TOP Beach Resorts & Hotels in Papar for 2026

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Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

฿8,325 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

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

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

Savour paradise on a private beach with free cabanas and massages, just steps from your luxurious beachfront resort.

฿10,346 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island

฿4,082 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

Bask in pristine sandy shores, with exclusive beach bar service and oceanfront dining at this tranquil resort hideaway.

฿13,992 total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Private beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Discover beach paradise with a private sandy shoreline, water sports galore, and ocean-view dining at this luxury resort.

฿8,633 total

includes taxes & fees

30 May - 31 May

One Hotel Lintas Jaya

Kota Kinabalu

฿988 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

The Aru by Ayuhouz

Tanjung Aru

฿862 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Signature Inn

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

฿712 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, Beautiful views over the water, veey helpful, very nice English speaking staff, the buffet meals offer many tasty types of food.. Now stepping outside onto the sidewalks is another thing altogether. Pollution, trash in the water and along the streets is horrible, add to that the broken city sidewalks and hawkers along some of the shops. Fortunately you can grab very decent cabs using Grab, local equivalent to Uber and very inexpensive, to go anywhere without stepping off of the property."

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

8/10 Good

"A lovely hotel by the waterfront with an amazing view of yachts and the islands. All meals are in the buffet restaurant that provides a huge choice of local dishes and some international food. There is a tiny bar by the waterfront that serves simple food in the evenings. Excellent service staff and ambience. The hotel is just 15 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes to shopping malls, served by the hotel's free shuttle bus. Grab to the city is easy to get and inexpensive. Very convenient location. A hassle-free stay at this lovely hotel."

Gayana Marine Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in a Palm Villa and it was amazing. Loved everything about it, especially the breakfast delivered by boat. We spent a lot of time on our deck and in and out of the water. All staff were friendly and genuine. Food at all meals was great. Snorkeling around the property to look for giant clams was a highlight."

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful resort for our honeymoon, and one we’d highly recommend particularly the plunge pool villa that overlooks and has private access to the beach. The jetty was a particular highlight — very well lit, and every night we would walk there looking at the marine life; it was like having our own private aquarium. Some caveats. Don’t expect parties, activities and shows — this is a great resort to unwind and recharge, particularly if you love nature (exactly what we needed for the tail end of a mammoth 3 weeks). The jungle hikes and snorkelling trips are definitely worth doing; the snorkelling around the resort is good but you do have to swim out for the best coral. We considered private boats to KK but didn’t feel the need when you can party with monkeys, monitors, hornbills and wild boar at your doorstep. There are only 2 restaurants on site which can feel a bit limiting, but the food is varied and excellent so we didn’t mind. The staff were warm and attentive throughout without ever being intrusive — a tough balance to strike. And the wine list from their amazing cellar is simply one of the best we’ve ever seen — serious depth in Australian wines alongside some genuine heavy hitters: First Growths, Grange, Sassicaia. Exceptional."

Gaya Island Resort

6/10 Okay

"Could be so much better - this is 3 or 4 start at best - Its missing the finishing touches that enhances guest experience - eg 1 hour for bags to be brought to room, food over priced and average - room aircon is not up to standard, not enough power outlets - in reality only one for guest use in the room, for the money there is better , far better"

Frequently asked questions

What is Papar like for travellers who love the beach?

Book a great spot to stay in Papar, a place with a lot to offer the traveller dreaming of a beach holiday.

What's the best hotel to stay near the beach in Papar?

Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa is a top hotel with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located on the beach .

When's the best time for a beach holiday in Papar?

Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Papar: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Papar are May, June, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 461 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do around Papar?

After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Mandalipau and Crocker Range National Park. You can also pay a visit to Crocker Range Park or Nurul Hidayah Pekan Bongawan Mosque for more to see and do.

What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Papar?

This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Papar more easily: To get to Papar, you can fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), the closest major airport, which is located 22.2 mi (35.8 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Kimanis Station, Kawang Station or Papar Station.

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Our top choices for Papar beach hotels

Gayana Marine Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Mamutik Island Lodge

Gaya Island Resort

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

One Hotel Lintas Jaya

The Aru by Ayuhouz

Signature Inn

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

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Top Papar Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island Resort

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Our top choices for Papar beach hotels

Gayana Marine Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Mamutik Island Lodge

Gaya Island Resort

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

One Hotel Lintas Jaya

The Aru by Ayuhouz

Signature Inn

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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Top Papar Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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