We have created a list with the best spa hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. 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 Ada Nyman & Alexandra Bocheliuk. Updated February 2024.
Wonderful SPA facilities. 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. Alternatively, guests can indulge in a variety of spa treatments at the in-house spa. 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. 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
I think this place could be the most STYLISH spa hotel in Kota Kinabalu.
Stunning pool facilities. Superb sauna facilities. Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spaand 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
Outstanding SPA facilities. Boasting 3 outdoor pools, 8 dining options and a golf course, Nexus Resort & Spaoffers relaxing stays in Karambunai, 30 km from Kota Kinabalu. Free internet is available throughout and free parking is provided for guests who drive. You can relax with a soothing massage at Borneo Spa or play a friendly game at the 18-hole golf course. Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is 36 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport. The spacious room is tastefully decorated and air-conditioned. It features a flat-screen satellite TV and a private balcony overlooking the sea, the garden or the golf course. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer and a bathub. Daily buffet breakfast is served at Penyu Restaurant, which also offers all-day dining alongside Kingfisher Restaurant. Light meals and drinks can be enjoyed at the poolside bar Splashes as well as the semi-outdoor Sunset Bar & Grill. The little ones can also play at the kids' club and the kids' pool. Staff at the 24/7 reception can assist you with outdoor activities such as cycling and horse riding. Lagoon Park is 4.2 km away and free hourly shuttle is available.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL resorts in Kota Kinabalu. It also has a great SPA.
Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers spacious and elegant accommodation with free WiFi throughout. The property boasts an outdoor pool and 6 dining options. Handicraft Market and Night Food Market are within a 700 metres walk away. Furnished with contemporary decor, the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV and luxury amenities. Some rooms offer club lounge access. The en suite bathroom is fitted with a rain shower and a hairdryer. Guest may enjoy scenic view from the rooms. Dining options at the hotel include Tanjung Ria Kitchen, which is Halal-certified and features local and Western cuisines in a contemporary, show-kitchen setting. Sushi and Japanese fare can be enjoyed at the award-winning Nagisa. Guests can exercise at the fitness centre or have a pampering treatment at the spa. Other facilities include a tour desk and a 24-hour reception. Currency exchange and laundry services are also available. Gaya Street is 400 metres from Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, while IMAGO Shopping Mall can be reached with a 3.5 km drive. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 10 KM from the property. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Wonderful sauna. Amazing pool. 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. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a fitness center, a sauna and a swimming pool. Show full description
Newly opened, March 2024. Boasting a bar, Margo Hotel KK is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 5.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Featuring a restaurant, the 1-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms have a desk. Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Margo Hotel KK have a city view. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. North Borneo Railway is 6 km from Margo Hotel KK, while Likas City Mosque is 8.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International, 5 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This boutique hotel is located directly above Warisan Square Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and rooms with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi access. The modern rooms at Celyn City Hotel are equipped with cable TV, a personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The en suite bathroom comes with bathroom amenities and a hairdryer. Celyn City Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and just a 5-minute walk to the popular central and handicraft market.Show full description
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