Club Med is going to have a new outpost in Malaysia and it will call Borneo its home. Reservations are now open for highly anticipated resort set along the sunlit shores of Kota Kinabalu. This new destination welcomes travellers to discover Borneo’s extraordinary scenery, where lush rainforest meets powdery beaches and breathtaking ocean views. Tailored for modern adventurers, the resort pairs immersive nature encounters with Club Med’s signature all-inclusive hospitality and curated leisure experiences.
Framed by Borneo’s breathtaking scenery, the resort is set to present an elevated retreat balancing thrilling adventure, restorative relaxation, and authentic cultural exploration. Guests can anticipate expansive ocean views, family-friendly experiences, and wellness-led programming inspired by the surrounding biodiversity and local heritage. As excitement grows, Club Med Borneo introduces a fresh vision for luxury island escapes in Malaysia’s diverse and nature-rich Sabah region.
A New Chapter for Club Med in Borneo, Malaysia
The reservation books for the new resort open on 24 March 2026. Set on the pristine shores of Kuala Penyu, the resort is scheduled to receive its inaugural guests in November 2026. Marking a milestone, Club Med Borneo is the brand’s second Malaysian resort following Cherating and its first BREEAM-certified beachfront property.
Surrounded by verdant rainforest and the shimmering South China Sea, the resort offers a fully immersive tropical paradise experience. With just a ninety-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the resort grants effortless entry to Sabah’s coastal landscapes and traditions. Inspired by Rumah Rungus longhouses, the resort features a timber pavilion that honours Borneo’s architectural roots and complements its natural environment.
Discover Nature and Culture at Club Med Borneo Kota Kinabalu
Crafted for modern travellers, the resort offers 400 stylish rooms, including 39 Exclusive Collection Suites with elevated comfort and privacy. Introducing the Mutiara Exclusive Collection, a luxurious resort-within-a-resort, offering guests a private lounge,pool, and intimate Bayu Bar for elevated relaxation. With infinity pools, splash parks, and refined venues including Alam, Laut, and Pasir, guests enjoy varied culinary, leisure, and relaxation experiences.
Travellers can experience Sabah’s cultural and ecological richness beyond the resort with curated excursions spanning the wider Sabah region. Guests can enjoy guided visits to Mari-Mari Cultural Village, experiencing indigenous traditions through hands-on demonstrations, live performances, and storytelling. Island snorkelling, river safaris, and wildlife encounters highlight Borneo’s natural wonders, including iconic hornbills and the rare endemic Proboscis monkey.
Sustainability and Community at Club Med Borneo Kota Kinabalu
Spanning seventeen hectares along pristine coastline, Club Med Borneo is realised in collaboration with Golden Sands Beach Resort City Sdn Bhd. Generating upwards of 350 jobs, the project fosters economic empowerment and opportunities for local communities near the resort. Even before opening, the construction phase has already engaged hundreds of local workers, reflecting a strong commitment to inclusive regional development.
Sustainability drives Club Med’s Happy to Care programme, encouraging responsible architecture, safeguarding biodiversity, and implementing long-term environmental stewardship initiatives. Aiming for BREEAM compliance and Green Globe certification, the resort underscores its commitment to sustainability and responsible, eco-conscious hospitality.
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