Hotels near Labuan Ferry Terminal

Labuan is the Pearl of Borneo and also is a Federal Territory of Malaysia. The name Labuan derives from the Malay word labuhan which means harbour. It comprises of one large and six smaller islands in East Malaysia. Labuan Ferry Terminal has serve Labuan and the routes includes Brunei, Miri, Kota Kinabalu and Menumbok and expect to last for another 20 years. The ferries are also operated from Labuan ferry Terminal to Lawas, Sipitang and Limbang and also other island and the old terminal was operated last on 2006 and the all new international terminal started service on January 2006. There are many places and attractions near Labuan International ferry terminal such as duty free shopping centre, water village and many more.

How To Get There

Air Asia and Malaysian Airlines has flights to Labuan from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu and Miri. From there, you can rent a car or take a taxi to Labuan Ferry terminal which renting a car can cost around RM70 per day. Alternatively, ferry services run between Labuan and Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Menumbok (Sabah), Lawas (Sarawak), Sipitang (Sabah), Limbang (Sarawak) and Bandar Seri Begawan (Brunei).

Tourist Attractions

Duty-Free Shopping

This is one of Labuan's known attractions because many of the things sold without taxes. There are shopping centres offers a wide range of locally-produced as well as imported goods. There is a month-long shopping carnival and bazaar Labuan with attractive discounts. Although it is a duty-free island, the things here are not that cheap. However, the followed items should be cheaper than other places such as pearl & crystals which are made into jewelleries like brooch, bracelets, pendants, earrings, and baju Melayu buttons. Besides that, there are many types of chocolate and cigarette which the price is very cheap. Other than that, there are also batik sarong and seafood that are fresh and recommended place to buy frozen ready seafood is SBS Seafood Sdn. Bhd in the center of Labuan's town.

World Class Sport Fishing Destination

Pulau Labuan is surrounded by six smaller islands namely Pulau Kuraman, Pulau Daat, Pulau Rusukan Besar, Pulau Rusukan Kecil, Pulau Papan and Pulau Burong. There are island mostly for fishing activities and scuba diving. The attraction here is the blue clear water around these beautiful islands is home to one of the world's richest coral and fishing grounds which offers unlimited deep sea tackling and many types of fish species.

Patau-Patau Water Village (Kampung Air)

There are two main water villages on Labuan which are Kampung Bebuloh and Kampung Patau-Patau. There are wooden houses and some concrete structures are built on wooden walkways. This villages have mosques, shops, schools and other facilities and homestay accommodation is available at Patau-Patau. No boat is needed to get in to the village and it is accessible by road until the parking areas near the entrance. You can then choose to walk around the village on the wooden bridge or steel concrete walkways.

Hotels

Hotel Aifa

This hotel offers 139 beautifully decorated rooms with spectacular views of Labuan and has a few room categories ranging from Deluxe rooms to Executive Suites. The rooms are well equipped and designed to meet your needs whether you come alone, with family and friends as well for business mates. We also offer long-term rates for guests who are intending to stay for at least a month. There are many promotions and deals at this hotel annually. This hotel is located near to Labuan Airport and 5 minutes walking distance to ferry terminal.

Home Hotel

This place is situated in Labuan and within a 15-minute walk of Labuan Museum and An'Nur Jamek Mosque. Financial Park, Labuan Ferry terminal and Labuan International Sea Sport Complex are also within walking distance. This hotel offers a 24-hour front counter, free newspapers and WiFi in public areas. All 17 rooms offer free WiFi, coffee makers, and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Other amenities available to guests include free bottled water, hair dryers, and showers as well as complimentary toiletries.