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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota KinabaluShangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Hotel near Tanjung Aru,Kota Kinabalu 30.8% of visitors choose this area
Recently classified as an ASEAN Green Hotel, the picturesque Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a serene retreat that is tucked away in its own tranquil corner. , you'll be a 5-minute drive from Sabah State Mosque and 6 minutes from Imago Shopping Mall. This 5-star resort is 3.8 mi (6 km) from Anjung Samudera and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can get to nearby shops on the complimentary shuttle. Enjoy international cuisine at Cafe' TATU, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Kota Kinabalu? This resort has 7190 square feet (668 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 498 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.
Great
1997 reviews
9.2/10
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AU$ 704
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott HotelKota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu 68.7% of visitors choose this area
With a stay at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, within a 10-minute walk of Anjung Samudera and Imago Shopping Mall. This 5-star hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Enjoy international cuisine at Kitchen@8, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6 AM to 11 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Kota Kinabalu? This hotel has facilities measuring 13788 square feet (1281 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 332 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Very Good
1360 reviews
8.8/10
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AU$ 291
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City CentreHoliday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu 68.7% of visitors choose this area
Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kota Kinabalu Central Market and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and a communal living room. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 250 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
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893 reviews
9.1/10
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The Pacific Sutera Hotel
The Pacific Sutera HotelThe Pacific Sutera Hotel
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu 68.7% of visitors choose this area
Located in Kota Kinabalu (Downtown Kota Kinabalu), The Pacific Sutera Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Sutera Harbour and within a 5-minute drive of Sabah State Mosque. This resort is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Imago Shopping Mall and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Anjung Samudera. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You can get some exercise with a round of golf or enjoy a lazy day at the private beach. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle. Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store, or stay in and take advantage of the resort's 24-hour room service. Grab a drink at the swim-up bar while enjoying a refreshing dip in the resort pool.Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. The Guest including Minors(below 18 years of age) agrees to assume all risks associated with the boat travel to and from the Resort, and/or for participating in the activities at the Resort and/or patronizing the Resort, and shall release the Resort and/or its Company including its officers and/or employees from all and any loss, damages, liability, claims, demands, costs, expenses, personal injury or death, howsoever caused. "The above terms and conditions are governed by the laws of Malaysia. In making this booking, the guest agrees to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts in Malaysia at Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
Very Good
1134 reviews
8.6/10
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AU$ 342
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Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Nexus Resort & Spa KarambunaiNexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Located in Kota Kinabalu, Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Karambunai Peninsula and Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai. This 4.5-star hotel is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from 1Borneo Hypermall and 16.8 mi (27.1 km) from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Practice your swing on the golf course or soak up the sunshine on the private beach. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Enjoy Asian cuisine at The Penyu, a poolside restaurant which features a pool view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 485 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Very Good
473 reviews
8.0/10
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AU$ 136
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The Magellan Sutera Resort
The Magellan Sutera ResortThe Magellan Sutera Resort
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu 68.7% of visitors choose this area
With a stay at The Magellan Sutera Resort in Kota Kinabalu (Downtown Kota Kinabalu), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Sutera Harbour and Gleneagles Hospital. This resort is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Imago Shopping Mall and 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. When the sun is out, a round of golf or a day at the private beach are two great options for taking advantage of the fine weather. This resort also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze. Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store, or stay in and take advantage of the resort's 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks. The Guest including Minors(below 18 years of age) agrees to assume all risks associated with the boat travel to and from the Resort, and/or for participating in the activities at the Resort and/or patronizing the Resort, and shall release the Resort and/or its Company including its officers and/or employees from all and any loss, damages, liability, claims, demands, costs, expenses, personal injury or death, howsoever caused. "The above terms and conditions are governed by the laws of Malaysia. In making this booking, the guest agrees to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts in Malaysia at Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
Very Good
1252 reviews
8.4/10
Price from
AU$ 385
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Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
Borneo Beach Villa & SuiteBorneo Beach Villa & Suite
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite offers unblocked sea and sunset views on the Karambunai Peninsula. Our oceanfront villas and suites are surrounded by nature with views of Mount Kinabalu in the distance. Situated just 35 km (approximately 45 minutes drive) from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 26 km from the city centre, it offers a serene retreat for travellers. Each villa and suite is individually owned by owners around the world, which provides essential amenities, including air-conditioned bedrooms, a comfortable living area, and a functional kitchen with basic utensils for meal preparations. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay with spacious layouts and views of the ocean. The nearest eatery is situated in a resort just 2km away, and has several restaurants serving both local and international cuisine. More eateries, grocery, and 7-11 are available in commercial centres about 8km away. Borneo Beach Villa & Suite operates a self-check-in system, allowing guests to arrive at their convenience with minimal hassle. Whether you are seeking a quiet retreat or a family-friendly getaway, guests can enjoy a comfortable and unique stay close to nature.
276 reviews
7.4/10
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AU$ 70
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Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan IslandSutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
When you stay at Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island in Manukan Island, you'll be on the beach and 4 minutes by foot from Pantai Pulau Mamutik. This beach resort is within close proximity of Mamutik Island and Sapi Island. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including concierge services and gift shops/newsstands. Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the resort's restaurant, Perahu Restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle. Make yourself at home in one of the 29 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Very Good
147 reviews
8.7/10
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AU$ 224
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Mamutik Island Resort
Mamutik Island ResortMamutik Island Resort
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Mamutik Island Resort offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as safety deposit boxes. Room amenities feature daily housekeeping, allowing you to unwind and make the most of your visit.Minor items you neglected to bring won't cause major issues! Simply visit convenience stores to acquire what's necessary. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Mamutik Island Resort is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the resort offers linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction.At Mamutik Island Resort, the uniquely tailored rooms provide a configuration choice resembling a balcony or terrace.In select rooms, guests can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of television for their entertainment.Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a refrigerator, bottled water and a coffee or tea maker at your disposal.Mamutik Island Resort offers a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Begin your holiday on a high note. At Mamutik Island Resort, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast.Experience an amazing evening effortlessly! Have an enjoyable night without venturing beyond the premises at karaoke rooms and bar.Mamutik Island Resort provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Make certain to allocate time for discovering the shoreline, easily reachable right from the resort.Each day at resort, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps.
Very Good
15 reviews
8.6/10
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AU$ 164
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Jesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota KinabaluJesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu 68.7% of visitors choose this area
Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available.Parking is accessible, supplied by the serviced apartment for guests who arrive by car. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service and luggage storage provided by the front desk services.Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundromat available at Jesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu.For minor or impromptu requirements, the convenience stores can promptly cater to them without the necessity of stepping out from the serviced apartment.In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted.Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at serviced apartment are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At Jesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a separate living room. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay.In select rooms, the serviced apartment offers visitors access to a refrigerator. Jesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu offers a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in the restrooms of specific accommodations. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Jesselton Quay Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by serviced apartment and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities.
Very Good
60 reviews
8.8/10
Price from
AU$ 103
per night
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
9.4/10
1350 review

