Tanjung Aru Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.
A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.
A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a distant island.
A beach with people playing in the water and a plane on the runway in the background.
A calm sea with two small islands and a pink and purple sky.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Tanjung Aru

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is ฿11,246 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿11,246
฿13,351 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean property, just felt some things could use an upgrade and better amenities. The spa was fantastic though!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

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
The price is ฿1,335 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿1,335
฿1,523 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall ...
7.6/10 Good! (13 reviews)
"At first it was a little tricky to find the exact location but other than that everything was fine."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

4 out of 5
Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Tanjung ...
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah
The price is ฿7,660 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿7,660
฿8,354 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is ฿4,074 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
฿4,074
฿4,482 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Room is clean and spacious."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is ฿4,821 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿4,821
฿5,289 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

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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.

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.

Kepayan

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



Tanjung Aru Travel Guide