What is Tanjung Aru like?

Tanjung Aru is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its array of dining options. Consider a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park as part of your Tanjung Aru travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Tanjung Aru?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites is the highest ranked property in Tanjung Aru. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include The Atelier and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu .

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Tanjung Aru area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Kota Kinabalu, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 40 Tanjung Aru hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Tanjung Aru, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Tanjung Aru.

What are the top things to see and do in Tanjung Aru?

Tanjung Aru Perdana Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Tanjung Aru. Sabah State Mosque and Sutera Harbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kota Kinabalu.

How can I get around Tanjung Aru and the greater Kota Kinabalu area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Tanjung Aru Station.

The Best Hotels in Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - 2025 Updated Prices

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"It is near the airport."

"I had the best vacation there."

Rp4.200.540 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Very near to airport and parking provided. Owner very responsive and give clear instructions for check in. Room clean and neat. Around got many restaurants. Worth the price for stay!😊"

Rp887.715 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Queen Studio (AS#1) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."

Studio, City View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Rp2.775.835 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

"Nice hotel closed to downtown and airport. Room are cool and big "

"Breakfast buffet less choice."

Rp1.565.046 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."

Rp5.168.741 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Nice to stay there. The restaurant served good foods. "

Rp1.066.344 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"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 were expecting that. The grounds were very birdy and we found two Borean Pit Vipers. The mangrove tour was fantastic. Room is very good quality for the price."

Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy

"The resort was incredible and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend!"

Rp5.113.783 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

"The hôtel is ok for a short trip. Example : between 2 flights!"

Rp610.672 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"

Rp1.418.631 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Great family friendly hotel "

Rp2.002.151 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"

Rp3.407.229 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rp562.796 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

SOHO | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

"Great place. Walking distance to all. "

Rp703.562 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Aug - 9 Aug

"The pool was great."

Rp790.621 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

"Amazing apartment, nice location and nice amenities. "

Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

"We arrived at nearly 10pm and didnt have the self check-in details so we had to send a text to receive the door codes. One of the rooms they said was ours already had people sleeping inside! Fortunately they gave us another room and we found them simple but comfortable. The shower was excellent!"

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Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

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Downtown Kota Kinabalu

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Top Tanjung Aru Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious clean rooms. Friendly staff. Incredible food. Excellent location- walking distance to the food markets, Sunday markets, the ferry port and malls. Special mention again to all staff there- extremely friendly and helpful. We had a great stay, thank you!"

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The Shangti-La is just a step up from other hotels. Yes, it's big and busy but the staff go out of their way to really spoil you. I'm vegan and they bent over backwards to ensure I had a great breakfast, sent soy milk to my room tweaked dishes so I ate well. And the location - oh my. We stayed in a garden room and could walk straight out looking at the sea. Room had a shower and a bath, was well stocked. Water in the fridge every day. Their Spa was great too. I can't think of anything bad about the place. We just didn't want to leave. "

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel with good facilities and friendly staff. The room was very clean and comfortable. After arriving on a late flight I Was a little bit disappointed that we couldn’t get something to eat in the restaurant at 10.30 even though the closing time displayed was 11pm."

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