Best Resorts in Kota Kinabalu
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Private beach
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Pool with view
The 5-star Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel, situated around 5 minutes' walk from Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, entices guests with a sunbathing terrace, playground, and spa services. The resort proudly offers 18 holes of golf, while Pantai Dalit Beach is merely 350 metres away.
Onsite options for an active stay include a swimming pool and a fitness centre. Guests are welcome to embark on horse riding tours. You can also relax with a head massage, a back massage, and a facial massage along with a treatment room and a foot bath.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Pool with view
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
The 5-star Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel, situated around 5 minutes' walk from Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, entices guests with a sunbathing terrace, playground, and spa services. The resort proudly offers 18 holes of golf, while Pantai Dalit Beach is merely 350 metres away.
Onsite options for an active stay include a swimming pool and a fitness centre. Guests are welcome to embark on horse riding tours. You can also relax with a head massage, a back massage, and a facial massage along with a treatment room and a foot bath.
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Beach access
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located only 0.7 km from Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, the 4-star Sutera Sanctuary At Manukan Island Kota Kinabalu hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Kota Kinabalu. Guests can enjoy local cuisine in an à la carte restaurant of this Kota Kinabalu resort and relax by an outdoor swimming pool.
You can enjoy snorkelling and hiking, while staying at the Sutera Sanctuary Kota Kinabalu.
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
Located only 0.7 km from Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, the 4-star Sutera Sanctuary At Manukan Island Kota Kinabalu hotel offers access to tourist attractions throughout Kota Kinabalu. Guests can enjoy local cuisine in an à la carte restaurant of this Kota Kinabalu resort and relax by an outdoor swimming pool.
You can enjoy snorkelling and hiking, while staying at the Sutera Sanctuary Kota Kinabalu.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Sauna
- Infinity pool
The 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel is situated about a 5-minute stroll from Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort and boasts an aqua park and a sundeck. This Kota Kinabalu resort is proud to feature 3 outdoor tennis courts, within a few blocks of Perdana Park.
The Shangri-La invites guests to take part in live performances to ensure a more exciting stay. Onsite sports-related facilities include an adult pool, a fitness centre along with yoga. A steam room, a sauna, and a foot bath are provided to ensure utmost relaxation.
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Sauna
- Infinity pool
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
The 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel is situated about a 5-minute stroll from Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort and boasts an aqua park and a sundeck. This Kota Kinabalu resort is proud to feature 3 outdoor tennis courts, within a few blocks of Perdana Park.
The Shangri-La invites guests to take part in live performances to ensure a more exciting stay. Onsite sports-related facilities include an adult pool, a fitness centre along with yoga. A steam room, a sauna, and a foot bath are provided to ensure utmost relaxation.
Affordable resorts in Kota Kinabalu
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Top location
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Private beach
The Magellan Sutera Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
The 5-star luxury The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu features a private location nearly a 5-minute stroll from Sabah Palace and welcomes guests with a nightclub, a sundeck, and water slides. This Kota Kinabalu resort also takes pride in offering a private art gallery and 2 indoor tennis courts, while being located in proximity to the memorial park "Double Six Monument".
The property has a bowling alley and playground available for free. The Magellan Kota Kinabalu offers to relax with a steam room, a hot tub, a sauna, and a foot bath. Onsite sports-related facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness room along with yoga.
The Magellan Sutera Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
The Magellan Sutera Resort
The 5-star luxury The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu features a private location nearly a 5-minute stroll from Sabah Palace and welcomes guests with a nightclub, a sundeck, and water slides. This Kota Kinabalu resort also takes pride in offering a private art gallery and 2 indoor tennis courts, while being located in proximity to the memorial park "Double Six Monument".
The property has a bowling alley and playground available for free. The Magellan Kota Kinabalu offers to relax with a steam room, a hot tub, a sauna, and a foot bath. Onsite sports-related facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness room along with yoga.
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Private beach
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Offering 27 holes of golf and a 104-berth marina, the 5-star The Pacific Sutera Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated near islands. Guests will enjoy an outdoor swimming pool while staying in the hotel a short way from the South China Sea.
The Pacific Sutera Hotel invites guests to join in on live performances and karaoke. An array of activities is offered on site, such as diving, boating, and bowling. You can also relax with a head massage, a hand massage, and a neck massage along with a sauna and a foot bath.
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Offering 27 holes of golf and a 104-berth marina, the 5-star The Pacific Sutera Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated near islands. Guests will enjoy an outdoor swimming pool while staying in the hotel a short way from the South China Sea.
The Pacific Sutera Hotel invites guests to join in on live performances and karaoke. An array of activities is offered on site, such as diving, boating, and bowling. You can also relax with a head massage, a hand massage, and a neck massage along with a sauna and a foot bath.
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Beach access
Mamutik Island Lodge
- Restaurant
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
The comfortable Mamutik Island Lodge Kota Kinabalu hotel is nestled within 5 minutes' walk of Manukan Island and features an outdoor swimming pool. This Kota Kinabalu resort offers 58 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant.
