Bigfin beach resort

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.6

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About this property

Facing the seafront in Kota Belud, Bigfin beach resort features a private beach area. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a garden. The property provides sea views and a terrace. At the resort, every room is fitted with a balcony that opens up to views of the sea and the mountain. A buffet breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests at Bigfin beach resort can enjoy scuba diving, snorkelling, and kayaking while other on-site activities includes hiking or simply lounging by the beach. Kota Kinabalu is 65 km from the accommodation. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 70 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American

Private parking available

Activities:

  • Canoeing

  • Hiking

  • Diving

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
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2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Maria
Germany Germany
“12/10 - we loved the place and it was great to stay there for 5 nights as you can really relax and calm down. We also went snorkeling, diving and renting a kayak to see more lovely beaches. We will definitely come back! Thanks again to the team!”
Jo
Australia Australia
“We loved it so much we extended our stay. The location is awesome - being on the side of a hill, there is a view from everywhere. I especially liked my breakfast view. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. My husband loved the kayak fishing...”
Carol
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I loved my Bigfin stay. The staff were wonderful, the snorkelling off the beach was excellent, food was delicious and obviously cooked by someone who loves his job. The accommodation was fairly basic but was clean and comfortable with great...”
Isabelle
France France
“Everything ! The beauty of the place,even the details with the planting of flowers and plants. Food was very good. Very kind staff. Everything day, a man cleans the beach! So ok there is just electricity between 5 pm and 9 pm , but it is written...”
Leon
Netherlands Netherlands
“This small-scale resort has it all. In a relaxing environment. You're offered a beautiful view of the bay. With it's in house diving facility or by snorkeling, you're able to explore the underwater world as you like. The rooms are basic adjusted...”
Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location is unreal! Feels like you’re own private beach in Borneo with a view of Mount Kinabalu and crystal clear waters. Diving available, and good home cooked simple meals to keep you fed it’s such a perfect little escape and getaway. Rooms are...”
Matthew
Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam
“A complete getaway began with the boat ride across the bay to the resort. The drive to the Dragon Pearl Resort felt like we were escaping civilisation to begin with. When we stepped onto the boat the escape was complete. Three days in paradise...”
Terje
Norway Norway
“Location is fantastic. Arriving by taxi and being picked up directly on the beach by boat. Could not be better and a contrast to busy KK.”
Olivier
Belgium Belgium
“-The location is unique, literally. Isolated but not too remote, with a perfect beach, surrounded by superb jungle (and its sounds) -infrastructure is in line with what can be expected for the price (reasonable). No airco and limited power,...”
Marinus
Netherlands Netherlands
“Two thumbs up. This place is so well run and maintained. All staff are so kind, helpful and reliable. There is no pressure whatsoever to book any of the tours. The staff are completely open about what they do and don't offer, so no unpleasant...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Malaysian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

Bigfin beach resort takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Please inform Bigfin beach resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.