Title: Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel Travelers watch wildlife from private sanctuaries at this rural retreat, then unwind with drinks at the bar after thrilling safari adventures in the wilderness ## Photo gallery for Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel ![Books - Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel (Kota Kinabatangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/0ebfc304.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sun deck - Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel (Kota Kinabatangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/e2342e2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets - Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel (Kota Kinabatangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/1105490b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel (Kota Kinabatangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/f9e5ae49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel (Kota Kinabatangan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/387192fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel provides a peaceful escape where guests can observe wildlife from their own spaces. The property offers free WiFi, coffee and tea in the lobby, barbecue grills for outdoor cooking, and starts each day with a breakfast buffet. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Bar ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 25 - Feb 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 26 - Feb 27](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=42261872&PinnedHotelID=42261872&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/be82609f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Superior Twin Room | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/c8bcf37c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Laptop workspace Desk - Resort view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42261900/42261872/1105490b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Laptop workspace Desk - Resort view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabatangan-Hotels-Kinabatangan-Wildlife-Lodge.h42261872.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabatangan-Hotels-Kinabatangan-Wildlife-Lodge.h42261872.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kota Kinabatangan, Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel is in a rural area. Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gomantong Caves and Sandakan Rainforest Park. Puu Jih Shih Temple and Sandakan Memorial Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby boat tours, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring. [Visit our Kampung Bilit travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kampung-Bilit.dx6344866) [View more Hostels in Kampung Bilit](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kampung-Bilit-Hostels.d6344866-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.51578%2C118.20080&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WiIEQrAVmIEIIvOuFCIfVw2nuyE=) Jalan Sukau Bilit, Kota Kinabatangan, Sabah, 90000 ### What's nearby - ![We struck it lucky stumbling across 6 wild Orangutans close to the entrance of the Gomantong Caves. It was a real treat to watch the young ones mess around in the same way human kids might – they also have a naughty streak! #Orangutans #apes #wildlife #Sabah #Borneo #Malaysia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182377/df9fc408-6150-44a6-8b5d-f3e804ff2f8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gomantong Caves 26 min drive \- 15.2 miles ### Getting around - Sandakan (SDK) 118 min drive ### Restaurants - Melapi - Bilit Rainforest Lodge - Rainforest Lodge Bar - Medan Selera Kota Kinabatangan 4 min drive - dewan mkn asrama 18 min drive ## About this property ### Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel Hostel in a rural location A free breakfast buffet, game and wildlife viewing and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a bar. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - A safari, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues - Coffee/tea in reception, tour/ticket information and books Room features All guest rooms at Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as More amenities include: - Showers and shampoo - Ceiling fans and housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5150000/5140600/5140593/ad06fc75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sepilok Jungle Resort Sandakan - Pool - Kids’ pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.6 Good 227 reviews £30 includes taxes & fees 26 Feb - 27 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=5140593&PinnedHotelID=5140593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15460000/15451700/15451629/3325ffdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) Sandakan - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Books - Ecotours - Game viewing - Safari ### Family friendly - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping on request - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Built in 2019 - Communal living room - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 1:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 55.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: MYR 350 per vehicle (one-way) - Rollaway bed fee: MYR 55.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel Kota Kinabatangan ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel? ### Does Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 25 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I just stayed for a week conducting research and had a great stay. The owner, Ben, and staff are wonderful people and I consider them friends now. The room & bed was clean and comfortable and solid WiFI was available at the eating area (helpful for those working). The in-room AC unit helps A LOT in the humid climate. The food, particularly dinner, is tasty and a great deal for the quality you get. Unlike places in more populated areas, if you're lucky, you'll see endangered species here like white-crowned hornbills that try to break your window or slow loris - a rare middle of the night visitor, or more common species like the civet, fruit bats, or Asian water monitor. It's wildlife though, so don't expect to see anything, Lots of mosquitos (it's Borneo, bring great bug spray), and the staff did not hesitate to make the place comfortable and keep the bugs away by turning on the fans and burning mosquito repellent. A few minor details to note. The bathroom can smell like a vault toilet sometimes. Problem is solved by closing the bathroom door, but can be annoying and a drag. Also, the village of Bilit is a Muslim one, and morning prayer occurs around 445am. It's not very loud from the Lodge, but some folks might wake up due to the low frequency of the sound. I did some days when the AC wasn't running. Overall, nice place and I'd stay again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandakan-Hotels-Nature-Lodge-Sepilok.h15451629.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sorrento-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Cesare-Augusto.h1398697.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Saint Francis Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Francis-Bay-Hotels.d6056067.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Family-Friendly Hotels in Nottinghamshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Nottinghamshire-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6046227-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Gower House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Gower-House-Hotel.h4460410.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in North Bend](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Bend-Hotels.d138987.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Ski Hotels in Flaine](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Flaine-Hotels-Ski-Hotels.0-0-d500450-tSkiHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Marino Beach Colombo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colombo-Hotels-Marino-Beach-Colombo.h29961010.Hotel-Information) > > [Guest Houses Somerset](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Somerset-Guest-Houses.d6084497-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [3 Star Hotels in Mellieha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/3Star-Mellieha-Hotels.s30-0-d4804.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Acaster Malbis](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Acaster-Malbis-Hotels.d3000012584.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Eccleshall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eccleshall-Hotels.d3000011592.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sepilok Jungle Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sandakan-Hotels-Sepilok-Jungle-Resort.h5140593.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Boston (BOS) to Perth (PER)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bos/per/boston-to-perth) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Rochester (ROC)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/roc/manchester-to-rochester) > > [Flights from Reykjavik (RKV) to Vestmannaeyjar (VEY)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/rkv/vey/reykjavik-to-heimaey) ### Activities > [Things to do in Holland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Holland.d6059199.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Vera Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vera.d6024012.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [All inclusive holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays) ### General > [Visit Oldmeldrum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oldmeldrum.dx6127878) > > [Visit The Cultural Quarter](https://www.expedia.co.uk/The-Cultural-Quarter.dx6196972) > > [Visit Albury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albury.dx6052058) ---