J Residence vs Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Poring Hot Springs

Same City · Kinabalu National Park Distance: 18.7km
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J Residence

★★★ 3-Star
8.0 2,846
Kinabalu National Park
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Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Poring Hot Springs

8.6 1,615
Kinabalu National Park
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
8.0 (2,863)
8.6 (1,627)
Expedia
7.6 (99)
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8.0 (2,962)
8.6 (1,627)

Strengths & Weaknesses

J Residence Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Poring Hot Springs
Strengths Strengths
+ Reviews repeat great access to Kinabalu Park within 5-min walk + Rooms are spacious, clean, and beds are comfortable, as many reviews note
+ Many say rooms clean with nice natural views from balcony + Right next to Poring Hot Springs and hiking trails for easy nature activities
+ Mentions of friendly staff helping with late check-ins + Staff are friendly and attentive, repeatedly mentioned
+ Families note convenient BBQ facilities and spacious rooms + Peaceful atmosphere with river sounds and greenery stands out
+ Comfortable beds and good cleanliness praised + AC and hot water facilities work well
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Several complaints about steep access road - Remote location limits shopping and external amenities
- Reviews note lack of clothes/towel hangers - Weak Wi-Fi signal noted in reviews
- Shower water lukewarm or low pressure mentioned - Breakfast options are limited

Recommended For

Hikers Families Couples Groups

Recommended For

Couples Groups Nature lovers Families

Guest Reviews

J Residence

Expedia 8.0 Family

Family BBQ fun, friendly staff, comfy beds

Parking lot condition iffy

Expedia 8.0 Family

200m to park, big room balcony nice

Steep hill inconvenient

Agoda 8.4 Group

Clean with great balcony views

No hangers, steep path

Agoda 9.2 Couple

Convenient for climb, clean

Weak water pressure

Agoda 10.0 Family with kids

Clean and well-maintained

Small sink

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Poring Hot Springs

Agoda 10.0 Group

Spacious clean river lodge blending with nature

Agoda 8.8 Couple

Right at hot springs entrance, clean room comfy bed

Shared bathroom booking note

Agoda 10.0 Family

Natural wood modern interior, AC pre-on

Agoda 9.6 Group

Private tub river sounds, nearby restaurant

Agoda 8.8 Couple

Nature activities hot springs privacy

Sulfur smell

Location Comparison

Distance: 18.7km

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