We (group of 6 climbers) has the most memorable and successful climb to peak of Mount Kinabalu on 18 June 2022. The excellent service rendered by Freddie (Manager at Laban... read more Rata, SSL), Suhaimi and staff had made our stay at Laban Rata more comfortable with their courteous and friendly services. Thank you to all of you for this amazing climb and stay for us, 6 climbers. Thanks to Sharon, Sutera Santuary Lodge for the climbing arrangement. ️

  We got a private room with bathroom attached. It is above the dining area and very convenient to get our meals. The room was clean and there is a nice... read more view of the rock face and waterfall. The only setback was the light in the bathroom was not working. Don't expect to get a hot shower.

  Overall my stay was very pleasant. I have been coming here every year. Service good. food also good but I think there's too much MSG added to the... read more food but I could be wrong.
The electricity was the biggest let down and needs to be seriously improved. Plus the dining area had leakages - water dripping down.
But generally it was pleasant, good staff working there, especially the Manager.

  Back packers style - Shared bathrooms and unfortunately there was water shortage due to the dry season. pretty challenging for some of us but the rooms are clean and the beds are... read more comfortable. Small space for climbers to keep their bags and preparation for the peak climb morning after. Food was good and sufficient.

  Mount Kinabalu Climb 9-10 July 2022 - Our group of five climbers had a pleasant stay in a 6-bed bedroom at Laban Rata Reshouse. Overall the staff gave excellent service and they went the extra mile to... read more serve us.

We truly appreciated the service given to us, notably by Mr. Freddie Jude Julani, who we believe was exceptional in meeting our requests to dry our wet clothes and shoes, and provided a warm jacket to one of our climbers who was feeling cold due to heavy rain and strong winds.

We recommend climbers to book the Buttercup no. 3 room in Laban Rata Resthouse, to gain better access to amenities (ensuite toilet & bathroom) comfort and privacy of climbers.

Lastly, despite not able to climb to the adverse weather conditions, we had wonderful and pleasant stay at Laban Rata Resthouse. We hope the Authorities shall look into the need to upgrade the supply of electricity to Laban Rata and other nearby resthouses on Panalaban, Mount Kinabalu. Heating and hot water are urgently needed by climbers and those working on Mount Kinabalu. Thank you.