SHANGRI-LA TANJUNG ARU, KOTA KINABALU, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - A 5-star beachfront resort with private marina, award-winning spa, and sunset views

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers 498 contemporary luxury rooms and suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the South China Sea or Mount Kinabalu. The resort includes six dining venues, such as Shang Palace for Cantonese cuisine and Sunset Bar, ranked among the world's top sunset-viewing spots. Guests can access the private STAR Marina for island transfers, water sports, and sunset cruises. The 25-acre property features a 21527.5 ft² pool, a water play area with slides, and Chi, The Spa offering traditional Asian treatments. Located 6 miles from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the resort provides private transfers and is 0.5 miles from Tanjung Aru Beach.

Pros

Private marina with direct access to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park for snorkeling and island excursions

Horizon Club rooms include lounge access with complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails

Family-friendly amenities like interconnected rooms, Cool Zone Kids Club, and child meal plans

Marine conservation program with on-site Clownfish Discovery Centre

Multiple dining options including authentic Cantonese dim sum at Shang Palace

Cons

Some rooms face inland toward Mount Kinabalu rather than the sea

Minimum age requirement of 16 years for spa access may limit family relaxation options