Hotels on the beach in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts in Kota Kinabalu. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in June 2026.
The List 3 Amazing Beach Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
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1 Mari Mari Dive & Lodge, Sepanggar Island Kota Kinabalu
Mari Mari Dive & Lodge, Sepanggar Island is located on Sepanggar Island, opposite Kota Kinabalu city. The accommodations will provide you with a balcony and a seating area. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. You can enjoy sea views and mountain views from the room. Extras include a fan. Fronted by white, sandy beaches, Mari Mari Sepanggar Island Lodge has abundant natural surroundings. Facilities offered at the property include a tour desk located on Jesselton Point. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking, scuba diving and snorkeling. If you feel like visiting the surroundings, check out Likas City Mosque (5.1 mi) and Gaya Street (Sunday Market) (5.5 mi). This lodge is 8.7 mi from Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Address Sepanggar Island Show on map- Water sports facility
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2 Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
Kota Kinabalu
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island features a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites. Offering direct access to the beach, every unit is air-conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy beach view from the private terraces. A dining area and a kitchen are provided in some units. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries and a shower. Breakfast is served daily at Prahu Restaurant, which also opens for all-day dining. Guests can also order room service. Guests can relax by the poolside or take a leisurely walk along the beach. Staff at the reception can help you arrange outdoor activities such as diving and snorkeling at an additional charge. Other facilities onsite include daily housekeeping and retail shops. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island is a 15-minute boat ride from Sutera Harbor. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 4.2 mi from Sutera Harbor.
Address Manukan Island Show on map- Swimming pool
- Water sports facility
- Gym / fitness center
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3 Sabah Beach Villas & Suites Kota Kinabalu
Set along the beachfront of Karambunai, Sabah Beach Villas & Suites offers spacious suites and villas with private pools. The property has pool and garden views. Free Wi-Fi service is available in the public areas. All suites and villas are air-conditioned and decorated in natural colors. A flat-screen TV and a seating area are featured, For your comfort, a well-equipped kitchen in provided. The privates bathroom includes a shower, a bidet and free toiletries. Guests can use the BBQ facilities and order groceries at an additional charge. You can relax by the poolside, the little ones can play in the kids’ pool. Friendly staff at the reception are happy to assist you with an array of outdoor activities and tour queries. Kota Kinabalu city center is 19 mi from Sabah Beach Villas & Suites and Kota Kinabalu International Airport is a 22 mi drive away.
Address PV139, Precinct Dillenia, Nexus Residence Karambunai, Off Sepangar Bay, Sabah Show on map- Swimming pool
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