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A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Linda JUNE

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.

2. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Antonette

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

3. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

"We had an amazing time at Gaya Island Resort. It is a luxury resort with great food and drinks, comfortable rooms, and incredible views/proximity to the ocean. Worth noting is that this is in a nature reserve, surrounded by jungle and ocean, and the resort embraces and supports this, which means coexisting with wildlife. You can walk out from the resort beach to their own protected reef and swim with dozens of species of beautiful fish (equipment is available for free). We didn’t see any snakes,...

Eric

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

4. Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

Kiu Hung Wilson

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous landscape.

5. Kasih Sayang Hill Resort

Kota Kinabalu

"Great place with nice rooms and beautiful view (both to Mt Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu). Standard Malaysian breakfast and decent lunch and dinner menu. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room (104) was very good although there are a few ants around (so make sure not to leave food around). Bed, shower and toilet were nice and clean. Internet worked quite well (not guaranteed in this area). Our best place in Sabah so far (out of 6 good hotels)."

Peter

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.

6. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

Nikko

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

7. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Bethany

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

8. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Tuaran

Eleanor

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one week and the room was very comfortable. The breakfast included was worth the extra fee. 24/7 Gym and laundry services available. Infinity pool was relaxing and has a great view of sea. Citadines is a popular meet up spot. We went on two tours and they picked us up right outside our hotel. There is a restaurant, massage spa, burger king, cafe and lemon tea shop in the same building."

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Number of reviews	3,678
Accommodation	11 Resorts
Lowest Price	S$67
Highest Price	S$557

Frequently asked questions

What is Kinarut like for a resort holiday?

You deserve to get away, and a resort is just the place to treat yourself to the services and amenities you need for a relaxing stay in Kinarut. One of the comfortable resorts in the area might be just what you're searching for, whether you want great restaurants on-site, a state-of-the-art fitness centre or activities for the youngsters.

What's a top resort for my stay in Kinarut?

Here are our top-rated resorts around Kinarut: Ara Dinawan Island - 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Kinarut. Features a private beach, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu - Luxury resort. 22.8 mi (36.7 km) from Kinarut. Has 2 outdoor pools, 5 restaurants and a private beach. Gayana Marine Resort - Luxury resort. 12 mi (19.3 km) from Kinarut. Enjoy the 2 restaurants, spa and a marina. The Magellan Sutera Resort - Luxury resort. 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Kinarut. Amenities include a private beach, a golf course and a full-service spa. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa - Luxury resort. 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from Kinarut. Access to 2 restaurants, a private beach and a full-service spa.

What can I do in Kinarut?

Travellers enjoy exploring the beaches, and also have good things to say about the dining options here. If you're interested in local sights, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, Sabah State Mosque and Sutera Harbour are some places to visit nearby. In the area, other attractions include Imago Shopping Mall and Centre Point.

What's the weather like in Kinarut?

The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kinarut are November, January, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 258 mm of rainfall.

What's the best way to get to and around Kinarut?

Fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from the heart of the city. If you want to venture outside the area, hop aboard a train at Kinarut Station.

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Our top choices for Kinarut resorts

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

2. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

3. Gaya Island Resort

4. Gayana Marine Resort

5. Kasih Sayang Hill Resort

6. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

7. The Magellan Sutera Resort

8. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Top Kinarut Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

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