Hotels in Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

I've had the privilege of staying in numerous Shangri-La's throughout Southeast Asia, and this particular one felt somewhat dated and in dire need of modernisation. I could see signs of improvements in progress, with sections that appeared to have already received a facelift. On my first day, I ventured to the sauna, only to find the temperature so lukewarm that I couldn't even work up a sweat. I voiced my discontent, and I'm pleased to report that the issue was addressed promptly by the next day. One aspect that left me somewhat disenchanted was the interaction, or rather lack thereof, between the staff and guests. It didn't quite embody the exemplary service one would expect from a high-end 5-star establishment. However, there was a shining exception to this observation - Addy, who was stationed at the breakfast area. Addy demonstrated a commendable level of attentiveness, engaging guests at their tables and ensuring needs were met promptly. Whether you required additional items or sought information, Addy was the person to turn to. This kind of service truly exemplified the standard one would anticipate from a hotel of this caliber. I did have an enjoyable stay, but for this hotel to remain a five star there is room for improvement.

The hotel room which I stayed was very confortable, with wide space, big bed, clean bedsheets and near to eating places and also near to the airport. Initially I was afraid the noise from the airplanes may disturb my sleep as my room was facing on the left side of the building, but to my surprise I did not hear planes flying so I was happy that I didn't experience any noise to disturb my tranquility. The only con is there is no restaurant in the hotel so my breakfast came as a bento like box takeaway. No coffee also, the coffee is available in the room but is chargeable. Only the tea bags are free. The parking is multi-storeyed and managed electronically. You put your car into the car lift and it is then parked automatically one car at a time. To retrieve your car, you need to scan your hotel card for it to be brought down via the car lift again. It may be time consuming if you are in a hurry and there are a few people in the queue before you.

stay was good. need to pay rm100 deposit upon checkin (even u already paid online), no worry, it'll be given back tho upon check out. the room is pretty and clean. only problem is that there's seem to be not enough worker in this hotel, and not their (the worker) fault imo, but to those in charge please do better.

Hotel room is basic but clean, and good value. Free airport pickup/drop off is excellent, just make sure you call to make booking. The driver somehow missed us at airport but came back to pick us up when you called the hotel. Free breakfast is reasonably good (noodle, scramble egg, sausage, bean). There are eating places/restaurants and shops nearby. It is also about 2km from Tanjong Aru beach, and a few kms from town center. Will stay there again.

4.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Bayu 23 Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu and provides air-conditioned rooms. This 1-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. North Borneo Railway is 1.8 km from the hotel, while Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 1 km from Bayu 23 Hotel.

Generally ok but environment seems a bit isolated. Staff is nice. Near to beach, walk about 5mins

Spacious rooms worth with the price. Fine customers service. Locations is good easy to find near to tanjung aru beach just for few minutes drive, and got supermarket, restaurants and laundry outside the hotel. If you come with car, don’t have to worry about parking. Water heater and glass/cup provided in the room, but I think you have to bring your own 3in1 drink as our room doesn’t provide it😅.. To iron clothes you have to go outside the room. Washroom is clean, shower for water heater works great! But, there is yellow stain on toilet seat. The room door is a bit noisy when it close by itself. We received complaints from people in other room, and the workers come to us telling us to close the doors slowly, but don’t think it’s our fault because the door is automatically closed and felt a bit heavy when we tried to stop it, iykyk 🤣. But overall, worth for price!

Tanjung Aru Beach is a 15-minute walk away. You can stop by Perdana Park on the way. When it comes to Kota Kinabalu, sunset is famous. Tanjung Aru Beach is also a sunset point.

A one-star hotel shines brightly because of the boss's super five-star service. Just listen to the boss for hotels, supermarkets, tools for catching the sea, and travel guides. It's about a quarter of an hour's walk from the beach, and there are restaurants and supermarkets along the way. The three single beds met our rest needs, which was great! Want to stay a few more days

Very clean and spacious, management quite dizzy but manageable, car park got lift wow.. definitely wanna come again