Bilit Rainforest Lodge
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KG Bilit Seberang Jalan Sukau, Kota Kinabatangan 90200 Malaysia
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#2 of 7 in Kota Kinabatangan
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Bilit Rainforest Lodge is located beside the Lower Kinabatangan River in the village of Bilit, approximately 2 hours drive from Sandakan. It is a set of amidst lush tropical forest and offers comfort and peaceful relaxation as well as a base for easy exploration of the incredible diversity of plant, mammal and birds at the Kinabatangan region. All chalets and the restaurant are made from local hardwood material and are designed to blend into the nature giving a unique local native ambience. The rooms are very spacious and comfortable with a minimum of 600 sq.ft. for standard chalets and 800 sq. ft. for VIP permier chalets. A boardwalk connects the jetty, restaurant and all the chalets.
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Free breakfast
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Breakfast buffet
Darts
Table tennis
Gift shop
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Shared lounge / TV area
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Air conditioning
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Non-smoking rooms
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KG Bilit Seberang Jalan Sukau, Kota Kinabatangan 90200 Malaysia
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What a wonderful place! Nothing was too much trouble and the team really looked after us from the moment we were picked up from the pier and taken to our Chalet. Rooms are spotlessly clean and the air con works well. My son is vegetarian and lovely food appeared for him at each of our meals. Paul, our guide, along with our fabulous boat captain made each river cruise special as they were so skilled and knowledgeable. We were even lucky enough to see the pigmy elephants. A very special place and stay giving memories that will last a lifetime
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Aisah_Customer_Care, Public Relations Manager at Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Responded 20 Nov 2019
Hi Currir, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! It's so great to hear that you and your son had an enjoyable and memorable stay at Bilit Rainforest Lodge! Indeed, you were very lucky to see the pygmy elephants during the river cruise, truly an encounter that will last a lifetime! We hope to see you and your son staying with us again when you're both back in Borneo. Have a great week ahead, cheers!
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This was a highlight of the trip for me! I booked through River Junkies and everything went great - we did a 2D/1N trip. The bus picked us up from our Sepilok hotel right on time and we were off to Bilit Rainforest Lodge. When we got there, they provided a snack and drinks before boarding our first river cruise. We saw all kinds of wildlife on the cruise - proboscis monkeys, pig tailed macaque, long tailed macaque, silverleaf monkeys, various types of birds...and the elusive Bornean pygmy elephant!! It did start pouring rain on us while we were going to the elephant but the water was worth it to me to see the elephant (my pics are awful of the elephant because of the rain though unfortunately). The dinner provided was excellent and they had chicken, seafood, and vegetarian…
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Response from Aisah_Customer_Care, Public Relations Manager at Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Responded 17 Nov 2019
Hi Meaghan G, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! The river cruise on the Kinabatangan River is definitely the highlight and you were very lucky to see the Bornean pygmy elephant, even though it was raining! But there's no rainforest without a little rain right ;) and indeed, the monkeys are very mischievous and playful so taking care of your belongings is good advice! We hope to see you and your family back in Borneo and staying with us again in the near future! All the best!
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So sad to have left this place after 2 nights and and 2 action packed days. Paul our guide was so enthusiastic and was never off duty. He looked after us from start to finish and made sure we saw as much as we could. The food here was delicious and plentiful, catering well for a vegetarian diet also. The staff were charming and attentive. Captain Ronnie knew exactly where to find animals along the river and we saw many types of birds, macaques, crocodiles, monitor lizards. Do not expect 5 star luxury but this place is very comfortable and you will be well looked after. Would return in a heartbeat.
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Response from Aisah_Customer_Care, Public Relations Manager at Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Responded 9 Oct 2019
Dear Uglynet, Thank you for the 5-star review! Your satisfaction and comfort means a lot to us, so we're happy to hear that you and your friends and family were well looked after. Sabah is great for wildlife spotting so we're glad that you got to witness some magnificent wildlife in your 2 night trip. We will be sure to pass the compliments to Paul and Captain Ronnie. We hope to see you all again soon! Cheers!
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overall stay was wonderful. Spacious room, 2 double beds in each room. Separate shower and toilet. Suitable for Family as each 2 chalet is adjoining and has a connecting door. buffet spreads are amazing, freshly cooked meal everytime. Guide and staffs are outstanding. Our Guide, Man is doing beyond his duty. Never failed to amazed us, and he deserve a praise. Mobile coverage is not really that great. Wifi is available, but limited.
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Date of stay: January 2019
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Response from Aisah_Customer_Care, Public Relations Manager at Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Responded 9 Oct 2019
Hi Audr3x, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're happy that you and your family and friends had a good and comfortable stay in Bilit. We will be sure to pass your compliments to Man and the rest of the team. We hope to see you again soon, cheers!
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The reason to be at this location is to see the wildlife. Although you never know what animals will show themselves the entire experience of being in their world is thrilling. This lodge makes that experience happen while on the river or through jungle walks. Most importantly I always felt safe around the snakes, leeches and other species whose world I invaded. Memories to share for a long time.
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Date of stay: October 2019
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Response from HadleyHo, Guest Relations Manager at Bilit Rainforest Lodge
Responded 6 Oct 2019
Dear Robin L, Warmest Greeting from Bilit Rainforest Lodge. Thank you for your reviews, it was our pleasure to make your journey memorable :)
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bilit rainforest hotel sabah
LOCATION
MalaysiaSabahKinabatangan DistrictKota Kinabatangan
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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