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Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools
View from room
Ocean Panorama Premier | Balcony
Ocean Panorama Premier | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar, beach bar

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • On private beach
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88993
  • Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • 1Borneo Hypermall
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Ocean Panorama Deluxe | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Ocean Panorama Deluxe

  • 463 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Borneo Executive Suite

  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Panorama Premier | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Ocean Panorama Premier

  • 457 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Borneo Garden Deluxe | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Borneo Garden Deluxe

  • 457 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Nexus Club Deluxe

  • 457 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Beachside getaway.With a stay at this Karambunai hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai and 12 miles (20 km) of 1Borneo Hypermall. Tun Mustapha Tower and Dalit Beach are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 1Borneo Hypermall - 24 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • University of Malaysia Sabah - 26 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 34 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 36 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Putatan Station - 37 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Ah Yong - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nyuk Pau Ngiu Cap Baru 2 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gayang Seafood Restaurant 佳揚海鮮樓 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restoran Kak Tini - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Our Land Eco Farm - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4-star beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools
Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. Summer fun is a breeze at Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course, cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, and enjoy a treatment at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 6 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, a steam room, and a fitness center. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Kota Kinabalu hotel is smoke free.

  • 485 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • 6 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1997
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offers 485 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 6 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property will be renovating Ocean Panorama Deluxe Rooms and the Horizon Lounge until July 10, 2025.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 17 2025 to July 10 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 125.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: MYR 120 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 125.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

This property does not permit cooking or outside food on the premises.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai to the airport?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is 21.1 mi (49-min drive) away from the Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai have an airport shuttle?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of MYR 120. per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offer free breakfast?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai have a pool?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai have a restaurant?

There are 6 onsite restaurants, offering options like Asian cuisine, a poolside location, and ocean views.

Does Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features beach massages.

How close is Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai to downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is 9.7 mi away from Kota Kinabalu.

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 773 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 773 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 773 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 773 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 773 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ismail

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get away

My daughter and friends enjoyed very much their stay there...like the beach n pool and cozy surrounding.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most beautiful beaches and sunrise The hotel is like a elegant garden The staff is really nice and friendly The atmosphere is quite and you can hear the gorgeous sound of the bird You can see many lovely animals like monkeys lizard many kinds of bird and squirrels Standing on the balcony viewing the peaceful sea you know that life can really be a long adventure
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sofia J, Vancouver

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please reconsider stay- horrible stay. The buildings could be so beautiful but they have left it to literally fall apart. We were apparently in the new/upgraded wing yet building fallong apart, dirty and water stopped working for period of time. Garbage left around for our three say stay in corridors and pool area and only half restaurants are open and those that are offer poor quality food. The breakfast utensils were on kleenex papers and the Chinese restaurant smelled like smoke with stained table clothes and chairs. The beach and ocean is only redeeming factor but not worth the stay. I would say 2 star hotel rating. Consider rebooking elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yee Wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

sung sook

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Philip

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Yau Chun

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Andrene Li Yin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
nice beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

HWANSOO

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kamsin Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and lots of nature in and around the resort. My only real complaint is that the food was disappointing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Oliver

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very mixed review! I have now stayed here on five different occasions however it has noticeably in disrepair and badly maintained after Covid. My stay this time was not great but on my previous stays 2006-2018 it was great therefore I will hope this is purely down to the effects of covid and will improve in the near future.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Victor charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
A bit dissapointed with the clenaliness of the bathroom.overall okey.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Aljalinah Biou

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not ready when we arrived at hotel, towels were not allocated in the room, room service took a long time every time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

JYE YEE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Short stay in Nexus Karambunai

Is a bit run down for the garden villa. Not suitable for elderly as buggy service drop off point is lobby, whereby restaurant is at lower floor and do not have lift service. Chinese restaurant service is not so good and it took an hour waiting time to serve food. Food choices limited for dinner and some are buffet which is not suitable for elderly and young kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Yunshi Anna

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A mediocre stay

The hotel staff were friendly enough but the hotel was a bit old and requires a bit of maintenance work. The food was quite disappointing and a lot of the things we wanted on the menu were out of stock. The kids activities were disorganised, whereby everything started late and only lasted 30mins when it was an hour activity. None of the water sport activities were available to do even though it was advertised everywhere. This hotel has so much potential but requires a lot of work to make it at a higher standard
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

David, Seoul, Korea

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the surrounding nature of the resort. Staffs were friendly as well. However, room (especially bathroom) and some of the resort facilities were outdated and unclean. Bathroom needs refurbishment work and overall cleanness needs to be improved.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Deanne, Sydney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our family holiday here, we had two adjoining rooms that had beautiful views and were close to all amenities. Staff were amazing, nothing was too much trouble and their friendliness was outstanding. The restaurants were also outstanding and having live entertainment each evening was lovely. We would also recommend the Borneo Spa for a special treat and pamper. We would definitely love to return here one day, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019