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title: "The Firefly Resort, Semporna: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Firefly Resort in Semporna: rated 9.2 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com)
retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Hotel · ★★★★★
# The Firefly Resort

Semporna, Semporna, Malaysia

9.2 ·  Excellent 97 reviews ·  #6 #6 of 91 in Semporna ·  4.6/5 on Google, 158 reviews ·  1.2 Location score
## About The Firefly Resort

The Firefly Resort is a hotel in Semporna, Semporna, Malaysia. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.2 out of 10 across 97 reviews. Facilities include airport transfer, free parking. It is 4.1 km from the centre of Semporna. The nearest airport, Tawau Airport (TWU), is 56 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 1

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

Kampung Bubul Lama [thefireflyresort.net](http://www.thefireflyresort.net/)

## How The Firefly Resort scores

Better rated than 94% of hotels in Semporna

-   Guest rating **9.2**
-   Location **1.2**

Semporna average

## Rating on Google

4.6/5

158 Google reviews

-   5★73%
-   4★17%
-   3★7%
-   2★0%
-   1★2%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Airport transfer

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **1.2**/10

- **Walk grade:** **0**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **0**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Tawau Airport (TWU)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">56 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">125 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Semporna</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site1.8 km

## The Firefly Resort: in detail

At The Firefly Resort, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at The Firefly Resort with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at The Firefly Resort come furnished with air conditioning to cater to your needs and comfort. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At The Firefly Resort, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site BBQ facilities available.

### Compare

## Compare The Firefly Resort with nearby hotels

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-   [Semporna fairy waterfront resort仙本那精灵河畔度假村](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/semporna-fairy-waterfront-resort-semporna/) Resort ★★★★ 660 m away
    
    9.6 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/semporna-fairy-waterfront-resort-semporna-vs-the-firefly-resort-semporna/)
-   [Together Palm Resort](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/together-palm-resort-semporna/) Resort ★★★★★ 2.0 km away
    
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## Questions about The Firefly Resort

### How do guests rate The Firefly Resort?

The Firefly Resort has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10 from 97 reviews, which is better than 94% of rated hotels in Semporna.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Firefly Resort?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does The Firefly Resort include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at The Firefly Resort?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Firefly Resort from the airport?

The nearest airport, Tawau Airport (TWU), is 56 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does The Firefly Resort have?

The Firefly Resort has 1 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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