We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. We have also included hotels in resorts and palaces. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Charming. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Boasting a surrounding tropical forest and an organic garden, The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located 4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront. This eco-friendly property features air-conditioned guests rooms with free WiFi access. All rooms are fitted with a satellite flat-screen TV and complimentary bottled water. The en suite bathroom comes with a shower and a hairdryer. Complete set of toiletries and bathrobes are available during the stay. Newspaper can be delivered daily upon request. Buffet breakfast is served daily at Tangerine Restaurant, which also opens for lunch and dinner. It specialises in Italian, Malaysian cuisines and other Asian dishes, cooked in an open-kitchen with pool and forest view seating. Other facilities on site include a spa. Staff at the 24/7 reception are happy to assist you with laundry at an additional charge. For your convenience, daily housekeeping and luggage storage are provided for free. Other facilities include a ballroom, business center and meeting facilities. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is 3.2 km from Sabah Museum, while Jesselton Point is 4.6 km away. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 10 km from the property.Show full description
Close to beach front. Very cosy. Superb interior design. Langkah Syabas Resort is located in Kota Kinabalu, and offers beachfront accommodation. The resort has 2 outdoor swimming pools, a mini golf green, a library and a restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available at all public areas. Rooms at Langkah Syabas Resort come with a private balcony and air-conditioning. Standard amenities include a TV, fridge and tea/coffee maker. Various activities including island trips and kayaking can be arranged at the resort. The hotel’s restaurant offers a wide variety of international cuisines and selected Asian specialties. Langkah Syabas Beach Resort is a 30-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu Town. Kota Kinabalu Airport and Lok Kawi Wildlife Park are less than 5 km away.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most COSY AND ROMANTIC resorts in Kota Kinabalu. It also has outstanding views and a great SPA.
Beach front location. Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Set amidst a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms. It boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and 6 dining options. Free private parking is provided and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. Decorated in earthy tones, every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and coffee/tea making facilities. Guests enjoy views of the garden or sea from the private balcony. For your comfort, luxury Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu toiletries and bathrobes are included. Offering a vast selection of international cuisines, such as Japanese, Western, Malaysian and Oriental cuisine restaurants, this resort also offers a beachside bar and a music lounge for a relaxing drink. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements and outdoor activities, such as horse riding and jungle trekking. Alternatively, guests can indulge in a variety of spa treatments at the in-house spa. Kota Kinabalu is 35 km from Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, while Kinabalu Mountain is 72 km away. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, a 40 km drive from the property.Show full description
Luxurious. Great breakfast. Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu. This luxury resort is a short distance away from Sutera Harbour Marina and Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free parking is provided for guests who drive. Overlooking the garden or the sea, every room and suite is fitted with a private balcony and a flat-screen satellite TV. The en suite bathroom comes with a bathub/shower and premium amenities. Some rooms offer access to Magellaan Club. Dining options are plenty, with breakfast served at Five Sails everyday and Italian cuisine on the menu at Ferdinand's. Al Fresco specialises in seafood dishes, while coffee/tea and pastries can be enjoyed at Muffinz and Tarik's Lounge. Adults can play a game of golf or tennis, while the little ones can play in the kids' club and the outdoor playground. Bowling, billiard and fitness centre are among the facilities offered. For your convenience, shuttle service to the city is provided and staff at 24-hour reception are happy to assist you with tour arrangements. IMAGO Shopping Mall is 3 km from The Magellan Sutera Resort, while Kota Kinabalu is a 4.5 km drive away. Kota Kinabalu Airport is reachable within a 8 km car drive from the resort.Show full description
Great location. Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible throughout and for guests who drive, free parking is available. Featuring contemporary decor, every room is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV, an electric kettle and a minibar. The en suite bathroom comes with a bath, a shower and free toiletries. Guests enjoy sea or golf course view. Cafe Boleh serves daily buffet breakfast and all day dining, while Silk Garden specialises in Chinese cuisines. Drinks and snacks are available at the Pool Bar, Lobby Lounge and Breeze Beach Club. Pampering massages are offered at the Chavana Spa and guests can play a game in the bowling alley. Staff at the 24/7 front desk are happy to assist you with outdoor activities and tour queries. Other facilities include a fitness centre and a children's playground. IMAGO Shopping Mall and Sabah Museum are 1.8 km from The Pacific Sutera. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 6 km from the property.Show full description
Lovely property. 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. Set 7 km from Kota Kinabalu, it features free WiFi throughout and free parking is provided. Featuring elegant decor, the spacious rooms are fitted with air-conditioning, a seating area and a flat-screen satellite TV. Stunning ocean or mountain views can be enjoyed from private balconies with outdoor seating. For your convenience, the en suite bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Dining options include Shang Palace, which specialises in Chinese cuisines. Live entertainment accompanies light refreshments at Borneo Lounge and Bar. Guests can enjoy various water sports activities, such as jet ski, surfing and diving. Children can play in the kids' pool with waterslides. Other amenities include a 9-hole golf course and Chi, The Spa, which offers relaxing massages. The staff at 24/7 reception are happy to assist you with car rentals and airport transfers at ab additional charge. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 7.3 km from the property.Show full description
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