Karambunai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial view partial part of Semporna island with blue ocean and coral reef in Malaysia, Borneo.
Aerial view partial part of Semporna island with blue ocean and coral reef in Malaysia, Borneo.

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Karambunai Hotel Deals

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

4 out of 5
Precinct Dillenia Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$112 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
NZ$112
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Popular attractions Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai and Dalit ...
7.8/10 Good! (353 reviews)
It’s was ok but needs some upkeep.
Not bad not great. The place needs some upkeep, but they trying. You can tell at one time this was a very nice place, but that was a time ago. The beach is nice and the AC worked for the most part. There is limited dining close by. And we did see a couple cockroaches in the place. One was huge. For ...

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4 out of 5
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai and ...
7.6/10 Good! (782 reviews)
The location & activities in the resort were exceptional. The staff were outstanding as well.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$153 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$153
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah
The price is NZ$284 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$284
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,003 reviews)
An excellent ASEAN getaway to a 5 star resort retreat destination to relax, chill and pamper oneself and spouse. Wonderful beach front setting with quality SPA and Fine Dine Theme Restaurants Looking for to our next visit soon 👍

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$174 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$174
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Rooftop bar overlooking the water was a highlight. Fantastic sunset cocktails. Room was spacious, and bed was comfy! The staff were very welcoming, Anne was especially great.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$255 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$255
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Everything good and tidy

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Karambunai

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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
Mosque, Masjid Bandaraya in Kota Kinabalu, Borneo. Blue hour and a very rainy night. Mosquito hell but so nice to see.

Likas

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.

Likas
Aerial drone image of beautiful rural town of Menggatal Town, Sabah, Malaysia

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
Adrenaline rush

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(42 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 Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
A mosque facing sea with clear blue sky

Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Luyang
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia – June 15, 2022: The Tanjung Aru Beach, Fisherman Village and Shangri-La Hotel

Tanjung Aru

5/5(4 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


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