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I decided to stay at Billabong because let's face it; I think Billabong Scuba is one of the best budget accommodation in Mabul.
From my point of view, there are two extremes in Mabul; budget vs luxury resorts.
Most of the so called 'hotel' in Mabul offers packages [2D1N, 3D2N etc] since you'll need to pay for the 1 hour boat ride to the island plus food and snorkeling. Everything is done in-house.
To be honest, I chose Billabong Scuba because it looks the nicest *vain*.
However, my initial interaction with them were not that great.
- Contacted them via email [in English] asking for the package price. 3D2N in seaview chalet cost RM763 per person. Was told that they don't accept 2D1N bookings
- Which is a bit weird considering I've read people sharing their experiences online
- Using another email address, I contacted them again [in Malay this time] and wallaaaaa .... the price for 2D1N package is RM510 per pax
- For your information, sea view chalet is the best class of accommodation they had. Other room types are cheaper
- In the end, we ended up paying only RM426 during check in. Tak pasti kenapa.
Things To Take Note
- They only have 1 boat trip from Semporna to Mabul everyday - at 8am
- The checkout time is at 12noon but the boat to Semporna will come at 3.30pm
- Electric is only available from 11am-4pm and 6pm to 6am
- Don't bring food into the room [rats]
- 3 snorkeling trips daily; 8am, 10am and 1.30pm
What I Love About Them
What Could Be Improved
Other than that, it was great considering it's a budget accommodation.
- guided snorkeling + free water confidence lesson. These guided snorkeling is very useful as the ocean current was ridiculous. Hahaha
- compared to other places, they offered cheaper cooking charges. Ranges from RM5-RM15.
- comfortable bed
- good food
- in the morning and evening, the locals will be selling fresh seafood just below the resort
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All these for RM50 |
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RM90 lobster |
What Could Be Improved
- the toilet was a bit run down [toilet bowl cover was broken]
- streamlined the communication ; how can different people quote different prices?
Other than that, it was great considering it's a budget accommodation.
RM510 per pax [Quoted Price]
- welcoming drink
- return boat transfer
- accommodation with en suite bathroom and AC
- 3 snorkeling trips around Mabul /Kapalai
- 2 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
- 24/7 hot drinks + bread + spread

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