Borneo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town
Kota Kinabalu which includes a park and tropical scenes
Photo provided by Tourism Malaysia
Photo provided by Tourism Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu featuring a small town or village, street scenes and food
Kota Kinabalu featuring landscape views, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Where to stay in Borneo

Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(38 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Anjung Samudera and Centre Point.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Tanjung Aru
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Kampung Air
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Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Karambunai
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Tabuan Jaya

When in Tabuan Jaya, you can plan a visit to Vivacity Megamall and Friendship Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tabuan Jaya
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Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Alamesra
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is Rp2.631.087 per night from 22 May to 23 May
Rp2.631.087
Rp3.143.093 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Great property grounds, smelly carpet
"The hotel property and bfast are amazing. Nice pools and pvt beach. Very nice. However, the carpet in the room had a terrible smell. The furniture is a little worn but the bathroom has been updated."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
The price is Rp2.343.012 per night from 22 May to 23 May
Rp2.343.012
Rp2.568.863 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this beach resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is Rp1.421.171 per night from 24 May to 25 May
Rp1.421.171
Rp1.573.275 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Loved this hotel. It’s showing its age a bit but we loved our huge sea view rooms with great floor to ceiling windows overlooking the waterfront. Lovely pool area and rooftop bar. Great breakfast. All of the staff were well trained and very helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
3 out of 5
Jln Lapan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and Netflix. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and KK Plaza are located ...
7/10 Good! (10 reviews)
"Clean and centrally located Borneotel offers easy access to shopping and dining. Situated opposite the Filipino Handicraft market, it boasts efficient and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
Hello Kitty Signature Suite
Hello Kitty Signature Suite
3.5 out of 5
Sri Utama Condominium, IJM, Sandakan
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sandakan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Kampong Buli Sim Sim and Chinese Cemetery ...
6/10 (4 reviews)
Overall okay.
"Overall okay. Only thing is the master bedroom aircon which takes awhile to fix. Owner very responsive and provided welcome drinks when arrived. The area is good and quite close to shops. Good to have a car though."

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2025

Hello Kitty Signature Suite
The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
3.5 out of 5
No. 7 Jl. Jenderal Sudirman, Balikpapan, East Kalimantan
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Balikpapan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plaza Balikpapan and ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025

The Malibu Suites Balikpapan by Sissae Living
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Popular places to visit

Kinabalu Park which includes mist or fog, mountains and landscape views

Mount Kinabalu National Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Tackle the two-day climb to Borneo’s highest peak or enjoy the lower rainforest trails in this park, home to some of the world’s rarest plants.

Mount Kinabalu National Park
Kuching Waterfront

Kuching Waterfront

4.5/5(11 reviews)

You can take time to visit Kuching Waterfront during your travels to Kuching. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Kuching Waterfront
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4.5/5(12 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Gunung Mulu National Park showing a river or creek and boating as well as an individual male

Gunung Mulu National Park

Hike to spectacular caves and pinnacles and admire the amazing flora and fauna of the Borneo jungle along the way.

Gunung Mulu National Park
Damai Beach

Damai Beach

4/5(5 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Damai Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santubong. Stroll along this quaint area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Damai Beach
Mt Kinabalu

Mt Kinabalu

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Kinabalu during your travels in Kota Belud. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Mt Kinabalu