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Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

Valerie

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19 Jun - 20 Jun

Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

Katherine

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24 Jun - 25 Jun

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Tuaran

Aamer

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27 May - 28 May

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

Hiroshi

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8 Jun - 9 Jun

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Bethany

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17 Jun - 18 Jun

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

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3 Jun - 4 Jun

Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Antonette

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17 Jun - 18 Jun

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Youngsoo

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1 Jun - 2 Jun

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Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

6/10 Okay

"The room is a bit dated and the bathroom was grossed, with soap scum and mold. Staff was great and the breakfast was good with good varieties"

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, Beautiful views over the water, veey helpful, very nice English speaking staff, the buffet meals offer many tasty types of food.. Now stepping outside onto the sidewalks is another thing altogether. Pollution, trash in the water and along the streets is horrible, add to that the broken city sidewalks and hawkers along some of the shops. Fortunately you can grab very decent cabs using Grab, local equivalent to Uber and very inexpensive, to go anywhere without stepping off of the property."

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

8/10 Good

"A lovely hotel by the waterfront with an amazing view of yachts and the islands. All meals are in the buffet restaurant that provides a huge choice of local dishes and some international food. There is a tiny bar by the waterfront that serves simple food in the evenings. Excellent service staff and ambience. The hotel is just 15 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes to shopping malls, served by the hotel's free shuttle bus. Grab to the city is easy to get and inexpensive. Very convenient location. A hassle-free stay at this lovely hotel."

Gayana Marine Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a Palm Villa and it was amazing. Loved everything about it, especially the breakfast delivered by boat. We spent a lot of time on our deck and in and out of the water. All staff were friendly and genuine. Food at all meals was great. Snorkeling around the property to look for giant clams was a highlight."

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful resort for our honeymoon, and one we’d highly recommend particularly the plunge pool villa that overlooks and has private access to the beach. The jetty was a particular highlight — very well lit, and every night we would walk there looking at the marine life; it was like having our own private aquarium. Some caveats. Don’t expect parties, activities and shows — this is a great resort to unwind and recharge, particularly if you love nature (exactly what we needed for the tail end of a mammoth 3 weeks). The jungle hikes and snorkelling trips are definitely worth doing; the snorkelling around the resort is good but you do have to swim out for the best coral. We considered private boats to KK but didn’t feel the need when you can party with monkeys, monitors, hornbills and wild boar at your doorstep. There are only 2 restaurants on site which can feel a bit limiting, but the food is varied and excellent so we didn’t mind. The staff were warm and attentive throughout without ever being intrusive — a tough balance to strike. And the wine list from their amazing cellar is simply one of the best we’ve ever seen — serious depth in Australian wines alongside some genuine heavy hitters: First Growths, Grange, Sassicaia. Exceptional."

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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. The Magellan Sutera Resort - Luxury resort. 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Kinarut. Enjoy the private beach, golf course and spa. Gayana Marine Resort - Luxury resort. 12 mi (19.3 km) from Kinarut. Amenities include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and a marina. 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 Oceanus Waterfront Mall.

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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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Gaya Island Resort

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Kasih Sayang Hill Resort

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

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Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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