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Tonight
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Tomorrow
15 Oct - 16 Oct
This weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Papar beach hotels

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.
A large swimming pool with a clear view of the surrounding cityscape and distant mountains.
A modern building with a unique curved roof and a parking lot in front.
A modern living room with a long wooden table, a black and gold cabinet, and a large window with sheer curtains.

1. The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
Tanjung Aru
€62
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.
A hotel room with a large window, a round dining table with fruit, a television, and a view of the sea.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a book and a cup, and a view of the sea and greenery.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

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.
€202
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.

3. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
€221
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
A staircase leading to a landing with a wall-mounted light fixture and a small table with a vase of flowers.
A jewelry store with glass display cases containing various necklaces and bracelets.
A hotel room with two beds, a dark headboard, white bedding, a green curtain, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A hotel with a prominent 'ONE HOTEL' sign, multiple balconies, and a modern architectural design.

4. One Hotel Lintas Jaya

One Hotel Lintas Jaya
Kota Kinabalu
€26
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
One Hotel Lintas Jaya
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a large window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a chair.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and two pendant lights.
A room with a large window, a curtain, and a rack with hanging clothes.

5. Rail Suite Aeropod

Rail Suite Aeropod
Tanjung Aru
€40
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Rail Suite Aeropod
A modern living room with a sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a chair. Large windows with red curtains offer a view of a cityscape and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass partition, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.
A modern building with a sign that reads "Riverson Sembulan".
A modern living room with a kitchen area, a round coffee table, and a TV on a white cabinet.

6. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
€41
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

7. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
  • Bask in pristine sandy shores, with exclusive beach bar service and oceanfront dining at this tranquil resort hideaway.
€389
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.
A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.
A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
€34
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a vanity with a mirror.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with a chair and a table.
A coffee shop with a sign that reads "FLOW COFFEE". Inside, there are tables and chairs arranged for customers.
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

9. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
€78
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.
A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

10. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
€29
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
CJ Residence
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Top Papar Hotel Reviews

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."
Megan 7-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

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."
Trein 4-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

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 close to 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 Lok Kawi Wildlife Park 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.