Borneo

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Kota Kinabalu which includes a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes
Kota Kinabalu featuring a garden and tropical scenes
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Kota Kinabalu which includes markets, a small town or village and food
Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, a bay or harbor and tropical scenes

Where to stay in Borneo

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(7 area reviews)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The sunset here is always mesmerizing never disappointing. Tanjung Aru is divided into 3 beaches. The first beach is the most popular with locals and tourists. Bring some food or get some local food there and enjoy your meals as the sun displays her colours. It’s about 20 mins drive from the city.

Tanjung Aru

5/5(1 area review)

Pristine beaches and ample 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.

Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

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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Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Karambunai
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Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Alamesra
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Kepayan

Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kepayan
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 P9,079 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
P9,079
P10,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel and accommodation. Breakfast need to be a bit more European/ Australian oriented. Prices at restaurants a bit high. We want to mention James, at the reception to say my big THANK YOU 🙏, for his help, support and great customer service! Looking for something particular, he did his best ..."

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Wing Tat Grand Hotel
Wing Tat Grand Hotel
3 out of 5
T.L 83 Jalan Wall Reserve/Hospital, Semporna, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Semporna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Semporna Mosque and Bukit Tengkorak are ...
6/10 (4 reviews)
Best in Semporna
"Clean, new and spacious hotel, also provide free shuttle services to all jetties. The buffet breakfast was great. One of the best hotel at Semporna I reckon"

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023

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Wing Tat Grand Hotel
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is P5,181 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P5,181
P5,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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)
"First of all let me say that we really enjoyed our stay. The room was just fine, the view was amazing, the pool was good and the restaurant (we only had the breakfast buffet) was very good. The location couldn't have been much better due to it's proximity to the markets. The hotel staff were all ..."

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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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 Imago Shopping Mall and KK Plaza are located ...
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 Jan 5, 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 ...
6/10 (4 reviews)
Overall okay.
"Overall okay. Only thing is the master bedroom aircon which takes awhile to fix. Owner very responsive and provided welcome drinks when arrived. The area is good and quite close to shops. Good to have a car though."

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2025

Hello Kitty Signature Suite
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4 out of 5
G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS, Kota Kinabalu
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"A very nice stay. Would come back again for sure."

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2025

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
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Popular places to visit

Malaysia showing landscape views, mist or fog and mountains

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.

Mount Kinabalu National Park
Kuching Waterfront

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.

Kuching Waterfront
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Damai Beach

Damai Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Damai Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santubong. Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Damai Beach
Gunung Mulu National Park featuring a river or creek and boating as well as an individual male

Gunung Mulu National Park

Hike to spectacular caves and pinnacles and admire the amazing flora and fauna of the Borneo jungle along the way.

Gunung Mulu National Park
Bako National Park which includes rugged coastline and tropical scenes

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.

Bako National Park

Things to do

Kintamani Black Lava Sunrise Jeep Adventure with Temple in Bali

Kintamani Black Lava Sunrise Jeep Adventure with Temple in Bali

P8,480
per adult
Kintamani Black Lava Sunrise Jeep Adventure with Temple in Bali
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