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BEST WESTERN Kinabalu Daya Hotel
#36 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
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Last reviewed 31 May 2012
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Laban Rata
#33 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
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Last reviewed 29 May 2012
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Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort
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Last reviewed 29 May 2012
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Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
#19 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
583 Reviews
Last reviewed 28 May 2012
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Likas Square Condotel
#48 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
42 Reviews
Last reviewed 24 May 2012
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Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
#32 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
92 Reviews
Last reviewed 20 May 2012
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Akinabalu Youth Hostel
#12 of 45 in Kota Kinabalu
36 Reviews
Last reviewed 10 May 2012
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Lavender Lodge
#3 of 45 in Kota Kinabalu
141 Reviews
Last reviewed 9 May 2012
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Borneo Backpackers
#11 of 45 in Kota Kinabalu
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Last reviewed 25 Apr 2012
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DVilla Rina Ria Lodge
#29 of 45 in Kota Kinabalu
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Last reviewed 23 Apr 2012
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Borneo BeacHouse
#13 of 45 in Kota Kinabalu
37 Reviews
Last reviewed 15 Apr 2012
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Imperial Boutec Hotel
#31 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
156 Reviews
Last reviewed 3 Apr 2012
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The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
#22 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
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Last reviewed 3 Apr 2012
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Hotel Garden
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6 Reviews
Last reviewed 14 Mar 2012
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Travellers' Light Backpackers Lodge
#15 of 45 in Kota Kinabalu
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Last reviewed 5 Mar 2012
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Ranked #1 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
286 reviews
Attraction type Mountains
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- "Very impressive scene" 28 May 2012
- "Absolutely definitely worth..." 28 May 2012
- "Watch your step" 25 May 2012
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Ranked #2 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
42 reviews
Attraction type Spas
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- "An excellent surise" 28 May 2012
- "A very good and professional..." 22 May 2012
- "Very relaxing, excellent loc..." 20 May 2012
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Ranked #3 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
19 reviews
Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre Located next to the skate park at the back of the carpark closest to damai. Map is at the bottom of the home page. Open 4-10 weekdays and all day... more »
Attraction type Sports Complexes
Distance 1.2 miles from city centre
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- "challenge" 23 May 2012
- "Little hard to find but wort..." 23 Apr 2012
- "Just the thing to stretch mu..." 19 Mar 2012
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Ranked #4 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
43 reviews
Attraction type Scenic Railroads
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- "Trip back in time" 26 May 2012
- "A steamy steam train ride, l..." 19 May 2012
- "Very enjoyable" 13 May 2012
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Ranked #5 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
56 reviews
Attraction type History Museums
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- "Good Values for Visitors" 29 May 2012
- "Great place to visit." 22 May 2012
- "Fantastic place!" 22 May 2012
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Ranked #6 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
124 reviews
Kinabalu Park, guardian of the foothills of South East Asia's highest peak, Mt. Kinabalu, is located about 2 hours drive from the city of Kota Kinabalu. The park headquaters... more »
Attraction type National Parks; Mountains
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- "Didn't go in but the scene o..." 28 May 2012
- "A little difficult to get to..." 28 May 2012
- "Nice in its own way" 26 May 2012
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Ranked #7 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
166 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Dams
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- "A good chance to see Orang U..." 28 May 2012
- "A guaranteed orang utan sigh..." 24 May 2012
- "special place" 24 May 2012
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Ranked #8 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
59 reviews
Attraction type Islands
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- "The best of the islands off..." 28 May 2012
- "Paradise" 22 May 2012
- "Nice island" 20 May 2012
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Ranked #9 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
19 reviews
The Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club is part of the Sutera Harbour Resort, and is located in the city of Kota Kinabalu. The course was designed by Graham Marsh, now a... more »
Attraction type Golf Courses
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- "Pretty Nice" 26 May 2012
- "Day & Night golf" 25 Apr 2012
- "standard seems to remain unc..." 18 Apr 2012
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Ranked #10 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
65 reviews
Attraction type Islands
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- "Paradise" 22 May 2012
- "Many people but nothing to s..." 18 May 2012
- "Perfect snorkeling" 16 May 2012
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Ranked #11 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
5 reviews
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Discovering the JARI JARI SPA EXPERIENCE in Sabah, Borneo.Award-winning Jari Jari Spa offers a range of treatments and...
