Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu





Visit Tanjung Aru
Stay near popular Tanjung Aru attractions
Things to do

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Top hotels in Tanjung Aru

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

C'haya Hotel
"It was okay. Staff were professional but seems as if they're in mourning whenever I appeared. Conversations just stopped, etc. It's the hospitality industry. You might have to talk with people who don't look like you. Sorry. Rooms were fairly clean. The thing about the tourist tax and deposit was ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
"Unfortunately, our stay at The Aru was disappointing. Cleaning was never completed on time, and when the apartment was cleaned, items were regularly missed or left undone. The overhead shower did not work, and we also experienced problems with the hot water. Communication from the staff was poor, ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel 7 Suria

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
"Probably the nicest place I’ve ever stayed. Such good value for money. Food is a little pricey but as you’d expect from a resort. Great quality though. Lovely place and can’t wait to go back."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
"Stayed for our honeymoon staff where attentive and made special arrangements for us. Also very good location and nice room with great view"
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026
Where to stay in Tanjung Aru

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.












