Malaysia · SPA & HOT SPRINGS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 spas & hot springs worth the ringgit, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Batu Caves, Kanching Falls, and hot springs with lunch from Kuala Lumpur, plus batik and pewter stops. Pickup included.
“Beautiful Batu Caves Experience – Come Prepared for the Steps! Visiting the Batu Caves was an unforgettable experience. The towering golden statue and the colorful steps leading up to the cave temples are absolutely stunning in Read more”
Batu Caves, pewter and batik stops, a Setapak hot spring soak, and Kanching Falls with lunch and hotel pickup in one day.
“This was a great trip with a very informative driver who choose a restaurant to suit our dietary requirements. Any females going should wear clothing suitable for visiting a temple, (Batu Caves). Shoulders and knees covered or they will sell you Read more”
One 12-hour Kota Kinabalu day trip that strings together Kinabalu National Park, Poring Hot Springs, and the Canopy Treetop Walk.
“Enjoyable trip at Kinabalu Park & Hot Spring. Guide was very knowledge and patient especially doing the Canopy Walk as some of the visitors were slow. We were also blessed to be able to view the Rafflesia at one of the garden farm thanks to the Guide.”
Car-free 12-hour trip from Kota Kinabalu to UNESCO Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs, with hotel pickup, lunch, and guided stops.
“What a great way to get out of the city and into the fresh, clean air on Mount Kinabalu! We had a fabulous day!”
Kundasang day trip with Nabalu market, Desa Dairy Farm, and Poring Hot Springs, plus a Kinabalu foothills photo stop.
“Only the stopover at Mt Kinabalu foothill was the highlight. Nothing much to enjoy at the dairy farm except nice weather and beautiful flowers. Hot spring was more of a gimmick to me but the walk to see the waterfall was worth it. Butterfly park - I have seen better ones.”
Afternoon-to-evening private tour from KL pairing Batu Caves, hot springs, monkeys, and a firefly boat ride with dinner included.
“A MUST!!! We had Uncle Sam pick us up right on time, very knowledgeable and patient with us. It rained on and off the whole day but didn’t affect our experience. Batu Caves, Temple, Monkeys and Firefly was all spectacular! Hot Spring could of skip but we did dip our feRead more”
A full day from Kota Kinabalu to Kinabalu Park, Kundasang market, Desa dairy tasting, and Poring Hot Springs, with guided walks.
“Our guide Mr handsome Jeff was fantastic. We were lucky enough to end up with a private tour with no-one else joining us on the day. A great experience. However they neglected to mention the 200+ steps to the canopy walk. Definitely worth the effort though.”
Half-day countryside sights from Kuala Lumpur, with Batu Caves, Selayang hot springs, Kanching Falls, lunch, and local culture stops.
“Une agréable visite en compagnie de notre chauffeur Suresh qui n’a jamais été avare d’anecdotes sur l’histoire et la culture du pays, racontant tantôt avec sérieux tantôt avec humour les différentes spécificités des lieux à visiter rendant lRead more”
Sabah day trip from Kota Kinabalu to Poring Hot Springs, Desa Dairy Farm, and Kinabalu Park, with lunch and hotel transfers.
“celý výlet velke zklamání, farma údajně zrušena, prochazka v parku jen na 10 min, za tyto peníze bych očekávala více + nas napsali ze navíc musíme zaplatit 85 rým jelikož jsme cizinci, velice neodporuji!”
Day trip from Kota Kinabalu to Mount Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs, with lunch, guide, and hotel pickup.
“Had a fantastic time, full day of varied activities, all pretty interesting - and the guide was such a great guy! :D”
A private 90-minute aromatherapy couples massage in Penang’s Komtar Tower, with sky-high views at the Rainbow Skywalk and Observatory Deck.
“The service from the masseurs was amazing, had a lovely massage and foot rub. Very friendly and kind ladies, checked up every now and then to see whether it was comfortable or not which was much appreciated. Couldn’t fault them at all.”
Private Kundasang and Poring Hot Springs day trip from Kota Kinabalu, with Kinabalu Park trails, gardens, and entry tickets.
“The whole day was very well organized! Alvin, our tour guide, provided us with excellent local food and information. I can only recommend the tour! It's a bit of a drive to the park, but this is communicated beforehand:) Thank you again for the lovely day!”
Guided day trip from Kota Kinabalu to UNESCO Kinabalu Park and Poring Hot Springs, with lunch, transfers, and canopy walkway time.
“We had a fantastic day (long travelling times to and from) Flo our guide was extremely knowledgeable Flora & Fauna, we learnt so much from her both at the Botanical Gardens and during the Canopy Walk. Great at the end after our climb to tRead more”
Private hot springs and Kinabalu-area rainforest tour with fish spa, dairy farm, and photo-helping guide. Pickup included, canopy extra.
“Very convenient if you are travelling with kids since the tour is flexible and can be adjusted. Amazing guide (Nick).”
One KL day tour for UNESCO Batu Caves, Setapak hot springs, Kanching Falls, Bukit Melawati, and synchronized Kuala Selangor fireflies.
“Very grateful to our private tour operator Rajin. A lovely gentleman. The car was comfortable and air conditioned as we were driven around the countryside with stories of Kuala Lumpar. Answered all questions we put to him, very knowledgeRead more”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
