Borneo Travel Guide

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Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes, island images and a coastal town
Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes and a park
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Kota Kinabalu featuring markets, street scenes and a small town or village
Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes, boating and a bay or harbour

Where to stay in Borneo

Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes 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 Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Centre Point.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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Tanjung Aru

5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

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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.

Karambunai
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes 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.

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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.

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Melabau

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Melabau and surrounding area, you can visit The Mall and Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.

Melabau
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is AU$157 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (999 reviews)
"Hi It’s Excellent everything. Thank you"

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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$284 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice staff, good facilities, really enjoyed"

Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is AU$160 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Hyatt Regency 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.
The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
3.5 out of 5
No. 7 Jl. Jenderal Sudirman, Balikpapan, East Kalimantan
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Balikpapan. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Plaza Balikpapan and ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"

Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2025

The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
3 out of 5
Jln Lapan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and Netflix. Popular attractions Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Imago Shopping ...
6.8/10 (9 reviews)
"Clean and centrally located Borneotel offers easy access to shopping and dining. Situated opposite the Filipino Handicraft market, it boasts efficient and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
Hello Kitty Signature Suite
Hello Kitty Signature Suite
3.5 out of 5
Sri Utama Condominium, IJM, Sandakan
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sandakan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Kampong Buli Sim Sim and Chinese Cemetery ...
5.4/10 (3 reviews)
房間可以 主人懶散
"裝修很符合Hello Kitty 的氛圍,女兒進去就發出一聲驚呼,但廚房水龍頭搖晃,睡覺翻身床板便嘎吱作響。共三房雙衛,還有一個停車位。訂房時附帶早餐,這是最大的騙局,只有幾包咖啡粉,其他什麼都沒有。入住交接鑰匙後,便人影全無,如果這種態度經營民宿的話,還是免了吧!"

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2019

Hello Kitty Signature Suite
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.

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