Tanjung Aru Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
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.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
After visiting Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Tanjung Aru Perdana Park
Explore the great outdoors at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
1Borneo Hypermall
During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu
Our pick of the best Tanjung Aru Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
great hospitality
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Booked the family suite. Room is spacious with individual air con controls for each room. There are dining options nearby property within walking distance. Property is also very close to the airport.
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
No issues as described, great for being close to airport for an early start
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Duży hotel z ogromna plażą, która ma łagodne zejście do wody, świetny serwis (czysto & komfortowo), doskonała kuchnia choć ceny nieco wysokie. W pobliżu brak jakiejś interesujących miejscowości natomiast hotel zapewnia o określonej godzinie transfer do miasta Kota Kinanbalu a nastepnie powrót ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Everything is good
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Staff were very friendly and helpful. However, this is an older hotel and for a similar price you could stay at some of the newer hotels in KK.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Aru
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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.
Kepayan
When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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- Warisan Square
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- Imago Shopping Mall
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