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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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Hotel Kapalai combines relaxation with practical amenities in its beautiful setting. Travelers can start their day with coffee at the café, sample local cuisine at the restaurant, and appreciate the convenience of complimentary self-parking during their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mobile key entry
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mobile key entry
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mobile key entry
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mobile key entry
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Mobile key entry
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Twin Super Single

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
LCD TV
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2

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

Superior Super King

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
LCD TV
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2

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

Deluxe King

Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Cable/satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2

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

Executive Super King W/ Balcony

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
LCD TV
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Premier Super King W/ Balcony

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

Premier Super King W/ Balcony

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
LCD TV
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Double Queen

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

Deluxe Double Queen

Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
LCD TV
Laptop workspace
Mobile key entry
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
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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
  • Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Limau Limau - 24 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apple Cafe 蘋果茶餐廳 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sutera Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mr Tako Takoyaki - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Summer Breeze Cafe - ‬2 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

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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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

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

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 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kapalai on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$147.82, 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 Archaeological Site and Limau Limau are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Kapalai Reviews

8.6

Excellent

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Ilsun

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oon

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

10/10 Excellent

siyoung

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