Located at 3,272 meters above sea level, Panalaban is the final pit stop before ascending to the summit of Low’s Peak of Mount Kinabalu. Providing climbers with comfortable lodgings and hot meals. Only at Sutera Sanctuary Lodges, you are being well taken cared as we are proud of ourselves for being the only lodging in Kota Kinabalu – Sabah, Borneo that could accommodate you with the quality hospitality at Mount Kinabalu.
Please take note of the Genset Operating Hours as below :
5.00pm to 8.00pm. & 1.00 am to 3.00am.

At 198sqft with twin bed and Bathroom. Can accommodate up to 2 persons

At 176sqft with twin bed and Bathroom. Can accommodate up to 2 persons

At 288sqft with 3 Bunk Beds and Bathroom. Can accommodate up to 6 persons




We serve Buffet Meals for the mighty climbing to make sure you are well-fed before your climb to Laban Rata. We also offer an ala-carte menu if you are not up for a buffet meal.




“As the gateway to majestic heights, we welcome you to embrace both the challenge of the climb and the comfort of our haven. Here, amidst the clouds, every sunrise heralds a new triumph, every view paints a new memory, and every step fuels your spirit of adventure.” – Mr. Suhaimi, Resort Manager of Laban Rata
UNESCO World Heritage Site
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