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel near City Center, Kota Kinabalu
"Delicious breakfast""Convenient for shopping"
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
8.8/10
1360 review

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Hotel near City Center, Kota Kinabalu
"Great swimming pool""Great sea view"
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
8.9/10
1463 review

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hotel near City Center, Kota Kinabalu
"Delicious breakfast""Great sea view"
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
9.1/10
1274 review

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hotel near City Center, Kota Kinabalu
"Great sea view""Delicious breakfast"
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
9.1/10
764 review

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hotel near City Center, Kota Kinabalu
"Delicious breakfast""Convenient location"
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The Pacific Sutera Hotel Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
8.6/10
1134 review

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Hotel near City Center, Kota Kinabalu
"Great sea view""Great swimming pool"
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

If you’re heading to Kota Kinabalu for business or leisure, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu (from AU$ 454) , Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu (from AU$ 207) and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu (from AU$ 178) are top-rated hotels.

How much does it cost to stay in a Beach hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

For Beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu, weekday prices average AU$ 304, while weekend rates (Friday–Saturday) average AU$ 312.

What Beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu have gyms?

Keeping up with your exercise routine while travelling is easy. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu (from AU$ 454), Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu (from AU$ 207) and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu (from AU$ 178) offer fitness facilities.

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Beach hotel details in Kota Kinabalu

Total Properties24
Number of Reviews9,953
Lowest PriceAU$ 33
Highest PriceAU$ 4,588
Average Price (Weekends)AU$ 312
Average Price (Weekdays)AU$ 304