A number of activities are offered in the area, such as snorkelling and diving.
Mamutik Island Lodge
- Restaurant
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mamutik Island Lodge
The comfortable Mamutik Island Lodge Kota Kinabalu hotel is nestled within 5 minutes' walk of Manukan Island and features an outdoor swimming pool. This Kota Kinabalu resort offers 58 rooms and amenities such as a restaurant.
A number of activities are offered in the area, such as snorkelling and diving.
Resorts in Kota Kinabalu for Adults
Kokol Haven Resort
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
Featuring views of the sea, the 3-star Kokol Haven Resort Kota Kinabalu is located only a 13-minute walk from Kokol Hill. The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms complemented by dry cleaning and housekeeping service.
Thanks to a golf course, guests can stay fit at the Kokol Haven Kota Kinabalu.
Kokol Haven Resort
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
Kokol Haven Resort
Featuring views of the sea, the 3-star Kokol Haven Resort Kota Kinabalu is located only a 13-minute walk from Kokol Hill. The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms complemented by dry cleaning and housekeeping service.
Thanks to a golf course, guests can stay fit at the Kokol Haven Kota Kinabalu.
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Private beach
Borneo Eagle Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Nestled just a 6-minute stroll from Pulau Tiga Park, the 4-star luxurious Borneo Eagle Resort Kota Kinabalu welcomes guests with a sun deck and a picnic area. Featuring a restaurant, this Kota Kinabalu resort is 2.7 km from Survivor Island.
Leisure options at Borneo Eagle Resort include an outdoor swimming pool. At this Kota Kinabalu hotel, guests are welcome to join fitness classes offered at a gym on site.
Borneo Eagle Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Borneo Eagle Resort
Nestled just a 6-minute stroll from Pulau Tiga Park, the 4-star luxurious Borneo Eagle Resort Kota Kinabalu welcomes guests with a sun deck and a picnic area. Featuring a restaurant, this Kota Kinabalu resort is 2.7 km from Survivor Island.
Leisure options at Borneo Eagle Resort include an outdoor swimming pool. At this Kota Kinabalu hotel, guests are welcome to join fitness classes offered at a gym on site.
Kasih Sayang Hill Resort
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Sauna
- Terrace
The 3-star smoke-free Kasih Sayang Hill Resort Kota Kinabalu is just a 12-minute stroll from Kokol Hill and features a terrace with a seating area.
The accommodation features vaious entertainment options including wedding services.
Kasih Sayang Hill Resort
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Sauna
- Terrace
Kasih Sayang Hill Resort
The 3-star smoke-free Kasih Sayang Hill Resort Kota Kinabalu is just a 12-minute stroll from Kokol Hill and features a terrace with a seating area.
The accommodation features vaious entertainment options including wedding services.
Party Resorts in Kota Kinabalu
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Private beach
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
The luxury Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Kota Kinabalu, 3.6 km from Pulau Udar Kecil, offers 18 holes of golf and a private art gallery. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna, this 4-star resort offers a private setting within a few blocks of Lagoon Amusement Park.
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offers water slides and playground as leisure options onsite. Those who like to keep fit can partake in fitness classes and enjoy such activities as hiking, cycling, and billiard.
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
The luxury Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Kota Kinabalu, 3.6 km from Pulau Udar Kecil, offers 18 holes of golf and a private art gallery. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna, this 4-star resort offers a private setting within a few blocks of Lagoon Amusement Park.
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offers water slides and playground as leisure options onsite. Those who like to keep fit can partake in fitness classes and enjoy such activities as hiking, cycling, and billiard.
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Pool with view
Offering a picnic area and a golf course, the 4-star Borneo Beach Villa & Suite Kota Kinabalu hotel lies in a residential area of Kota Kinabalu, about 10 minutes' drive from Karambunai Hidden Beach and 4.2 km from Pantai Dalit Beach. Located 4.8 km from Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club, the resort comprises 120 rooms and 2 restaurants.
The property also has an outdoor swimming pool.
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Pool with view
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
Offering a picnic area and a golf course, the 4-star Borneo Beach Villa & Suite Kota Kinabalu hotel lies in a residential area of Kota Kinabalu, about 10 minutes' drive from Karambunai Hidden Beach and 4.2 km from Pantai Dalit Beach. Located 4.8 km from Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club, the resort comprises 120 rooms and 2 restaurants.
The property also has an outdoor swimming pool.
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Private beach
Sabah Beach Villas & Suites
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated around 10 minutes by car from Rasa Ria Reserve by Shangri-La, the 3-star Sabah Beach Villas & Suites Kota Kinabalu hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a car park on site.
The property has an outdoor swimming pool along with a hot tub. Such spa facilities as a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna are available on site.
Sabah Beach Villas & Suites
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Sabah Beach Villas & Suites
Situated around 10 minutes by car from Rasa Ria Reserve by Shangri-La, the 3-star Sabah Beach Villas & Suites Kota Kinabalu hotel features Wi-Fi in the rooms and a car park on site.
