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A rustic wooden pier extends into the ocean on Mantanani Island, Borneo.
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Where to stay in Borneo

Atkinson Clock Tower, the oldest standing structure in Kota Kinabalu.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(39 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia – June 15, 2022: The Tanjung Aru Beach, Fisherman Village and Shangri-La Hotel

Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Tanjung Aru
Aerial view partial part of Semporna island with blue ocean and coral reef in Malaysia, Borneo.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Karambunai
Aerial drone image of beautiful rural town of Menggatal Town, Sabah, Malaysia

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Kampung Air
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Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Alamesra
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Melabau

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Melabau and surrounding area, you can visit The Mall and Times Square Shopping Center.

Melabau
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah
The price is S$229 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
S$229
16 Jun - 17 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak

Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak

4 out of 5
Jl. Arteri Supadio Pontianak West Kalimantan
The price is S$59 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
S$59
16 Jun - 17 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pontianak. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Diguli Park and Ayani Mega Mall are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"It's reality clean,friendly staff with smile and delicious buffet breakfast. We would like big thank you to Ibnu and Febi with their excellent services during out stay. We will come back to stay Four points by Sheraton"

Reviewed on 20 Jan, 2026

Four Points By Sheraton Pontianak
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is S$434 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$434
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Citadines Uplands Kuching

Citadines Uplands Kuching

4 out of 5
No. 55 Jalan Simpang Tiga Kuching Sarawak
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Kuching. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (460 reviews)
"Too old building"

Reviewed on 8 Feb, 2026

Citadines Uplands Kuching
The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living

The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living

3.5 out of 5
No. 7 Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Balikpapan East Kalimantan
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Balikpapan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plaza Balikpapan and Ruko Bandar ...
4.6/10 (4 reviews)
"This property was a masdive disappointment..i arrived at night and reception unmanned with a phone number to call..but i had just arrived in the country with no phone service. Finally someone came and gave me a key..the smell hit me as i opened the door..awful stink coming from under the sink..old ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct, 2025

The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS Kota Kinabalu
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)
"Room was clean with a nice view of bay, great swimming pool overlooking bay. Great location right next to waterfront, market, shopping mall. Staff where all friendly during interaction. Can recommend staying here. Only small negative is the air conditioner was not great. But otherwise great stay, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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