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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Great for beach vacations

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $167 per night from May 20 to May 21
$167
includes taxes & fees
$153 per night
May 20 - May 21
This resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with free beach cabanas and sun loungers. Enjoy ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, cabanas, beach bars, massages on beach

Travelers say...
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Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Great for beach vacations

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $189 per night from May 20 to May 21
$189
includes taxes & fees
$174 per night
May 20 - May 21
This luxury resort features a private beach, free water park access, and a full-service spa. Spend a day at the beach snorkeling, or relax with sun loungers ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Great property grounds, smelly carpet
"The hotel property and bfast are amazing. Nice pools and pvt beach. Very nice. However, the carpet in the room had a terrible smell. The furniture is a little worn but the bathroom has been updated."

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Gaya Island Resort
Great for beach vacations

Gaya Island Resort

Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Island, Sabah
The price is $332 per night from May 12 to May 13
$332
includes taxes & fees
$306 per night
May 12 - May 13
A full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (446 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach bars, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"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 ..."

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

Gaya Island Resort
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Sabah Beach Villas & Suites
Great for beach vacations

Sabah Beach Villas & Suites

PV 140, Pecinct Dillenia, Nexus Residence, Karambunai, Kota Kinabalu
This aparthotel's 2 outdoor pools and sauna are among the featured amenities. Enjoy free perks like free self parking and an area shuttle. A terrace, a garden, ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...
"Nice place to stay. Definitely will come here again"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022

Sabah Beach Villas & Suites
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Great for beach vacations

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Sutera Harbour, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $104 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$104
includes taxes & fees
$93 per night
May 31 - Jun 1
This luxury resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Bring the family and enjoy the children's club, children's pool, and waterslide. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach umbrellas, beach towels, kids pool

Travelers say...
"Excellent staff assistance"

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2024

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Borneo Beach Villas
Great for beach vacations

Borneo Beach Villas

Pool Villa 161, Precinct Dillenia, Jalan Sepanggar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $62 per night from May 5 to May 6
$62
includes taxes & fees
$56 per night
May 5 - May 6
This hotel features a private beach, a terrace, and a garden. Enjoy the 2 outdoor pools and get free self parking. Luggage storage, concierge services, and free ...
7.8/10 Good! (349 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...
"There is no signage for reception on arrival at this property. You have to ask the guy on the gate which way to go, then he has you do a semi check in there, which holds everyone else up trying to enter the property. After checking the room we decided not to stay, this hotel is definitely not a 4 ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024

Borneo Beach Villas
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Great for beach vacations

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $110 per night from May 8 to May 9
$110
includes taxes & fees
$100 per night
May 8 - May 9
This smoke-free hotel features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Dine at the beachfront restaurant and relax with beach umbrellas. Bring ...
7.6/10 Good! (769 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach bars, massages on beach, beach umbrellas

Travelers say...
"Loved it - just old"

Reviewed on Apr 8, 2025

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Great for beach vacations

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Polish Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Island, Sabah
The price is $305 per night from May 29 to May 30
$305
includes taxes & fees
$279 per night
May 29 - May 30
This luxury resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and a marina. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with free beach cabanas and sun loungers. Enjoy ...

Travelers like: on the beach, cabanas, massages on beach, beach umbrellas

Travelers say...
"The walk in rain forest was excellent"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2025

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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Kota Kinabalu hotels essential information

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588 hotels
Lowest Price
$58
Highest Price
$332
Popular hotels
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Beach Villas, Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai, Sabah Beach Villas & Suites, The Pacific Sutera Hotel, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa, Gaya Island Resort

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