Hibiscus Beach Retreat

Top choice in Sabah


Perched on a hill overlooking a beautiful 1.5km swath of sand lapped by teal-green sea, these two bijou one-bedroom cabanas, Treetops and Clifftop, have high thatch roofs, fan-only rooms, self-catering facilities, sundeck with loungers and contemporary art. Order a fresh fruit breakfast, snorkel, then kick back, watch the sunset and prepare for the barbecue, cooked by a local chef.


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