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Sepilok Jungle Resort

3 of 5 stars
xwennix
Cornwall
Dec 19, 2009

Well, going by there website and advertisements it looks amazing, in reality its nothing like it. Doesn't even have half the facilities it advertises. I'm not one to usually write bad reviews, but we...more

“Great rooms - Amazing rooftop!”

NAK Hotel

4 of 5 stars
xwennix
Cornwall
Dec 19, 2009

The staff here are very helpful, the rooms are good value, bathrooms very nice, if i was to complain then I'd say they are rather noisy in the morning, but that's as it's right by the bus station....more

“Pricey but an experience to be had!”

Turtle Island Park

3 of 5 stars
xwennix
Cornwall
Dec 19, 2009

Make sure when booking you go straight to Crystal Quest on the jetty, as all tour agents go through this company and you'll get it cheaper. The island is nice, I wouldn't reccommend snorkeling as far...more

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