Mile 36 Lodge

In a beautiful location where you feel immersed in nature. I t was a bit of a harrowing walk along the highway to/from Kinabalu Park so recommend taking transport. Staff were helpful and friendly. Restaurant was really yummy local food.

The hostel is convinielty located near the national park but is otherwise a complete disappointment. It is not clean and the facilities are pretty terrible. Rooms are separated by stud walls so you can hear EVERYTHING. Bathroom is a wet room, which is usually fine but this has no proper drainage meaning the entire room is damp. All a bit depressing.

Mile 36 was a lovely place to stay when visiting Kinabalu National Park and we had an amazing view of the mountain from the balcony outside our bedroom. The staff were really helpful especially in arranging the public bus to collect us en route to Sepilok. It is worth noting that there are limited dining options outside the National Park but the difference in price from staying at Mile 36 versus staying within the National Park is definitely worth it!