Tanjung Aru Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu

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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
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ₹14,073 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
₹14,073
₹16,815 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic staff made our stay memorable. All were friendly, courteous, helpful and went the extra mile. Would definitely return"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

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
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
8/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
"No issues as described, great for being close to airport for an early start"

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

4 out of 5
Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
"Booked the family suite. Room is spacious with individual air con controls for each room. There are dining options nearby property within walking distance. Property is also very close to the airport."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites
Rail Suite Aeropod

Rail Suite Aeropod

2 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ₹2,372 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
₹2,372
₹3,394 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Tanjung Aru Perdana ...
8/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"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!😊"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Rail Suite Aeropod
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is ₹9,015 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
₹9,015
₹9,944 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ₹7,306 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
₹7,306
₹8,099 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Aru

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Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sutera Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kepayan
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(38 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

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.

Kampung Air
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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.

Luyang
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Likas

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.

Likas
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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.

Alamesra


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