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Hotel Kapalai

3.0 star property
Hotel in Semporna with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Interior
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Restaurant
Superior Room, 2 Single Beds | Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Room options

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
Block H, Bandar Kapalai, Batu 1.5, Jalan Bubul, Semporna, 91308

What's nearby

  • Semporna Mosque - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tropical Research and Conservation Centre - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Limau Limau - 24 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wang Wang Soto House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Cham Chuan Kee 詹全记 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restoran Tawakkal Baru - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tweet Corner Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel Kapalai

Property highlights
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant at Hotel Kapalai. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 199 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Blackout curtains and slippers
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

Languages

English, Malay

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included 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
Property Registration Number SPA/2023/8855

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Kapalai Hotel
Hotel Kapalai Semporna
Hotel Kapalai Hotel Semporna

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Kapalai pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kapalai?

As of 16 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kapalai on 26 July 2025 start from AU$161.39, including 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Kapalai?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kapalai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Kapalai?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Kapalai located?

Situated in Semporna, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Semporna Mosque and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Tropical Research and Conservation Centre. Bukit Tengkorak and Limau Limau are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Hotel Kapalai Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

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

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024