Cove 55

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2026

Tsun En

Cove 55 was the perfect finale to our family trip. Tucked between the slopes of Mount Santubong and the South China Sea, it feels like a private retreat — our room was spacious, spotless, and so quiet at night that all we heard was the jungle.

But it’s the people who made our stay. The team helped us arrange our trips to the Semenggoh orangutans and a wetland cruise, and thought of every detail so that traveling with three generations felt effortless. Breakfast was wonderful — Western and local Sarawakian dishes both — and dinner by the pool at sunset was the highlight of our whole Malaysia trip. We left rested and already planning to come back.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2026

Martin

Excellent AC in room. Room described on here as \"sea view\" turns out to be \"partial sea view\", which is the description used on the hotel's own website.

Staff very good, especially in restaurant which has a separate vegan menu with some good options.

Some evidence that maintenance has suffered, such as a missing tile on pool and water leaking through to children's pool. Water leaking from toilet handle in room. Signs direct to a spa that no longer exists.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Nov 2025

Karen

The resort is lovely, but it needs some work, tiles off on pool, all outdoor furniture by the pool looks terrible, just a bit of work would make the difference. The rooms too, paint scuffs, doors that stick and shower head that needs cleaning because most holes are blocked. We had the half board with breakfast and dinner included and that was brilliant, all meals were delicious, and dinner even came with a bottle of wine. The staff were really lovely.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2025

Richard

Absolutely incredible place. Its a boutique hotels and was very peaceful. Amazing staff who were happy to help with anything. Beautiful pool, comfy rooms, I would highly recommend staying here if you want a tranquil stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2025

Avery

Lovely

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2024

Cameron

Beautiful, peaceful retreat at the foot of Gunung Santubong. Wonderfully attentive staff with great smiles. Incredibly beautiful surroundings with a gorgeous infon

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2024

Christopher

I have to say the pool area with the mangroves in the background is stunning , especially at low tide. Within five minutes of our arrival we saw a pair of sea eagles and a collared Kingfisher.

The restaurant had a great range of options, cooked to a high standard and the staff were very friendly.

The room was large and airy with a decent balcony. My only issue is with the glass doors on the toilet and shower. No one wants to have to send their other half onto the balcony so they can use the toilet in peace. No need for this and it seems to be a trend at many beach resort type hotels :(

I also highly recommend the wildlife river cruise . Overall we had a fantastic stay at Cove 55.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2024

Arwyn

This property did not live up to expectations. The photos online must have been photoshopped and do not represent the current state of the property. Having stayed at other resorts on Malaysia, this property is not a luxury escape.
The facilities, including entrance, reception area, room including bathroom, restaurant, gardens and pool area are in desperate need of renovation, redecoration and major repairs. For example, tiles were missing from the pool and the pool leaked.
There was little or no shade around the pool. The cushions around the shaded seating area in the garden were clearly mouldy which made that option unwelcoming.

Overall I believe the descriptions and photos of the property were deceptive and the reality was very disappointing.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2024

kong

Amazing View

amazing view

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2023

HUI YEN

spacious
clean
nice staff

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2023

John

Love the quietness and privacy.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2023

scott

An excellent boutique hotel set in a beautiful location over looking the South China Sea.
Staff excellent with great public relations.
Recommended for all Inc young families, couples and romantics.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2023

anusha

Paradise on mangrove land. Picturesque with Santubong mountain on one side and the South China Sea on the other. Warm and friendly staff. Spacious, clean and beautifully furnished rooms. Truly a space for weary souls who want to rejuvenate themselves.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2022

Santhanam

A hidden gem. A very well designed and maintained property. Didn't feel like we were staying in a hotel. The staff were unfailingly polite and courteous. More importantly, they appeared genuinely keen to help. When told that we were vegetarians, the staff at the restaurant took great pains to check with the chef to have vegetarian breakfast prepared for us in lieu of that on the menu. The staff at the reception guided us on scheduling our visits to the various spots in Kuching.
We stayed 4 nights here (just before the new year) and they were one of the most relaxing and peaceful stays.
We wish Cove 55 and its staff and management a very happy new year and many successful years ahead.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2022

Jason

Relax and chill!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2022

Sheela

We loved that it was constructed in such a mod, architectural manner particularly the pool. Practicality and substance were sacrified in some areas for style, and this needs to be revisited. Expanding the menu with eveb more local fare would be good as well. Mattress, pillows and bedding were by far the best we'd ever experienced, across the globe, so kudos for that. And we love your staff. Friendly and efficient without being curious and intrusive.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Aug 2022

Clare

Beautiful surroundings

Beautiful location and surroundings. The pool has lots of sections to relax. We were upgraded and the suite was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast had a great selection. We were really pleased with our stay here

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2022

Shen Yong

Great and unparalleled hotel with great service

Everything is great and clean, very clean and tidy, great and responsive staff, a beautiful and peaceful place If you are looking for a modern and stylish place, be sure to choose this hotel, breakfast always great and fresh, Featuring the finest and most beautiful and excellent pools.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2021

Verified traveler

Average. Too many mosquitoes and no in room TV.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Oct 2021

Nurul

Pros:
1. Attentive and friendly staff
2. Freshly-made breakfast (ala-carte) with a small buffet site
3. Nice spacious room equipped with amenities
4. Staff went above and beyond to fulfil our order past the last order time

Cons:
1. No guards on site to open and close the gate. Only rely on staff who weren’t 24/7 available at the guard house
2. No experienced bartender to make good cocktail drinks. They we’re almost tasteless but priced expensively. The mocktails were delicious though.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2021

