Borneo
Travel Guide
Visit Borneo
Where to stay in Borneo
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 Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Centre Point.
Tanjung Aru
Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.
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 Sedco Square or Kompleks Asia City 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.
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
"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 ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
"Great location and beautifull beach"
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Santorini Hotel
"Maintaining the facilities for good future"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2024
Citadines Uplands Kuching
"Too old building"
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
"Room was clean with a nice view of bay, great swimming pool overlooking bay. Great location right next to waterfront, market, shopping mall. Staff where all friendly during interaction. Can recommend staying here. Only small negative is the air conditioner was not great. But otherwise great stay, ..."
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kuching Waterfront
You can take time to visit Kuching Waterfront during your travels to Kuching. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Mount Kinabalu National Park
Tackle the two-day climb to Borneo’s highest peak or enjoy the lower rainforest trails in this park, home to some of the world’s rarest plants.
Damai Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Damai Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Kuching. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.
Mt Kinabalu
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Kinabalu during your travels in Kota Belud. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Bako National Park
Forests, mangroves and beaches teeming with bearded pigs, otters, proboscis monkeys and macaques await at this park, less than an hour’s drive from Kuching.
Things to do
Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour
