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Hotel Kapalai

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Semporna hotel

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Interior
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Restaurant
Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds | Bathroom | Slippers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Block H, Bandar Kapalai, Batu 1.5, Jalan Bubul, Semporna, 91308
  • Bukit Tengkorak
  • Semporna Mosque
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tropical Research and Conservation Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Semporna

In Semporna .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Semporna hotel, you'll find Semporna Mosque and Tropical Research and Conservation Centre. Bukit Tengkorak is within 6 miles (10 km) and Limau Limau is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Semporna Mosque - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Tropical Research and Conservation Centre - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Limau Limau - 24 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Fung Ling 枫林茶餐室 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restoran Gembira Ah Loong - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bonda Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel Kapalai

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Semporna hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.
  • 199 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Kapalai offers 199 accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 300 per accommodation
  • Service fee: 8 percent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number SPA/2023/8855

Property is also known as

Hotel Kapalai Hotel
Hotel Kapalai Semporna
Hotel Kapalai Hotel Semporna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Kapalai to the airport?

Hotel Kapalai is 50.2 mi (75-min drive) away from the Tawau (TWU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kapalai?

As of Sep 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kapalai on Sep 4, 2025 start from $75.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Kapalai have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Kapalai.

Does Hotel Kapalai offer free breakfast?

Hotel Kapalai does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Kapalai?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kapalai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Kapalai?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Kapalai have a pool?

Hotel Kapalai does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Kapalai have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Kapalai have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Kapalai to downtown Semporna?

Hotel Kapalai is 1.1 mi away from Semporna.

Hotel Kapalai Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ilsun

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I lost the door key (plastic one), they charge me $80RM, it’s about $20… it’s ridiculous 😒
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

siyoung

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024