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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu |
9.0 / 10 (1497 Reviews) |
From 88$ | |
| The Pacific Sutera Hotel |
8.6 / 10 (598 Reviews) |
From 80$ | |
| Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu |
8.8 / 10 (2772 Reviews) |
From 155$ | |
| Megah D'Aru Hotel |
7.7 / 10 (453 Reviews) |
From 22$ | |
| The Magellan Sutera Resort |
8.5 / 10 (1295 Reviews) |
From 128$ |
There are many options for accommodation when travelling to Kota Kinabalu, but if you’re looking for an activity-rich holiday, a golf hotel may be the ideal choice.
Kota Kinabalu is home to some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world. Designed by some of the sport’s leading names, courses such as the 18-hole Papar course and the 36-hole Kundasang course are perfect for golfing enthusiasts.
What’s more, Kota Kinabalu’s golf hotels offer first-class accommodation and facilities. From restaurants and bars to swimming pools and spas, guests can enjoy a wealth of on-site amenities. And with 24-hour room service, guests can relax and enjoy their stay without having to leave the hotel.
In addition to golfing, Kota Kinabalu is a great destination for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Malaysia. From its miles of unspoilt beaches to its rainforest-covered mountains, the region offers a wealth of activities and attractions. What’s more, the city of Kota Kinabalu is the perfect place to explore the region, with a host of restaurants, bars and shops to enjoy.
So, if you’re looking for a holiday that offers both golf and beautiful scenery, Kota Kinabalu is the perfect destination.
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Hotel sits within a 9-minute walk of City Park and offers a lobby area and a storage room. Located within 5 minutes' drive of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, the hotel comprises 445 rooms and 4 restaurants.
The centre of Kota Kinabalu can be reached within a 15-minute walk, and natural attractions like the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach are approximately 4.6 km away. You can find the memorial park "Double Six Monument", which is a great place to explore the area, at a 2.3 km distance from the Le Meridien. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being near to Central Wet Market. The 5-star Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Hotel is 10 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu International airport and within 4.9 km of North Borneo train station.
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Located about 20 minutes' walk from Tanjung Lipat, The Pacific Sutera Hotel Kota Kinabalu boasts a swimming pool. This hotel serves Asian dishes prepared in the Asian restaurant on site.
The accommodation is nearly a 25-minute walk from the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach, and 3.4 km from North Borneo train station. The 5-star hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as Weston Wetland Park (2.8 km) and City Park (2.7 km). Located in Kota Kinabalu, this property lies a few metres away from Sutera Harbour Resort.
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu enjoys a beachfront location in the heart of Kota Kinabalu and 10 minutes by car from B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination, which will bring a degree of happiness into your life. Offering an infinity swimming pool plus sailing, lawn tennis and a golf course onsite, this 5-star resort is set moments from Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort.
The property is situated approximately an 18-minute stroll from Perdana Park, while Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 10 minutes' drive away. City Park is also located nearly a 10-minute drive from the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Tanjung Aru Beach, which is less than 10 minutes' walk away. No matter the religion, travellers prefer to visit the contemporary Sabah State Mosque, a popular place of worship set at a 2.8 km distance from Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation is within 3.9 km of North Borneo train station, while Kota Kinabalu International airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
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Nestled in the Tanjung Aru district, Megah D'Aru Hotel Kota Kinabalu is nearly 25 minutes' walk from such cultural places of interest as Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. The hotel features 64 rooms and such amenities as a storage room and a barber shop.
Located around a 5-minute walk from Stella Maris Catholic Church, the accommodation is about 10 minutes by car from City Park. This 2-star hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as Tanjung Aru Beach (0.9 km) and Weston Wetland Park (3.2 km). Gaya Street Sunday Market is around 4.3 km away, and North Borneo is situated at a 2 km distance from the property. The nearest bus stop is SM Stella Maris, less than a 5-minute walk away.
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Offering a restaurant and a barber shop, the 5-star Magellan Sutera Resort lies in the Downtown Kota Kinabalu district of Kota Kinabalu, around a 10-minute drive from Handicraft Market and around a 10-minute drive from Oceanus Waterfront Mall. This Kota Kinabalu resort is placed around a 10-minute drive from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, and provides guests with sauna facilities, an outdoor swimming pool and locker rooms.
The Magellan Sutera Resort is placed about 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu International airport and within 3.2 km of such cultural venues as Sabah Art Gallery. Historical sites in the area include the memorial park "Double Six Monument" set just 1.4 km away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach, within 2.8 km of this Kota Kinabalu property. North Borneo train station is within 3.7 km of The Magellan Sutera Resort.
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Kota Kinabalu International |
| Rating 🏅 | 37 |
| Kota Kinabalu Hotels 🛎️ | 449 |
| Cities Nearby 🌇 | Sabah, Kampong Sembulan, Kampong Nasob |
| Minimum Price 💸 | 6$ |
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu |
| Top Service Hotel 🛁 | The Pacific Sutera Hotel |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu |
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The deluxe Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is located 40 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu International airport and offers a swimming pool as well as 5 restaurants. This 5-star upscale resort is 70 minutes' drive from North Borneo train station and a 5-minute stroll from Pantai Dalit Beach.
Rasa Ria Reserve by Shangri-La is placed just a 5-minute stroll away, and Masjid At-Taqwa is 5 minutes by car from the property. The upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is also situated not very far from Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club. The accommodation is placed at a medium distance from Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is located 14 minutes on foot from Dalit Beach.