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Our top choices for Tanjung Aru hotels

Outdoor pool
The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"Excellent stay"
Netherlands
Wybe
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Interior
Bayu 23 Hotel

Bayu 23 Hotel

Bayu 23 Hotel
2.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
The price is ฿842
฿985 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Bayu 23 Hotel
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rail Suite Aeropod

Rail Suite Aeropod

Rail Suite Aeropod
2.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"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!😊"
Singapore
Megan May Chen
The price is ฿873
฿1,249 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Rail Suite Aeropod
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"great hospitality "
Malaysia
SITIE ASHYURRAH
The price is ฿5,402
฿6,451 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Queen Studio (AS#1) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10)
"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."
South Korea
Anonymous traveller
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
Breakfast area
Megah D'Aru Hotel

Megah D'Aru Hotel

Megah D'Aru Hotel
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.0 out of 10, Good, (92)
"歯ブラシは置いてほしいです 空港から近いのはいいですね！ スッタッフは親切でした"
Japan
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿935
฿1,180 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Megah D'Aru Hotel
Studio, City View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Aru Suites Kota Kinabalu

Aru Suites Kota Kinabalu

Aru Suites Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
The price is ฿5,038
฿5,518 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Aru Suites Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
4.0 star property
Karambunai, 20.5 km from Tanjung Aru
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (354)
"The hotel is old and requires an upgrade. I stayed at the beach front villa, it has a nice view though."
Malaysia
Chan Shiang
The price is ฿1,536
฿1,766 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
Deluxe Twin Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Margo Hotel KK

Margo Hotel KK

Margo Hotel KK
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2.1 km from Tanjung Aru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The bed is quite comfortable and clean for my liking. The shower temperature is easy to control and the strength is as good as my home. The hotel overall is very clean. "
Singapore
Fan
Margo Hotel KK
Reception
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4 km from Tanjung Aru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Donna
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
CJ Residence

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.5 km from Tanjung Aru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is ฿981
฿1,136 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
CJ Residence
Lobby
Adel Hotel

Adel Hotel

Adel Hotel
3.0 star property
6.5 km from Tanjung Aru
7.4 out of 10, Good, (26)
"This is budget hotel and good for money. Easy to find and have cafe near to the hotel"
Malaysia
NURUL NADIA
The price is ฿571
฿751 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Adel Hotel
AJ Residence 1 | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3.4 km from Tanjung Aru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is ฿1,048
฿1,208 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Reception
Signature Inn

Signature Inn

Signature Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.1 km from Tanjung Aru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Great location, 24/7 security that let ut in at night. Simple room but perfect for exploring the city."
Norway
Halvor
The price is ฿677
฿808 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Signature Inn
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.2 km from Tanjung Aru
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. However, this is an older hotel and for a similar price you could stay at some of the newer hotels in KK."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ฿2,760
฿3,057 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Waterslide
Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa

Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa

Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
19.6 km from Tanjung Aru
7.8 out of 10, Good, (56)
"Friendly staff and beautiful place!"
Malaysia
Shelis
The price is ฿2,810
฿3,111 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Beringgis Beach Resort & Spa
On the beach
Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Tanjung Aru
The price is ฿3,448
฿3,801 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Mamutik Island Lodge
Property entrance
Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.2 km from Tanjung Aru
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (191)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
The price is ฿831
฿1,057 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hotel Gaia 95
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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, 3.1 km from Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ฿1,617
฿2,134 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3.2 km from Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (976)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is ฿2,475
฿2,750 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

Find the best Tanjung Aru areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Tanjung Aru
Learn more about Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

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 Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Top Tanjung Aru Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The relaxing environment and view. Cafe tatu menu can be improved to include authentic Malaysian cuisine . "
Prof Mahadeva 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

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 by Ayuhouz is the highest ranked property in Tanjung Aru. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is 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 45 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. Sutera Harbour and Sabah State Museum 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.