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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
4.5/5742 Reviews
Tanjung Aru
I've had the privilege of staying in numerous Shangri-La's throughout Southeast Asia, and this particular one felt somewhat dated and in dire need of modernisation. I could see signs of improvements in progress, with sections that appeared to have already received a facelift. On my first day, I ventured to the sauna, only to find the temperature so lukewarm that I couldn't even work up a sweat. I voiced my discontent, and I'm pleased to report that the issue was addressed promptly by the next day. One aspect that left me somewhat disenchanted was the interaction, or rather lack thereof, between the staff and guests. It didn't quite embody the exemplary service one would expect from a high-end 5-star establishment. However, there was a shining exception to this observation - Addy, who was stationed at the breakfast area. Addy demonstrated a commendable level of attentiveness, engaging guests at their tables and ensuring needs were met promptly. Whether you required additional items or sought information, Addy was the person to turn to. This kind of service truly exemplified the standard one would anticipate from a hotel of this caliber. I did have an enjoyable stay, but for this hotel to remain a five star there is room for improvement.

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Number of hotels2
Number of Reviews 744
Lowest PriceUS$53
Highest PriceUS$926
Average Price(Weekend Night)US$246
Average Price(Weekday Night)US$241

Kota Kinabalu Family-friendly Hotel Guide

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For those traveling for business and tourism, Kota Kinabalu International Airport is the preferred choice when visiting Kota Kinabalu.

There are 376 hotels in Kota Kinabalu on Trip.com, including luxury, boutique, and budget hotels. When looking for hotels in Kota Kinabalu, there are likely good options at a nightly budget of just 49 USD. There are 7 five-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu at an average price of 129 USD per night. There are 13 four-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu at an average price of 106 USD per night. There are 98 three-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu at an average price of 47 USD per night. There are 69 two-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu at an average price of 38 USD per night. As a popular tourist city, Kota Kinabalu has many renowned chain hotels. Those who favor Novotel can choose a hotel under its name. In Kota Kinabalu, chain hotels such as Novotel are one of the top choices among travelers. Horizon Hotel Kota Kinabalu in Kota Kinabalu is a favorite among Trip.com users. If you're still unsure, Trip.com recommends Hotel Sixty 3 Kota Kinabalu.

If you stay at a hotel in downtown Kota Kinabalu, nearby attractions like Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Borneo Holiday and Vehicles Rental, Pu Toh Si Temple can be your first stop. For short trips in Kota Kinabalu, Pulau Tiga Park, Mantanani Islands, Mengalum Island are all good options. The most popular attractions for tourists in Kota Kinabalu are Tanjung Aru Beach, Gaya Street. Upon departure, you can head to popular commercial areas like Centre Point Sabah, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Imago Shopping Mall to buy souvenirs or travel accessories.

Average Temperature

• January to March: 28.92°C during the day, 25.04°C at night

• April to June: 30.06°C during the day, 26.11°C at night

• July to September: 29.55°C during the day, 25.65°C at night

• October to December: 29.14°C during the day, 25.36°C at night

Average seasonal Rainfall

• Spring: 76.23 cm

• Summer: 203.27 cm

• Autumn: 272.73 cm

• Winter: 296.83 cm

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