Located just below the typhoon belt sits the “Land of the Wind,” or Sabah, Borneo. Even though this area misses most of the severe wind from typhoons, it still experiences breezes and gusts that will challenge any golfer. If you catch the wind just right, you may even drive the ball farther. More than 15 different golf courses dot this area of Borneo, from the pristine country clubs to the courses that are open to the public.
Nexus Resort and Spa Karambunai
Sitting next to the South China Sea, the Nexus Resort and Spa dazzles you with breathtaking views. The 485-room hotel is nestled along the peninsula and just a few steps away from private beaches. Sitting in the middle of an 18-hole golf course, this resort provides the golfer with everything they need. Most of the fairways and greens have water along the sides, which makes your tee shots even more important. Once you are done on the course, you can fulfill your palate at on the eight restaurants sitting on the grounds of the resort.
Nexus Resort and Spa Karambunai
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay
Locked Bag 100, 88993
Kota Kinabalu
Sabah, Malaysia
011 (+60) 88 411222
nexusresort.com
Swiss-Inn Waterfront Sandakan
One of the most popular tourist attractions when visiting Sabah is the waterfront at Sandakan Harbor Square. Nestled up close to the waterfront is the Swiss Inn. Its 138-rooms will centralize you to the city, where you can find shops and sidewalk cafes. If you want to enjoy the waterfront, you can always choose to eat at the Waterfront Seafood Bar and Grill. Each of the rooms have all the modern amenities, as well as an LCD television. The hotel desk will even exchange your currency for the local notes used in the country.
Swiss-Inn Waterfront Sandakan
HS12, Sandakan Harbour Square 90000
Sandakan
Sabah, Malaysia
011 (+60) 89 240888
swissgarden.com
Likas Square Condotel
Located close to Sabah’s shopping district sits the Likas Square Condotel. With only 28-rooms, this hotel provides each guest a more intimate stay. The Likas also has shuttles running to and from one of Sabah’s famous golf courses, the Sabah Golf and Country Club. The management has made arrangements with the country club to offer discounts to their guests. Noted for its rooms, staying at the Likas Square Condotel is like staying in your own apartment. Each room has a living area, stocked kitchen, dining room and sleeping quarters. Outside the hotel, you will find tennis courts, jogging track and local driving range, where you can warm up before playing a round of golf at the country club.
Likas Square Condotel
1, Lorong Likas Square, Jalan Istiadat Likas 88400
Kota Kinabalu
Sabah, Malaysia
011 (+60) 88 252233
likassquare.com.my