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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$179 nightly
The price is $195 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$195 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

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

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$282 nightly
The price is $304 total per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
$304 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, free waterpark access, kids club, playground

Travelers say...
"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 May 28, 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1A Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
$162 nightly
The price is $180 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$180 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total includes taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the a rooftop terrace and perks like free WiFi. There's a poolside bar on site, and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (890 reviews)
"Based on my observations and comparing with some hotels that I stayed before, I shared with PIC at related areas of responsibility and most importantly they listed and noted those areas that I mentioned and recommended for improvement. This means they are interested to continuously improve and become ..."

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

Grandis Hotel
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Great for families

The Magellan Sutera Resort

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
$232 nightly
The price is $255 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$255 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total includes taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Take the beach shuttle and relax with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterslide, playground, game room

Travelers say...
"Friendly and very good customer service especially from the front desk,which i can thank enough to help me solve some of difficult face during my stay!!worth for money"

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Great for families

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Sutera Harbour, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
$128 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$142 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (1,001 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, waterslide, kids club, playground

Travelers say...
"Smooth check in process and beautiful place."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Precinct Dillenia, Jalan Sepanggar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$61 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
$64 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees
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! (351 reviews)
It’s was ok but needs some upkeep.
"Not bad not great. The place needs some upkeep, but they trying. You can tell at one time this was a very nice place, but that was a time ago. The beach is nice and the AC worked for the most part. There is limited dining close by. And we did see a couple cockroaches in the place. One was huge. For ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
7.4/10 Good! (780 reviews)
"The Ming Garden is located very near many things. The staff were friendly and helpful. The value for the money spent was excellent."

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2025

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Borneo Vista Suites Hotel

Borneo Vista Suites Hotel

K.K. Suites, Jalan Kemajuan, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
This aparthotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and airport ...
"nothing..."

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2018

Borneo Vista Suites Hotel
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With over 585 hotels in Kota Kinabalu, you have a great selection of kid-friendly places to stay. Whether you’re looking for a cheap-and-cheerful property with plenty of space or an activity-filled kid-friendly resort, there’s a getaway to suit your style and your budget at Travelocity.


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