What is Tanjung Aru like?

Tanjung Aru is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Consider a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park as part of your Tanjung Aru travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Tanjung Aru?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites is the highest ranked property in Tanjung Aru. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include The Atelier and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Tanjung Aru area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Kota Kinabalu, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 41 Tanjung Aru hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Tanjung Aru, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Tanjung Aru.

What are the top things to see and do in Tanjung Aru?

Tanjung Aru Perdana Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Tanjung Aru. Sabah State Mosque and Sutera Harbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kota Kinabalu.

How can I get around Tanjung Aru and the greater Kota Kinabalu area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Tanjung Aru Station.

Top 10 Tanjung Aru Hotels of 2025

Top 10 Hotels in Tanjung Aru

"It is near the airport."

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10 Jul - 11 Jul

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

"The distance to Tanjung Aru beach is excellent!"

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10 Jul - 11 Jul

"I had the best vacation there."

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3 Aug - 4 Aug

"Excellent stay"

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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31 Jul - 1 Aug

"Breakfast buffet less choice."

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9 Jul - 10 Jul

"Lovely clean and relaxing, staff were extremely friendly , good facilities would definitely recommend "

"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."

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21 Jul - 22 Jul

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Nice to stay there. The restaurant served good foods. "

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6 Jul - 7 Jul

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"We were a group of nature lovers who were using this as a three night stay to get used to the temperature and time change upon arrival in Borneo. Loved the grounds and snorkeling right from the beach. Fantastic nature center staffed by several biologists. The food options were a bit pricey but we were expecting that. The grounds were very birdy and we found two Borean Pit Vipers. The mangrove tour was fantastic. Room is very good quality for the price."

"The resort was incredible and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend!"

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23 Jul - 24 Jul

"Nice stay"

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6 Jul - 7 Jul

"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"

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10 Jul - 11 Jul

3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Fantastic dinner and breakfast, beautiful property, super clean "

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7 Jul - 8 Jul

"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"

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22 Jul - 23 Jul

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

"Great place. Walking distance to all. "

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7 Jul - 8 Jul

"The room was not as expected. I read great reviews but sadly, we were unlucky. The room was so dusty, not clean. The deluxe king seems like a deluxe queen. Our room electricty keeps tripping. For a deluxe king, the room is small, i think we were given the wrong room coz we requested differently. The only great thing about it is it is walking distance to Imago. "

Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

Find the best Tanjung Aru areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Tanjung Aru

Kota Kinabalu featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and island views

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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