Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

$$$$|View on mapKota Kinabalu, Malaysia|Reservation: +44-160-073-8777|
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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Overview

Located just 5 minutes on foot from Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort, the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel features an aqua park, a golf course, and a garden. Boasting a secluded location within 5 minutes' drive of a historical place like Double Six Monument, this luxury resort includes an indoor swimming pool.

Location

Situated in the Pantai Tanjung Aru district of Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute ride from Handicraft Market, the beachfront property is at a medium distance from Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. From the award-winning Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, it will take 18 minutes to walk to Perdana Park. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Tanjung Aru Beach, which is approximately a 20-minute walk away. The nearby notable religious buildings include Sabah State Mosque, within a 3-km distance of Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel.

For those travelling from afar, Kota Kinabalu International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

You can choose from one of the 492 well-appointed rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and self-catering amenities like a mini-bar, tea and coffee making equipment. Guests can use a sauna and a hot tub, along with dressing gowns. Some units have memorable views of the mountain.

Eat & Drink

The Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers breakfast in the restaurant. The property has Coco Joes Grill restaurant with a spacious terrace, as well as international cuisine. The poolside bar invites you to try light drinks with light snacks. It overlooks the sea. This Kota Kinabalu hotel features a restaurant nearby, where guests can enjoy a variety of Asian cuisine.

Leisure & Business

The property includes a summer terrace and water slides available for an additional charge. The Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, has a private beach area with loungers and beach umbrellas. Keeping fit at the accommodation is convenient thanks to a fitness room that offers aerobics. A sauna and an outdoor swimming pool, along with body scrub, body treatments, and facials, are provided to ensure a perfect stay. There is a business centre with a xerox and a desk available on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12 pm
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Malay
Building
Year renovated:2007
Number of floors:7
Number of rooms:492
Former name
shangri la's tanjung aru resort & spa, kota kinabalu
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Rooms and availability

Tanjung Pool View Twin
  • Room size:

    47 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Pool view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Tanjung Pool View King
  • Room size:

    47 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Pool view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Kinabalu Sea View Terrace King
  • Room size:

    47 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Infinity pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Children's buffet

Private beach

Beach access

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Tennis court
  • Table tennis
  • Mini golf
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Fishing

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Aqua park
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

💵 Lowest room price 136 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.8 km
🗺️ Location rating 8.4
✈️ Distance to airport 6.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kota Kinabalu International, BKI

Location

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20 Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100
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20 Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort
200 m
Restaurant
Cafe Tatu
580 m
Restaurant
Coco-Joe's Bar & Grill
650 m
Restaurant
Sunset Bar at Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
820 m
Restaurant
The Korean Club Restaurant
470 m

Reviews of Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

8.4 /10
Great252 reviews
Location8.4
Rooms7.4
Service7.2
Dining7.8
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  • Perfect
    9.0

    The room here is new, well-furnished, and spacious.

    John United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    With amazing views of the sea, a beautifully decorated and well-equipped room full of essentials like coffee, a cozy sitting area, and a safe box.

    Patrick United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Every time I'm in Kota Kinabalu, I choose this place. the hotel is reasonably clean with enormous breakfasts and well-trained staff. the king room is brand-new and has a sitting area, a safe box, and a kettle. Exceptionally nice location very close to the mall, you can walk everywhere. the main bar is relaxing.

    Arthur United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    Large and delicious breakfast with cupcakes and Plates piled high and western style options, worth to decide on it.

    John United States, 
  • Guest rating
    5.4

    Nice variety of hot waffles and eggs for breakfast. Good-sized, top-notch room with excellent free WiFi, luggage storage, and a balcony. Stunning and beautiful location, near the beach.

    Beds were a little hard.

    Tom United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Convenient location with a short walk to a beach where security guards make sure everything's in order. The beach is lovely, with a swing set right on the sand. You can also enjoy a tennis court and the serene ocean. 🌊

    David United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Great choice for trip. Outstanding food including hot waffles and eggs at the breakfast. Comfortable bed, top-notch room, VERY NICE facilities. Free parking nearby provided. Late check out.

    Amy United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    Convenient location with a shopping center and open market nearby 😊. The room was nicely decorated and had a sitting area, safe, and kettle for your convenience.

    Peter United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    The staff here are well-trained and very helpful, without being annoying.

    Rick United States, 
  • Guest rating
    6.0

    Brand-new and well furnished rooms complete with roses, music and the balcony. The breakfast is enormous with cupcakes, western style options and Plates piled high, there’s an option for each taste. The location is excellent and beautiful and they have parking nearby. Pantai Tanjung Aru district is worth looking into.

    The bathrooms are disgusting.

    Richard United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Rooms are nicely furnished with comfy beds and a good TV setup. 🛋️ The location makes it easy to hail a taxi whenever needed.

    Barry United States, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The room was brand-new and nicely furnished and came with excellent free WiFi, baggage storage, and a balcony. The bidet in the large bathroom was super awesome. The hotel is situated in a central location in the Marina.

    Steve United States, 
  • Very good
    7.2

    This place has well-kept facilities and offers a great selection of delicious food options for meals.

    Ian United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    The location was perfect, just a short walk from a beautiful park, and the restaurant served delicious breakfast with a variety of simple dishes.

    Jay United States, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The room is brand-new and well furnished with wonderful views of the sea.

    John United Kingdom, 

FAQ about Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

What is the distance from the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu city centre?
The 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is located in the Pantai Tanjung Aru district right in the centre of Kota Kinabalu.
Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Manukan Island, placed 4.6 km away from the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. Other sights that are worth your while are Tanjung Aru Perdana Park (1.5 km) as well as the memorial park "Double Six Monument" (2.3 km).
Is there free parking in the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, at the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu parking is provided on site for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the resort?
The resort features 3 restaurants for on-site dining, among them an Asian restaurant Cafe Tatu featuring Asian cuisine as well as Shang Palace—famous for its Asian menu. If you prefer to dine out, don't miss a chance to sample Korean cuisine in restaurant The Korean Club Restaurant located within a 6-minute stroll.
Does the Kota Kinabalu resort serve breakfast?
Yes, guests of the Kota Kinabalu resort can enjoy a buffet breakfast served daily in the restaurant.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu?
Guests of the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
How much does a room at the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu cost?
The prices at the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu start from $193.
What room types does the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu comprise?
The 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu provides such room types as Family Room, Deluxe King Suite and Executive King Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the resort?
All rooms of the resort feature a minibar fridge and coffee/tea making equipment as well as a personal safe and smoke detectors, some of them boast a work desk.
Does the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu there are wheelchair access and rooms with facilities for disabled available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu provide?
The 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu includes such facilities as a bureau de change and a lift, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and a fire extinguisher.
Is swimming pool available at the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu?
Yes, the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu features a swimming pool.

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