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LA Hotel Tawau
Hotels • Sabah

LA Hotel Tawau

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From ¥ 7,159
¥ 7,230
City Garden Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

City Garden Hotel

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★ 4.3 (58)
From ¥ 3,922
Blu Sentral Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Blu Sentral Hotel

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From ¥ 8,091
Shervinton Executive Boutique Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Shervinton Executive Boutique Hotel

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★ 3.3 (63)
From ¥ 5,532
Prince Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Prince Hotel

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★ 3.9 (18)
From ¥ 4,147
Hotel Emas
Hotels • Sabah

Hotel Emas

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From ¥ 7,550
Check Inn Hotel Tawau
Hotels • Sabah

Check Inn Hotel Tawau

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★ 4.2 (42)
From ¥ 4,671
Borneo Royale Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Borneo Royale Hotel

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★ 3.5 (194)
From ¥ 7,263
MB Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

MB Hotel

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★ 3.8 (87)
From ¥ 4,652
Heritage Hotel
Hotels • Sabah

Heritage Hotel

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★ 3.9 (103)
From ¥ 5,043
I-FLY HOTEL
Hotels • Sabah

I-FLY HOTEL

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From ¥ 6,244
Pertama Lodge
Hotels • Sabah

Pertama Lodge

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★ 3.9 (19)
From ¥ 3,576

Tawau at a glance

When is the busiest time for Tawau activities?

Book earlier for peak months

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+50%
+25%
Typical
-25%
-50%
-37% Quietest
Jan
-25%
Feb
0%
Mar
0%
Apr
+41%
May
-3%
Jun
Busiest +44%
Jul
+35%
Aug
+4%
Sep
-21%
Oct
-19%
Nov
-15%
Dec

Bookings from Singapore peak in July (+44%) and are quietest in January (about 37% below a typical month), so book earlier for July travel while January offers easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Tawau cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.

$100
$80
$60
$40
Avg $52 Priciest $99 Cheapest $40
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in November at around USD 40, roughly 60% below the priciest month in July, so November trips tend to be both cheaper and quieter. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

9 daysLast-minute
22 daysTypical
31 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 22 days ahead, so there’s moderate lead time for planning; with demand peaking in July, consider booking sooner for peak dates. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Tawau

Local weather

  • MAR - OCT
    32°24°

    Warm tropical weather with generally better travel conditions

  • NOV - FEB
    31°23°

    Wetter period with heavier showers possible

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1JPY = 0.03MYR

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Tawau

Quick snapshot of Tawau and what to expect

Tawau is a coastal gateway known for water activities and outdoor experiences; Klook booking patterns show a clear high season in mid-year and quieter pockets at the start of the year. Water-based tours and marine experiences lead bookings, and demand ebbs and flows noticeably through the calendar.

Best times to visit and how prices move

Klook data show July as the busiest month and January as the quietest. Prices also peak in July and then drop through the autumn months, with November typically the cheapest month on Klook. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for the quieter months around January or November; for the peak-season atmosphere and the widest selection of water activities, July and August are the months to target. Overall, demand and prices move together around mid-year—high demand in July corresponds with higher prices—while late-year months are both calmer and generally cheaper.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore who book Tawau experiences typically finalise plans a few weeks ahead, and on Klook bookings often happen around three weeks before travel. If you’re flexible and travelling for fewer days, you can still book many experiences close to departure, but plan a little earlier for peak months like July to secure preferred water-activity slots. Use Klook to compare options and lock in activities when you have dates, especially during the mid-year peak.

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