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Our top choices for Tanjung Aru 4-star hotels

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

1. Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.

2. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (924 reviews)
"Everything was just as we expected"
Canada
Monika
The price is Rp1.725.151
Rp1.907.021 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Grandis Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

3. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (240 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is Rp907.419
Rp1.200.558 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a large chandelier.

4. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff "
Canada
Farzad
The price is Rp1.039.818
Rp1.270.850 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

5. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is Rp1.227.959
Rp1.370.052 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

6. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"The room is a bit dated and the bathroom was grossed, with soap scum and mold. Staff was great and the breakfast was good with good varieties"
United States
Joo Ling
The price is Rp654.479
Rp750.886 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

7. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (736 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is Rp1.083.236
Rp1.213.751 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A beachside gazebo with a thatched roof, white drapes, and a massage table with cushions.

8. Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0 star property
Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (790 reviews)
"Great polite staff, very helpful, very happy. Nexus is a beautiful, picturesque escape from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life. We would definitely book this place again. Just be sure to pack the insect repellent as you would going to any beach."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is Rp1.553.214
Rp1.721.327 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

9. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (604 reviews)
"Facilities a bit aged but clean room with nice club lounge room. Comfortable bed and good breakfast spread of local cruisine."
Singapore
Shih Chung
The price is Rp1.443.588
Rp1.602.931 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a building in the background.

10. Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa

Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Papar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (56 reviews)
"Friendly staff and beautiful place!"
Malaysia
Shelis
The price is Rp1.518.717
Rp1.684.070 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

11. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is Rp1.163.634
Rp1.373.237 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Horizon Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.

12. HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU

HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Clean rooms, convenient to Imago (15-minute walk). Surrounding area needs improvement. Unfortunately, experienced air-conditioning leakage."
Malaysia
EDMUND JOHN KIAN LOON
The price is Rp1.152.528
Rp1.288.586 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

13. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
The price is Rp1.055.066
Rp1.139.508 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Restaurant

14. Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024

Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (154 reviews)
"Great stay as usual. Thank you to the staff for looking after us."
Australia
Eddy
Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

15. Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
4.0 star property
Karambunai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (359 reviews)
"The Borneo Beach Villa is an incredible value! The South China Sea is beautiful, clear and clean!! The villa is as pictured though with some wear and tear - though still lovely and spacious. We stayed in a unit with its own pool that was on the beach.The staff was very responsive. I would recommend renting a car if you are not too intimidated by driving on the left."
United States
Renee
The price is Rp768.098
Rp845.007 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
A modern interior with a large, abstract, woven sculpture and a visible elevator.

16. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
4.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Room was clean, location was convenient."
Singapore
Mark Jian Hao
The price is Rp779.534
Rp1.361.680 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
A spacious living area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central coffee table.

17. Ming Garden Hotel

Ming Garden Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (784 reviews)
"Great stay. Lovely hotel"
United Kingdom
edward
Ming Garden Hotel
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.

18. The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!"
United Kingdom
Krisztina Rahel
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
A wooden pathway leading to a building with a triangular roof and large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

19. Borneo Eagle Resort

Borneo Eagle Resort
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Une établissement unique à Bornéo, situé sur une île magnifique, loin de la foule. L’équipe a été parfaite, les repas délicieux, et les activités proposées sont très bien organisées."
France
REMI
Borneo Eagle Resort
A paved pathway leading to a pool area with a view of the ocean and a distant island.

20. Jesselton Point Homestay

Jesselton Point Homestay
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Point Homestay
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

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Rp1.539.010
Rp1.705.987 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was just as we expected"
Monika 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grandis Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."
Carolyn 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Tanjung Aru?
Kick back in the comfort and quality of The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites. This 4-star hotel around Tanjung Aru is ranked highly by many Expedia guests and includes a swimming pool and a separate dining area. Another in-demand escape in or near this neighbourhood is Ming Garden Hotel and Residences. Limousine services and a terrace help make it popular.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Tanjung Aru?
Offering a welcoming guest experience and upscale décor, 4-star hotels are a fabulous option for your Tanjung Aru getaway. These types of stays generally come with loads of handy amenities that make it a breeze to kick back and relax — think 24-hour room service, restaurants and pools. Or enjoy even more lavishness at a 5-star hotel designed to spoil you with high-end perks and amenities. Full-service health clubs, premium toiletries and fine dining are typically included at these swanky retreats.