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2 adults, 1 room

1/5
3.5/5
Good
4 reviews
300m from downtown
177.75
Based on rates from 15 Sep
1/5
300m from downtown
29.78
Based on rates from 7 Oct
1/5
3.0/5
Good
1 reviews
100m from downtown
24.39
Based on rates from 12 Sep
1/5
3.4/5
Good
6 reviews
400m from downtown
47.04
Based on rates from 25 Sep
1/5
3.2/5
Good
7 reviews
300m from downtown
100+ people booked
39.90
Based on rates from 25 Sep
1/5
4.0/5
Great
5 reviews
400m from downtown
36.03
Based on rates from 25 Sep
1/5
3.0/5
Good
1 reviews
400m from downtown
46.48
Based on rates from 1 Oct
1/5
4.3/5
Great
48 reviews
300m from downtown
700+ people booked
27.40
Based on rates from 25 Sep
1/5
3.4/5
Good
34 reviews
300m from downtown
500+ people booked
22.14
Based on rates from 7 Oct
1/5
3.3/5
Good
28 reviews
300m from downtown
400+ people booked
41.05
Based on rates from 11 Oct
1/5
3.5/5
Good
1 reviews
500m from downtown
31.46
Based on rates from 20 Sep
1/5
2.7/5
Below average
3 reviews
200m from downtown
19.98
Based on rates from 4 Oct

Top rated hotels in Semporna

1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
1.9km from downtown
30.49
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
200m from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
41.84
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
2.8km from Semporna Airport
Hospitable service
68.10
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
200m from Mabul Paradise Lodge
Clean and tidy
Well-equipped facilities
39.98
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
8 reviews
1.0km from Semporna Airport
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
79.83
1/5
4.3/5
Great
48 reviews
300m from downtown
27.40
1/5
4.3/5
Great
4 reviews
1.8km from downtown
Hospitable service
Well-equipped facilities
55.78
1/5
4.0/5
Great
5 reviews
400m from downtown
36.03
1/5
4.0/5
Great
1 reviews
400m from downtown
Hospitable service
Well-equipped facilities
42.50
1/5
4.0/5
Great
1 reviews
300m from downtown
Hospitable service
Well-equipped facilities
45.87
1/5
4.0/5
Great
1 reviews
600m from downtown
47.37
1/5
3.5/5
Good
1 reviews
500m from downtown
31.46

Luxury hotels in Semporna

1/5
700m from downtown
Fitness
Business center
89.06
1/5
3.5/5
Good
4 reviews
300m from downtown
177.75
1/5
3.0/5
Good
1 reviews
220.41
1/5
700m from downtown
Fitness
127.06

Semporna at a glance

When are Semporna hotels cheapest?

Time your stay for lower nightly rates

Typical range Typical rate
$250
$200
$150
$100
$50
$0
Avg $48 Priciest $80 Cheapest $20
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Mar Apr May Jun

Nightly rates dip to their low in December, when prices are around USD 20 per night — roughly 75% below the peak seen in October, which is the priciest month. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How much do Semporna hotels cost per night?

Typical nightly rate

$60
$40
$20
$0
$43
Economy
$57
Standard

Economy hotels offer the best balance of price and comfort at around USD 43 per night; the biggest price jump is from economy to standard (+USD 14), with the priciest tier about 1.3× the cheapest. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

8 daysLast-minute
14 daysTypical
43 daysEarly

Travellers from Australia typically book about 14 days ahead, giving moderate flexibility; for the priciest month named in the price card (October) consider booking earlier than that. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

More about Semporna hotels

Staying in Semporna: how hotel prices stack up

Staying in Semporna is compact: the gap between the most affordable and more premium rooms is modest (about 1.3 times from top to bottom), so upgrading doesn’t multiply your nightly cost. The best balance for value-conscious travellers is the economy tier, which typically gives the most bang for your buck.

How economy, standard, premium and luxury compare here

Economy rooms sit at the entry point and represent the best-value option for most travellers; they’re notably cheaper than the next tier. The biggest step up in price comes from economy to standard, so choosing to move up is the main decision point that changes your nightly spend. Premium and luxury tiers are less prominent in the local mix, meaning most travellers either stay in economy or move to standard for a clearer upgrade. Overall, economy suits budget and value-seeking visitors, standard works for those wanting a bit more comfort, and higher tiers are for guests willing to pay a premium for extra frills.

When travellers from Australia tend to book

For travellers from Australia, the priciest month is October and the cheapest month is December; December typically suits a budget-led trip because rates are lower then. Rooms here are commonly booked about two weeks in advance on average, so if you’re travelling in October consider locking in earlier than usual, while short-notice trips often work for stays outside peak pricing.

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