Tanjung Aru Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Tanjung Aru Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is AU$343 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$343
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly with😀"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

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
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
"No issues as described, great for being close to airport for an early start"

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

4 out of 5
Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
"Booked the family suite. Room is spacious with individual air con controls for each room. There are dining options nearby property within walking distance. Property is also very close to the airport."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites
Rail Suite Aeropod

Rail Suite Aeropod

2 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is AU$59 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$59
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Tanjung Aru Perdana ...
8/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"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!😊"

Reviewed on 18 July 2025

Rail Suite Aeropod
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
The price is AU$237 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$237
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location for watching the sunset by the beach"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$140 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$140
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"very good location"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Aru

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Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kepayan
Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes, island images and a coastal town

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(42 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes, island images 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.

Kampung Air
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Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Luyang
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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.

Likas
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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.

Alamesra


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