HoangChiong

Resort

Just relax and enjoy the sunrise

Business

10/10

Exceptional

19 Mar 2020

Hasantha

Sanctuary away from town

Great place, great staff, everyone very friendly and helpful. They packed breakfast and lunches for us when we couldn't make the times or were out and generally helped. However, it is a distance from the town so guided tours often charge extra for the 30min to pick you up. On the other hand, its only 10 min from the Santubong Mountain trek (about 3hrs to peak one way with 2 waterfalls on the way). Great food and even better unique cocktails from the Cambodian mixologist (forgotten his name sorry!) Try the 6 pieces of gold in particular!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Mar 2020

Marvin

Great Experience

Staff were really friendly, rooms are spacious and clean, amazing cocktails by the pool, and the top was also their breakfast, I think I never had an egg Benedict that good. Thank you for the great stay!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2019

David

Lovely quiet retreat. Very friendly and accommodation staff. Great base for day trips to National Parks.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Cove55 is a very beauitful and personal getaway.
The staff is helpful and friendly, and they are always looking for ways to enhance the guests experience.

Leisure Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

11 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Not recommended

Not a place for family stay. Price is very high compare to facilities and services.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Most relaxing trip we've had in Malaysia. It was perfect.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2019

Tommy

A tasty slice of paradise

The hotel was truly excellent. Wonderful boutique experience. The staff couldn’t have looked after us more and every member of staff was an absolute delight. The hotels itself was modern and beautiful and the food was especially tasty (especially the wasabi prawns)! I’m a huge fan of breakfast, and their made to order breakfast were some of the best we have had. As good as a swanky London brunch to say the least (great eggs benedict & coconut pancakes). Very impressed overall and would definitely recommend it for a refreshing relaxing break.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2019

Kenrick

A little slice of paradise.

It is truly a little slice of paradise in the cove area. The area is very private, very well taken care of. The staff were all very friendly and willing to help us arrange for transport. We stayed in a corner suite and a balcony room, both of which were stunning. The corner suite was spacious. We really liked the sitting area in the corner suite because it provided us a space to hangout at night. The design of the balcony room's toilet area is more for couples, so just keep one eye closed when your friend is in the toilet or showering. wink. But of course, just go to the main pool by the waters. That's the highlight of the property. Soak in the infinity pool, and soak in the sight and sound of the water, waves, mountain view, and to birds chirping. Highly recommended and we will be back.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2019

Marc

What an awesome place!

Cove 55 was unexpectedly awesome!. A little slice of heaven to return to after some serious rain forest trekking.
Location wise , a little far off from main attractions but more than made up with staff help to organise all-day taxi services.
The food was amazing! Really top quality.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2018

Thony

Nice hotel, staff and food

8/10

Excellent

26 Nov 2018

Ruby

Excellent..This is a very nice beach in kuching.
I would recommend this hotel to my friend on future.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2018

Braulio A

Went to Cove 55 for my husbands birthday and we were the only guests staying at the resort. Was a great time. Good cocktails and desserts

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2018

June

Would travel to Kuching just for Cove55!

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The atmosphere of this place was calming. The design aesthetics in the room and common area were pleasing to the eyes which added to the entire pampering experience.

Furthermore, the service staff were polite, friendly and very personable. They ensured that my needs were being met during the trip and constantly checking in to ensure everything was fine. Their attention to details was very commendable.

I will definitely be returning soon and making this my go-to retreat place.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2018

Stacey

Beautiful, luxury break

What a fantastic short break we just had at Cove 55! Ideal for relaxation in luxurious surroundings, we couldn’t recommend it enough and my husband did not want to leave at the end of the 3 days. If you’re thinking of booking... it’s honestly as lovely as the pictures (and more!!).

Cove55 is set in perfectly manicured gardens with 2 inviting pools and plenty of lounging / seating options, with a dramatic backdrop of the mountain and at the same time a view of the mangroves. We spent hours just watching the clouds and the tides in this peaceful haven, whilst enjoying drinks from the carefully put-together wine list and cocktail menu.

The accommodation and public areas are beautifully finished and everything has been thought of and delivered to the highest quality. Thoughtful touches are everywhere - like fresh iced water by the pool, coffee machines in the rooms and the multiple little seating areas to escape to.

Gillian and her team are absolutely outstanding. Every member of staff was professional, attentive and genuine - true hospitality at its best. Thank you for a wonderful escape - we will definitely be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2018

Norm

GOOD QUIET RESORT

Superb service, friendly general manager, nice swimming pools (2 pools), a good place to relax. Good food as well!

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2018

Stuart

Perfect stay at Cove 55

Outstanding hotel.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2018

Liani

Beautiful retreat

Love all the deco and the design/layout of the hotel. Everything looks beautiful and clean. The pools are great. Superb service by the staff and everyone is friendly. The view is stunning and the balcony room has the perfect view of the sunrise. Love that they have this small sofa/bench at the balcony for us to chill. Bear in mind that there is no tv but with all the swimming and lounging area to relax at, the day goes by in a blink of an eye. The breakfast spread is very tasty and got plenty of choices. Definitely worth the price.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2020

ANOUK

Topligging, super vriendelijke mensen ! Alles geel netjes en verzorgd. Geen enkele inspanning is teveel gevraagd. We hebben heel erg genoten.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

TOP stylisches Hotel mit guter Küche

Extrem gutes Frühstück! Sehr gutes Restaurant.

Sehr freundliches Personal!

Sehr schöne Zimmer.

Super stylisches Hotel. Gefühltes Credo: Stil vor Praktikabilität.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Un emplacement au bord de mer avec une vue sur la baie epoustouflante!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2019

Dominique

Super Lage zum Entspannen und Mount Santubong ist in der Nähe für eine gute Wanderung durch den Dschungel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2019

Carlos

Overall 10/10

Spectacular place to unwind and relax. Nestled in the middle of the national park. Will be back

Partner