Tanjung Aru

Kota Kinabalu

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Top hotels in Tanjung Aru

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is S$416 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$416
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The Shangri-La was a beautiful well kept resort which was so family friendly. Their attentiveness to those with families was extraordinary. It made our stay so comfortable and pleasant. We would definitely recommend the Shangri-La to our family and friends."

Reviewed on 28 May, 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites
4 out of 5
Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Booked the family suite. Room is spacious with individual air con controls for each room. There are dining options nearby property within walking distance. Property is also very close to the airport."

Reviewed on 5 May, 2025

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites
 Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
8/10 Very Good! (6 reviews)
"No issues as described, great for being close to airport for an early start"

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2025

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
The Atelier
The Atelier
3 out of 5
C-5-8 & C-6-8, Aeropod Commercial Square, Jalan Aeropod, Off Jalan Kepayan, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and ...
"A surprisingly well priced little gem. A little tricky to find, once inside it’s a tidy and clean haven from the bustling world outside. We stopped for a short night after flying in and checked in (with a super-friendly lady) at about 23:30! Bed was very comfy and The Botanist room was lovely and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Apr, 2025

The Atelier
Rail Suite Aeropod
Rail Suite Aeropod
2 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is S$69 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
S$69
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Suria Sabah Shopping ...
"The distance to Tanjung Aru beach is excellent!"

Reviewed on 19 Nov, 2019

Rail Suite Aeropod
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
The price is S$244 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
S$244
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice place, well kept, super friendly staff. Good value"

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
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Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Aru

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Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kepayan
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(38 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 Anjung Samudera and Centre Point.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

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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Likas

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

Likas
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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 Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.

Alamesra
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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


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