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Our top choices for Karambunai hotels

A beachside gazebo with a thatched roof, white drapes, and a massage table with cushions.

1. Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0 star property
Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (791 reviews)
"Great polite staff, very helpful, very happy. Nexus is a beautiful, picturesque escape from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life. We would definitely book this place again. Just be sure to pack the insect repellent as you would going to any beach."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is ￥13,752
￥15,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

2. Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
4.0 star property
Karambunai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (359 reviews)
"Too many cockroaches, rooms weren't clean enough. Good location and pool"
United Kingdom
Gemma
The price is ￥6,773
￥7,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

3. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
6.9 km from Karambunai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is ￥21,745
￥23,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a large staircase.

4. The Klagan Regency

The Klagan Regency
3.5 star property
9.1 km from Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"We loved the Klagan regency. Everything about it was amazing. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay there again if we visit Kota Kinabalu."
Ireland
Olive
The price is ￥7,992
￥9,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Klagan Regency
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, modern chairs, a glass railing, and a view of parked cars outside.

5. My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu

My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Karambunai
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"New and modern furnishing."
Malaysia
Leong Sze
The price is ￥2,504
￥3,117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape and a body of water.

6. Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo

Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Karambunai
6.2 out of 10, (153 reviews)
"초"
South Korea
SEOKKYUN
The price is ￥4,314
￥5,090 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Karambunai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
The price is ￥7,539
￥8,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

8. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
12.6 km from Karambunai
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (527 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Rooms were lovely and food very good"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is ￥31,278
￥34,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Gayana Marine Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

9. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
12.1 km from Karambunai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (451 reviews)
"We had an amazing time at Gaya Island Resort. It is a luxury resort with great food and drinks, comfortable rooms, and incredible views/proximity to the ocean. Worth noting is that this is in a nature reserve, surrounded by jungle and ocean, and the resort embraces and supports this, which means coexisting with wildlife. You can walk out from the resort beach to their own protected reef and swim with dozens of species of beautiful fish (equipment is available for free). We didn’t see any snakes,...
United States
Eric
The price is ￥40,678
￥67,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Gaya Island Resort
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and artwork on the walls.

10. Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu

Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
9 km from Karambunai
7.2 out of 10, Good, (230 reviews)
"Good stay for 4day 3 nights stay its next to a shopping centre so youre not out of shopping and dinning the room is decent and clean and staff were friendly "
United Kingdom
Philip
The price is ￥4,368
￥4,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

11. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 14.8 km from Karambunai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is ￥10,872
￥12,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant mountains.

12. La.mer Butik Hotel

La.mer Butik Hotel
2.5 star property
13.4 km from Karambunai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Amazing place. The breakfast downstairs is so good. They need to redo the photos for the apartments as it’s loads better than it looks on the site. Great location. Night food market just outside and a great mall next door. Highly recommend."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is ￥6,140
￥9,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
La.mer Butik Hotel
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

13. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
13.2 km from Karambunai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (200 reviews)
"We stayed in the double bungalow, Perfect for 3 seperate friends, so much private space. Just beautiful."
Australia
Nikko
The price is ￥43,192
￥48,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A multi-story building with balconies, a stone facade, and a clear sky.

14. Hotel Puri 36

Hotel Puri 36
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Karambunai
7.4 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Toilet has no water piping facilities..just a tissue paper for this? Air cond position not suitable.. even though we waited for an hour, it still couldn’t feel cool in the room.."
Malaysia
hashim
The price is ￥3,169
￥4,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Puri 36
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

15. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 18.6 km from Karambunai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is ￥25,162
￥30,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

16. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 14.5 km from Karambunai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We thought the staff were wonderful and the hotel was very elegant. The breakfast was especially good."
United States
Kip
The price is ￥13,267
￥14,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Two single beds with wooden headboards, white bedding, and a bedside table with a phone.

17. TD CAPITAL HOTEL

TD CAPITAL HOTEL
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Karambunai
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Hot water not function"
Malaysia
NOOR ASSIKIN
The price is ￥5,705
￥6,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
TD CAPITAL HOTEL
A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
3.0 star property
13.8 km from Karambunai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Very Healthy breakfast very helpful kind staff"
Australia
Saxon
The price is ￥8,056
￥9,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a spacious outdoor area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit interior.

19. Kokol Haven Resort

Kokol Haven Resort
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Karambunai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Nice n comfy.."
Malaysia
Catherine
The price is ￥9,813
￥10,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Kokol Haven Resort
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

20. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 15.1 km from Karambunai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was 10 out of 10 breakfast was excellent. The only thing I don’t like is the bar by the pool it’s not necessary. There was a bar on the rooftop."
United States
Fakhruddin
The price is ￥14,367
￥15,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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Compare popular hotels in Karambunai

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A beachside gazebo with a thatched roof, white drapes, and a massage table with cushions.
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0 star property
7.8
Good
791 reviews
View
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a view of the ocean.
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
359 reviews
View
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant mountains.
La.mer Butik Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
6 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
14 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families in Karambunai

A beachside gazebo with a thatched roof, white drapes, and a massage table with cushions.

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0 star property
Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (791)
The price is ￥13,752
￥15,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Where to stay in Karambunai

Find the best Karambunai areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Karambunai
Learn more about Karambunai
A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample 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.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses along a river.

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.

A mosque with two minarets and a blue dome, reflecting in a calm body of water.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Top Karambunai Hotel Reviews

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good breakfast and very friendly staff"
Gisela 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Karambunai?
Karambunai is a welcoming neighborhood known for its beautiful beaches. Consider a visit to Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai as part of your Karambunai travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Karambunai?
Based on our traveler data, Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is one of the top choices for your stay in Karambunai. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Borneo Beach Villa & Suite.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Karambunai?
When you want to find places to stay in Kota Kinabalu, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in Karambunai.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Karambunai, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Karambunai.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Karambunai?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Karambunai, click here.
What can I see and do in this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?
Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Karambunai. When you're sightseeing around the area, 1Borneo Hypermall and Dalit Beach are a couple of other sights to visit.

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