Tanjung Aru Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.
A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.
A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a distant island.
A beach with people playing in the water and a plane on the runway in the background.
A calm sea with two small islands and a pink and purple sky.

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Top hotels in Tanjung Aru

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp6.122.225 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
Rp6.122.225
Rp7.268.589 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean property, just felt some things could use an upgrade and better amenities. The spa was fantastic though!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
 Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

3 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp837.986 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp837.986
Rp949.389 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and balconies. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall ...
7.6/10 Good! (13 reviews)
"At first it was a little tricky to find the exact location but other than that everything was fine."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah
The price is Rp3.593.480 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
Rp3.593.480
Rp3.925.322 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp2.789.178 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp2.789.178
Rp3.056.676 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp2.262.561 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp2.262.561
Rp2.487.930 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Great gym and pool amenities. Dining set menu in the restaurant was fantastic!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is Rp3.637.844 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp3.637.844
Rp3.973.235 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

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Downtown Kota Kinabalu

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City.

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.

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.

Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 Likas Stadium.



Tanjung Aru Travel Guide