The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

Set atop a 328 foot hill overlooking the Kinabatangan Forest Reserve, The Last Frontier Boutique Resort is located in Bilit, and is located a 2 hour drive from the beautiful Sandakan. This property features rooms that provide towels and bed linen. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries. Guests can enjoy drinks at the on-site bar. At The Last Frontier Boutique Resort you will find luggage storage and lockers. Accessible only via a 600-step staircase, the property is located adjacent to the Kinabatangan Forest Reserve. Guests will have access to some of Sabah's most unique wildlife. Boat cruises and jungle-trekking activities are included in every stay. Free parking is available on-site. Transfers to Sandakan Town can be arranged by the property at an additional charge. The nearest airport, Sandakan Airport, is a 2 hour drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Maggie
United States United States
“Everything was great. Very clear communication about pick up and they were right on time. The room was very comfortable and seemed very new. No bugs got inside and being up on top of a hill gave great views and there weren’t many mosquitos at all....”
Peter
Australia Australia
“Outstanding peace and quiet mixed with wildlife experience”
Deb
Australia Australia
“Beautiful location on top of a ridge with 360 degree views. Fully immersed in the jungle and wildlife. Hardly any mosquitoes due to the elevation and breeze. Jason was the most amazing host. He looked after us al and nothing was too much...”
Edward
Netherlands Netherlands
“Amazing personal touch and beautiful setting on the hill above the river. Truly unique experience.”
Katrice
Australia Australia
“Jason the owner and Ryan the guide were fabulous and really made our stay memorable. Jason was an excellent host and Ryan’s ability to spot wildlife made the river cruises and walk great experiences. We were really fortunate to see a mother and...”
Jonathan
Germany Germany
“It was truly an incredible experience. We would especially like to highlight the service. It was genuinely the best we have ever had. A huge thank you to Jason and the entire team for making our stay so special. The boat tours were absolutely...”
Josephine
Germany Germany
“We had an incredible stay at The Last Frontier, largely thanks to the exemplary service from the entire team. Jason is an exceptionally attentive and considerate host; his local knowledge made our conversations insightful and fun. Guide Ryan made...”
Allyson
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I very rarely give 10 out of 10. I will only be repeating what all the other reviewers are saying… all true. So I will just say. Thank you Gert for your excellent communication. Thank you to Jason for delicious and thoughtful food. Being the...”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We loved being up above the canopy. The organised trek and boat trips were great, Ryan was a fantastic guide. Gert was super friendly and very informative. The food was outstanding. Loved it being a small resort with only 4 rooms and bonding...”
Niti
Australia Australia
“Great experience of staying on the top of the hill. Food was excellent, staff were great.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Monkey cup cafe
  • Cuisine
    Malaysian • Asian • International
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

The Last Frontier Boutique Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 8 are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

8 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 270 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

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

The fine print

Must-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 note that any and all transfers that guests wish to arrange with the property need to be communicated to the property prior to arrival.

There will be no refund on unused meals or activities.

Resort is located on top of a hill - a walk up 538 steps staircase (328 foot high).

The hotel provides free lockers to avoid customers to bring unnecessary heavy luggage upstairs.

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Please note that power outages are common in the area, and cannot be predicted.

Bedding is subject to availability due to limited rooms.

Please note that a 2-night minimum stay is required at this property.

Please inform The Last Frontier Boutique Resort of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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