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Beach Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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Bonheur at Karambunai

Kota Kinabalu

Offering a garden and mountain view, Bonheur at Karambunai is set in Kota Kinabalu, 80 metres from Karambunai Beach and 29 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

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Natta Chan
From
Macao
Staff is so nice , quiet environment, direct walk out to beach just 1 mins
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Price from
US$221.26
1 night, 2 adults

9人2房海景套房 Seaview 2bedroom 9 pax bay suite near kk town by Gc

Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.5 km from Likas City Mosque, 9人2房海景套房 Seaview 2bedroom 9 pax bay suite near kk town by Gc offers a private beach area and air...

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Nadhira amalina
From
Malaysia
The main room so spacious, comfortable n sea view so beautiful 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Price from
US$50.13
1 night, 2 adults

Bay Suite - Minuli

Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.5 km from Likas City Mosque, Bay Suite - Minuli offers air conditioning.

H
Hamzah
From
Malaysia
view from the balcony was awesome. Also cark park easy to access.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Price from
US$60.55
1 night, 2 adults

Sea Park LeSu 8 The Shore KK I 1 plus 1 Room 2-5 Pax 홈스테이

Kota Kinabalu

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, city view and a balcony, Sea Park LeSu 8 The Shore KK I 1 plus 1 Room 2-5 Pax 홈스테이 is situated in Kota Kinabalu.

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Amy
From
Malaysia
The unit was very clean, and the environment was so comfortable, with complete kitchen utensils. The owner, Ethan, was friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our night with the best sea view and fireworks from the unit’s balcony. An unforgettable stay 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
Price from
US$174.16
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Set amidst a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms.

S
Seyidova
From
Azerbaijan
The hotel is comfortable, and the staff is very kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,513 reviews
Price from
US$128.36
1 night, 2 adults

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Kota Kinabalu

Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu.

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Sandra
From
Germany
We were very happy about the fact that we had a beach. The usage of the other hotels within this resort was allowed - that was amazing! Great gym and the rooms were pretty big. Excellent!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews
Price from
US$156.94
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru.

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Ivan
From
Malta
Very professionally run. Large swimming pool and access to private sandy beach. Large grounds with 9 hole golf course. Completely private as no one else is allowed unless hotel guests. Room very spacious with all immanigable facilities. Good sized private terrace. Restaurants are efficient and supply a variety if food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews
Price from
US$171.47
1 night, 2 adults

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island

Kota Kinabalu

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island boasts a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites.

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Isabella
From
United Kingdom
Stunning beach rooms but also upgraded to a villa for last night. Would have cost a fortune anywhere else. Staff as a lot of fun in the bar at night and the manager just couldn’t do enough for you. A genuinely kind and thoughtful man
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Price from
US$253.27
1 night, 2 adults

Kinabalu 2 Home stay The Shore KK

Kota Kinabalu

Kinabalu 2 Home stay The Shore KK is located on the seafront in Kota Kinabalu, 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

R
Roziah
From
Malaysia
All things i like , especially the host very very nice attend to our request eventhough it very last minute request😊 the location also very strategic , juat walking distance to pasar philipine
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Price from
US$54.49
1 night, 2 adults

Sabah Beach Villas & Suites

Kota Kinabalu

Set along the beachfront of Karambunai, Sabah Beach Villas & Suites offers spacious suites and villas with private pools. The property has pool and garden views.

K
Katie Honcu
From
Spain
Everything was excellent! The spacious 1 bedroom suite was amazing with steam shower and whirlpool bath. We had balcony facing swimming pool and the beach. Very quiet place with not so many people around...you can have the beach just for yourself most of the day. Cleaning every day. Staff very helpfull..organized for us car rental, airport transfer and trips. The place is a bit remote (restaurants are in the Nexus hotel nearby-free transfer) or you can walk along the beach. I loved that we got a pocket wifi..so we could stay connected everywhere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Price from
US$185.27
1 night, 2 adults
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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 341 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews

Popular with guests booking beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,515 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$217.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews
Facilities for the children. The extra large bed. The sunset on the beach.
Guest review by
gcurchod
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$156.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,515 reviews
We stayed in Ocean Wing and the room was very spacious. In overall the food in restaurants à la carte and buffet is good. They have a really great Spa at the hotel, which is definitely worth it. The pool area at ocean wing is very nice, as well as the beach. We did the sunset morning hike which was totally worth it.
Guest review by
Lisa
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$395.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
We booked one of the hillside lodges and had the private beach just in front of us. The lodge was spacy, comfortable, clean and luxurios with big windows faced to the sea. After the masses of daily tourists left the island at 4:30 pm it was quiet and calm. The staff was very friendly and polite. We would definetly recommend to go there and enjoy the cristal clear sea and sunsets.
Guest review by
Rieke Walkling
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$395.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
The location is wonderful. The private beach with shaded chairs provides an excellent escape from the crowds. Snorkeling is generally pretty good. Lots of activities available of your interested. The rooms are huge and the hilltop ones have a wonderful view of the ocean from the 2nd floor bedroom balcony. The staff are all very kind and helpful when available. The food is decent.
Guest review by
Robert
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$217.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews
The breakfast buffet is great. The poolside service is fantastic. Our children loved the mini splash zone/ water slides and access to the private beach.
Guest review by
DrMrsF
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$217.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews
It has its own private beach, the marina place is conveniently located in the hotel and they're very organised with the islands trips. Breakfast buffet is big and has everything for everyone. Excellent WiFi. The spa is beautiful and they have sunset tai chi classes.
Guest review by
shooq
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$105.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews
the best location to watch sunset since the hotel hv its own private beach
Guest review by
Medley
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$395.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Very beautiful hill side villa and private beach. Secluded when tourists are gone after 4 pm. Even though the corals are not that colorful, we saw a lot of different fishes. Staff members were very friendly and helpful. Walk to and sunset spot are picturesque.
Guest review by
Mirjam
Young couple