THE MAGELLAN SUTERA RESORT, Kota Kinabalu
About the Hotel
The Magellan Sutera Resort - A 5-star luxury resort with ocean views, exclusive club benefits, and extensive leisure facilities
The Magellan Sutera Resort, part of the 155 hectare Sutera Harbour Resort, overlooks the South China Sea with views of tropical islands and Mount Kinabalu. Deluxe Garden View rooms feature modern decor, private bathrooms with shower and tub, satellite TV, mini-bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy exclusive Pacific Club benefits, including breakfast in the ocean-view lounge, all-day coffee and tea, and evening cocktails. The resort offers multiple dining options, such as Ferdinands, known for its Italian menu and wood-fired pizzas. Recreational facilities include an outdoor pool, children's pool, bowling alley, billiards, and a fitness center. The Mandara Spa provides treatments, and water sports are available nearby. The Magellan Sutera Resort is 5 km from Kota Kinabalu city center and 1 km from Borneo Trading Post. Staff at the 24-hour reception assist with tour arrangements.
Pros
Exclusive Magellan Club Lounge access includes breakfast, evening cocktails, and coffee/tea throughout the day.
Proximity to Sutera Harbour Golf Club and marina, offering water sports and leisure activities.
Award-winning Italian restaurant Ferdinands features wood-fired pizzas and seafood dishes.
Complimentary bowling sessions at Striker's Bowl for up to two adults and two children.
Cons
Some rooms face the garden rather than the ocean, limiting sea views.
The resort's expansive size may require longer walks between facilities.
Must-do experiences
- Savor fresh seafood at the Kota Kinabalu Night Market on Jelas Puri.
- Explore the stunning Mari Mari Cultural Village for a taste of local cultures.
- Take a day trip to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park for crystal waters.
- Visit the Sabah State Museum for a deep dive into local history.
- Don't miss trying the authentic Nasi Kandar at Khazana Restaurant.
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Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Private beach
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Snorkelling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Table tennis
- Squash
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Water slides
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Karaoke
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor