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About this property
Beachfront and Leisure: Sutera at Mantanani Island Resort & Spa in Pulau Mantanani Besar offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and spa facilities. Guests can enjoy a restaurant serving Malaysian and local cuisines, a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, balconies with sea views, private bathrooms, and amenities such as tea and coffee makers, bidets, and free toiletries. Additional facilities include a games room, outdoor seating area, and free private parking. Dining and Activities: The resort serves continental and buffet breakfasts, lunch, dinner, and high tea. Guests can participate in walking tours, canoeing, and snorkelling, with snorkelling options in the surrounding area highly praised. Guest Services: Services include a paid shuttle, housekeeping, full-day security, luggage storage, and free private parking. Reception staff speak English, Malay, and Chinese.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Availability
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jonathan
Malaysia
“Only stayed one night but puas hati gila! Our room was right on the beach — open the door, terus beach depan mata. Snorkelling was free, we kayaked, rode the ATV, and even flew a kite just for fun. The island was calm, peaceful, and the staff...” - Jonathan
Malaysia
“Location was absolutely stunning, secluded, peaceful, and surrounded by crystal clear waters. It felt like a private island escape. The beachfront views were unbeatable! The snorkelling experience was a highlight! Just a short boat ride from the...” - Neroli
New Zealand
“Fabulous staff, clean, right on the waterfront, stunning beach, excellent range of activities, great food, peaceful.” - Chee
Australia
“Very helpful and friendly staff. Thank you for the manager Thomas, the reception Romeo, the diver Naznur, and the chef, waitresses, housekeepers. Well activities arrangements, beautiful location.” - Jessica
Malaysia
“The best place to go snorkeling, other than Semporna. Its a good place to relax.” - Martijn
Netherlands
“+ staying at an island like this was an amazing experience, also a beautiful view on Mt Kinabalu + Excellent staff + Restaurant was good, both a la carte and the breakfast + Comfortable big bed, spacious bedroom + Free boat return transfer” - Hui
Malaysia
“White sandy beaches with crystal clear water surrounding the entire property. Friendly staff.” - Lillian
Malaysia
“Beautiful! Delicious food, friendly & helpful staff.” - Nicole
United Kingdom
“Ocean view. Relaxed atmosphere. Lots of activities - attending the snorkelling session in the morning was fantastic, where you get taken off the island and get to explore the live colourful coral and shoals of fish. I’d read previous reviews about...” - Hanna
Sweden
“Excellent service, stunning views and superb housekeeping”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineMalaysian • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 3 years are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
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 with MY PR card are exempted.
The property offers a boat transfer service at a surcharge. Please contact the property for more details if you wish to use the service.
The return transfer from The Magellan Sutera to Rampayan Jetty will be MYR 82 per person (per adult and per child above 3 years old).
Return land transfer from The Magellan Sutera, Kota Kinabalu to Sutera Jetty Mantanani, Kota Belud.
Return land transfers are not included in the rates unless stated in the confirmation. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to arrange land transfers.
Extra charges apply for adults and children aged 3 and above. For more information, please contact the resort directly.
Return boat transfer: The resort is on an island, with only one boat trip available daily.
Jetty to Resort: The boat departs from Jetty Sutera Mantanani at 14:15. Please arrive by 13:45 for registration.
Resort to Jetty: The return boat from the island leaves at 13:00
Jetty Location: Boat transfers will take place at Jetty Sutera Mantanani.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Sutera at Mantanani Island Resort & Spa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
A damage deposit of MYR 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.