic views of Tun Sakaran Marine Park. Focuses on providing an authentic experience in nature with meals included. Popular for snorkeling directly from chalets.
Lankayan Island Dive Resort
Office: 1 Floor, Lot 37, Block C, Bandar Tyng, Mile 5 North Rd, PPM 255 Elopura, 90000 Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia. Resort: Lankayan Island
The sole resort on Lankayan Island in the Sulu Sea, Malaysia, accessed via Sandakan. Part of a Marine Protected Area, offering a secluded and tranquil experience with a focus on diving, marine conservation (turtle nesting site), and eco-tourism. Features both beachside and over-water chalets.