The Firefly Resort

Hotels
8.7 (94 reviews)
Kampung Bubul Lama , Semporna , my

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Laundry
Bar
Karaoke
Private parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Excellent food options
Cons:
Traffic can slow transfers
Some room issues mentioned

Categories

Cleanliness
8.38
Rooms are clean and well-maintained, though there was a mention of a slight musty smell in one room.
Service
9.05
Staff are extremely friendly, attentive, and willing to help at any time.
Location
8.59
A good location for those looking to escape the less desirable Semporna town; offers a free shuttle.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms are comfortable, well-sized, and equipped with air conditioning.
Amenities
8.77
Good amenities including a restaurant and free transport to the jetty.
Value for Money
8.63
Good quality for the price, with exceptional dining options when compared to local rates.
Food and Beverage
8.88
Breakfast selection is excellent and dinners are exceptional, making dining worthwhile.
Overall Experience
8.75
A fantastic experience overall, described as a peaceful and relaxing stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:27

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities: Shared lounge, bar, & free private parking.
Comfortable Accommodations: Air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and kettle in every room.
Delicious Dining Options: Enjoy buffet, à la carte, or Asian breakfast each morning at the property.

To experience top-notch amenities, comfortable accommodations, and delicious dining options, book your stay at The Firefly Resort today.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 94 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.38
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.88
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Eunice • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

Tudo! Oferece um serviço de transfer para o centro da cidade que funciona muito bem, e por vezes até personalizam as deslocações. Oferecem diversos tipos de transfer grátis. Permitem que leve o peixe fresco comprado no mercado local para o restaurante para ser preparado pelo restaurante.

Cons:

Pequeno almoço. Deveria ter maior diversidade de produtos ocidentais.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • it
7
Valida struttura per una notte a Semporna....
Pros:

Posizione subito fuori semporna, con navetta inclusa per il centro città, cosa assolutamente positiva considerato il disastro ed il degrado che c'è nel centro. Personale davvero gentilissimo

Cons:

Aria condizionata poco funzionante, cibo pessimo per gli standard europei, mi piace la cucina asiatica ma quella era veramente eccessiva....

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Giulia • family_with_children • it
10
Pros:

Personale attentissimo a tutto e super gentile. Struttura davvero ben tenuta e cibo molto buono! Un bel resort per stare nella natura

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Radosław • couple • pl
10
Pros:

very helpful staff, many thanks for helping us with transportation!

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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morey • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

It was a nice place to stay and food was good

Cons:

The rubbish along the side of the road on the final 500 metres to the location was a bit of an eyesore and was a poor reflection on the resort itself

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • gb
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Vincent • extended_group • fr
7
Bon hôtel un peu excentré de Semporna
Pros:

la chambre et la grande salle de bains

Cons:

Petit déjeuner moyen, pas de jus de fruits par exemple.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Elke • solo_traveller • nl
7
The caged bird is sad to see
Pros:

Friendly staff and great food, but the caged bird is sad to see

Cons:

I was very saddened to see the Myna bird kept in a small, bare cage near the reception. While I understand it is meant to greet guests, seeing a bird confined to such a small space feels outdated and cruel for a nature resort. I highly recommend the management to release the bird or move it to a laraer. natural space,

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • mk
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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nadia • family_with_children • fr
10
Excellent séjour
Pros:

Un accueil exceptionnel, repas très bon, tout le monde se plie en quatre pour vous satisfaire, les chambres sont basiques mais c’est très suffisant, navettes incluses pour la ville ou le port, vous pouvez laver votre linge et le sécher gratuitement

Cons:

Petit déjeuner froid, un seul fruit le matin

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • couple • es
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Shu Ern • solo_traveller • my
7
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Tessa • couple • gb
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • br
10
A comfortable resort out of town with great staff
Pros:

Nice resort with comfortable rooms. In the middle of a palm oil plantation far from the town. But they have all day free shuttle and the town of Semporna is not a nice place. Good wifi and free mineral water. The staff are amazing. Especially Karen and Yapp who are also incredible singers. The karaoke at night was top class. Breakfast varied but quality not good. Cold. On the last morning it was a little warmer so much better. However the restaurant at night had good food. Cold beer. Not open for lunch

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Mariachiara • couple • it
10
Siamo stati benissimo, personale super disponibile e cordiale.
Pros:

Cordialità, pulizia, cibo ottimo, il karaoke la sera é stato molto divertente, servizio navetta gratuito

Cons:

Nulla

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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RUHANA AZAM • extended_group • in
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • ch
10
10 out of 10
Pros:

Fantastic staff, super helpful, always able to guide you via WhatsApp. Mr Daniel (Manager) was really friendly and helped us get on Island hopping tour last minute. The food at the resort is wonderful, especially the salted egg squid. The karaoke is wonderful, look out for Karen and Jap, great singers! You can definitely see fireflies, the staff will guide you wear. Having seen the state of Semporna, it was a much better idea to stay here and have the shuttle service which takes 10min to get into town.

Cons:

Nothing. This should be your only choice in Semporna.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Christine • extended_group • gb
9
Very lovely relaxing hotel & lovely staff.
Pros:

The layout of the rooms on the property was lovely & the grounds were beautifully maintained. The staff were very friendly & the manager was very kind in helping with some medicated cream when injured my ankle on a trip. The free laundry provision was a real help. The breakfasts were ok and there was a good variety of food for dinner. The free taxi transfers to & from the pier was a real bonus too.

Cons:

The showers could have been better.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • pt
10
Estadia incrível
Pros:

Dos funcionários do hotel,super disponíveis e super simpáticos. Compramos marisco no mercado e cozinharam para nós no hotel ,estava excelente.

Cons:

O hotel poderia ter piscina uma vez que não tem praia nem fica perto,mas não foi não gostar é apenas uma atenção

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Rory • couple • au
7
Pros:

Lovely landscaping

Cons:

Needs a pool

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee