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In this article we will tell you everything you need to know about the Poring hot springs in 2024. We will include top tips, how to get there, where to stay, prices and more. Oh yeah – when we visited we made a couple of mistakes that we want to tell you about. We made the mistakes so you don’t have to!
Hot Springs may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you are thinking of Sabah. However, there is an awesome hot spring located in Poring not too far from Mount Kinabalu. Sabah is a beautiful and wild state of Malaysia and the Poring hot springs are just another jewel in the crown.
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Is it worth visiting the Poring hot springs?
YES it is well worth visiting these beautiful hot springs. The Poring hot springs are lots of fun and cheap to visit. If you are staying in the area we highly recommend a visit to the pouring hot springs. Nearby there are also lots of other awesome activities such as a canopy walkway, butterfly farm, trekking, waterfalls and Rafflesia gardens (these are on the road on the way to the hotspring).
Where are the Poring hot springs located?
The Poring hot springs are located in Poring town near Ranau and not too far from Kinabalu.
How do you get to the Poring hot springs?
The best way to get to the hot springs is to drive. If you have your own car or a car rental this is pretty easy and convenient. However, if you do not have access to your own vehicle you will need to use a taxi. The grab taxi app is commonly used in Malaysia, however you may need to be more patient waiting for a taxi in a remote location like this. We recommend using the following route: Jalan Lohan Bongkud, turn left on Jalan Poring. Avoid the shortcut (Highland Farmhouse Resort road). This road is very bumpy and is an unpaved dirt road.
What can you expect at the Poring hot springs?
At the top of the hot spring site you can actually see the hot spring source. This is a very beautiful and natural area is a is a great place for relaxing. There are several different hot spring pools that you can try. At the top there are some hot spring baths which are almost too hot to touch.
As you walk down the hill you can see small hot spring baths that can be filled up using a tap, and some larger hot spring pools. Some of the hot spring baths also have covers to provide shade from the intense sun.
There is one hot spring pool that is big enough to swim in. They also have a pool just for bathing your feet. Once you have paid for entry you can use any of the hot spring pools and stay for the whole day. It is important to be aware that they do start cleaning up and packing down early.
TOP TIP: To make the most of your day we recommend arriving earlier in the day.
What facilities are there at the Poring hot spring?
These beautiful hot springs are actually quite well developed making it convenient and easy to enjoy your time here.
- At the hot springs there are also changing rooms, toilets and showers.
- There is a carpark at the Poring hot springs
- There are private bath cabins available
- There is a picnic area (but no shops to buy food)
TOP TIP: Bring your own food and drinks if you plan to spend the day at the Poring Hotsprings.
How much does it cost to visit the Poring hot springs?
The prices for the hot springs are as follows: RM15 for adults, RM10 for children (7 – 17 years old), children 6 years and below are FREE. The Poring hot springs are open daily from 8am – 3pm. They do close some pools earlier than this – arrive early in the day to make the most of your time here.
What is THE BEST place to stay near the Poring hot springs?
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Poring Hot springs
Clean, comfortable and beautiful resort with spacious rooms. Innovative designs and wooden natural ambiance with plenty of natural light. Excellent location for rafflesia and the hot springs.
Reserve Sutera Sanctuary on Agoda OR Reserve Sutera Sanctuary on Booking.com
Pogimpaan homestay
Lovely homestay with amazing views. Excellent value for money. Basic, clean and comfortable. Great location between Kundasang and Ranau.
Reserve Pogimpaan on Agoda OR Reserve Pogimpaan on Booking.com
Zen Garden Resort
Large, clean, spacious and more developed as a resort. Large grounds and big clean rooms. Less natural vibes and views are not as good as Pogimpaan. Great option on the cheaper end for this area.
Reserve Zen Garden on Agoda OR Reserve Zen Garden on Booking.com
BonSai Villa
Impressive 4 bedroom mountain villa with stunning views. Sleeps up to 12 guests. Clean, great facilities and excellent quiet location.
Reserve BonSai on Agoda OR Reserve BonSai on Booking.com
What else is there to do near the Poring hot springs?
Right next to the hot springs there is a butterfly garden and a canopy walkway. You need to pay an additional fee to see these attractions. There is also a waterfall located nearby. On the road leading to the hot springs there are also a couple of Rafflesia gardens. If you are lucky you may be able to see a Rafflesia flower in bloom, they generally charge around RM10 – RM20.