The property has an outdoor swimming pool along with a hot tub. Such spa facilities as a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna are available on site.
Golf Resorts in Kota Kinabalu
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Best-rated
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Private beach
Bigfin Beach Resort
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 2.45 per stay
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Sun terrace
- Sun loungers
- Terrace
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Bigfin Divers, the 3-star Bigfin Beach Resort Kota Belud has a terrace. Featuring a private beach area and a restaurant, this Kota Belud hotel is 3.9 km from Pituru Trail.
The hotel features a variety of activities such as snorkelling, canyoning, and kayaking.
Bigfin Beach Resort
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 2.45 per stay
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Sun terrace
- Sun loungers
- Terrace
Bigfin Beach Resort
Located around 5 minutes' walk from Bigfin Divers, the 3-star Bigfin Beach Resort Kota Belud has a terrace. Featuring a private beach area and a restaurant, this Kota Belud hotel is 3.9 km from Pituru Trail.
The hotel features a variety of activities such as snorkelling, canyoning, and kayaking.
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Great deal
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Private beach
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated 2.8 km from Tamu Kinarut, Langkah Syabas Beach Resort Kinarut includes a private art gallery. Featuring rooms with views of the pool, this 3-star hotel boasts a quiet setting along with a swimming pool available onsite.
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
Situated 2.8 km from Tamu Kinarut, Langkah Syabas Beach Resort Kinarut includes a private art gallery. Featuring rooms with views of the pool, this 3-star hotel boasts a quiet setting along with a swimming pool available onsite.
Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Located about a 10-minute drive from the poignant Kundasang War Memorial, the elegant 3-star Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu Kundasang features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private parking on site.
Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu
Located about a 10-minute drive from the poignant Kundasang War Memorial, the elegant 3-star Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu Kundasang features Wi-Fi in the rooms and private parking on site.
Kota Kinabalu Honeymoon Resorts
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Private beach
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The elegant 5-star Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World is situated 3.1 km from Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and features a sunbathing terrace, massage therapy, and a shared lounge. The beachfront resort is located on a coastline, just 30 metres from Gaya Island.
The Gaya Island has a private beach area with beach towels. Guests can go canoeing, try fitness classes and relax by a year-round outdoor swimming pool.
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
The elegant 5-star Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World is situated 3.1 km from Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and features a sunbathing terrace, massage therapy, and a shared lounge. The beachfront resort is located on a coastline, just 30 metres from Gaya Island.
The Gaya Island has a private beach area with beach towels. Guests can go canoeing, try fitness classes and relax by a year-round outdoor swimming pool.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Private beach
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located on the sandy beach, 2.5 km from Sapi Island, the 5-star Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Gaya Island boasts massage therapy, a terrace, and sun loungers. Located 2.1 km from Coral Flyer, this fantastic hotel features 78 rooms with views of the sea.
The Bunga Raya Gaya Island has a plunge pool along with a steam bath, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna where guests can relax. Keeping fit at this Gaya Island hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness studio that offers fitness classes.
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Located on the sandy beach, 2.5 km from Sapi Island, the 5-star Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Gaya Island boasts massage therapy, a terrace, and sun loungers. Located 2.1 km from Coral Flyer, this fantastic hotel features 78 rooms with views of the sea.
The Bunga Raya Gaya Island has a plunge pool along with a steam bath, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna where guests can relax. Keeping fit at this Gaya Island hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness studio that offers fitness classes.
Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Ironing facilities
Situated within 3 km of the poignant Kundasang War Memorial, Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang features cars for rent. This Kundasang resort offers 28 rooms and amenities such as luggage storage.
Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Ironing facilities
Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang
Situated within 3 km of the poignant Kundasang War Memorial, Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang features cars for rent. This Kundasang resort offers 28 rooms and amenities such as luggage storage.
4 Star Resorts in Kota Kinabalu
Kinabalu Pine Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The comfortable 2-star Kinabalu Pine Resort Kundasang is located within 4 km of Desa Cattle Dairy Farm and features a sunbathing terrace, playground, and a golf course on site.
The Kinabalu Kundasang entices guests to participate in karaoke provided for their enjoyment.
Kinabalu Pine Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Kinabalu Pine Resort
The comfortable 2-star Kinabalu Pine Resort Kundasang is located within 4 km of Desa Cattle Dairy Farm and features a sunbathing terrace, playground, and a golf course on site.
The Kinabalu Kundasang entices guests to participate in karaoke provided for their enjoyment.
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Here is a quick list of Resorts in Kota Kinabalu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu |
8.8 / 10 (1401 Reviews) |
From 42$ | |
| Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island |
8.9 / 10 (328 Reviews) |
From 141$ | |
| Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu |
8.5 / 10 (1604 Reviews) |
From 164$ | |
| The Magellan Sutera Resort |
8.3 / 10 (866 Reviews) |
From 131$ | |
| The Pacific Sutera Hotel |
8.1 / 10 (693 Reviews) |
From 115$ |
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