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Discovering the JARI JARI SPA EXPERIENCE in Sabah, Borneo.Award-winning Jari Jari Spa offers a range of treatments and healing rituals designed to soothe both the mind and body. Drawing upon the rich heritage of North Borneo's tribal group, Jari Jari provides a unique experience combining traditional techniques and ingredients with the best of modern spa management. As guardian of an ancient tradtition, the therapists at Jari Jari Spa ensure that, the massage comes not just from the hands but also from the hear.
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Attraction type Spas
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- "Authentic Sabah Spa" 24 May 2012
- "Jari Jari - 'Go Go'" 7 May 2012
- "Great surprise - I recommend..." 23 Apr 2012
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Ranked #12 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
101 reviews
Attraction type Parks; Reefs; Water Sports
Distance 0.5 miles from city centre
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- "Needs some maintenance" 18 May 2012
- "Average" 10 May 2012
- "Only good for sun bathing" 9 May 2012
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Ranked #13 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
97 reviews
Manukan island is a serene island 10minutes away from Kota Kinabalu main land. From Jesselton Point, pay a Harbor Tax and a speedboat fare. You can have so many activities there... more »
Attraction type Islands
Distance 0.6 miles from city centre
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- "snorkling" 23 May 2012
- "Touristy island" 20 May 2012
- "Debris everywhere along the..." 18 May 2012
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Ranked #14 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
25 reviews
Attraction type Religious Sites
Distance 0.0 miles from city centre
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- "Picturesque Masjid Bandaraya" 26 May 2012
- "Nice photo opp" 8 May 2012
- "Nothing interesting" 7 May 2012
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Ranked #15 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
13 reviews
Attraction type Parks
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- "Very new park with musical f..." 28 May 2012
- "woow" 25 Apr 2012
- "peaceful" 24 Apr 2012
Ranked #16 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
8 reviews
Attraction type Tours; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 0.4 miles from city centre
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- "Too short taip" 19 Feb 2012
- "monkey" 15 Feb 2012
- "Very interesting excursion" 20 Jan 2012
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Ranked #17 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
69 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "Many Borneo animals" 28 May 2012
- "Nice Experience" 18 May 2012
- "Pretty good" 13 May 2012
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Ranked #18 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
21 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "A great stay in the rainfore..." 27 May 2012
- "Not looking for pristine but..." 13 May 2012
- "Walk on the Wild Side" 30 Apr 2012
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Ranked #19 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
58 reviews
The Green Connection offers the eco-treasures of Sabah in a nutshell. This is NOT the best attraction in Sabah, BUT it is the BEST conservation centre and has lots to do for... more »
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 0.9 miles from city centre
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- "Hmm..." 26 May 2012
- "Disappointment" 17 May 2012
- "Not worth to go" 30 Mar 2012
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Ranked #20 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
38 reviews
Attraction type Museums
Distance 1.5 miles from city centre
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- "It is what it is" 26 May 2012
- "Sabah State museum" 15 May 2012
- "Good to spend some hours" 4 May 2012
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Ranked #21 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
121 reviews
The Poring in Poring Hot Springs is in fact the Kadazan word for "Bamboo". Thus, the true English translation of the Malay "Poring Air Panas" should be "Bamboo Hot Springs... more »
Attraction type Hot Springs/ Geysers
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- "Canopy, Hot Spring and Raffl..." 26 May 2012
- "PEACE" 23 May 2012
- "Less odd than expected" 20 May 2012
Ranked #22 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
6 reviews
Attraction type Spas
Distance 1.2 miles from city centre
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- "clean, good massage but don..." 29 May 2012
- "Good quality spa services" 24 May 2012
- "Very calm" 20 May 2012
Ranked #23 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
8 reviews
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Kota Kinabalu City Bird Sanctuary or KKCBS is a haven for wildlife right in the heart of the city. This 24-hectare patch of...
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Kota Kinabalu City Bird Sanctuary or KKCBS is a haven for wildlife right in the heart of the city. This 24-hectare patch of mangrove forest is the only remaining patch of an extensive mangrove forest that once existed around the coastal town of Kota Kinabalu.
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Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 1.0 miles from city centre
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- "Good but avoid the heat of t..." 17 Feb 2012
- "owh birdy" 15 Feb 2012
- "Kota Kinabalu - a lot to do" 19 Dec 2011
Ranked #24 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
2 reviews
Attraction type Spas
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- "De Lanna" 3 May 2012
- "De Lanna is a very nice plac..." 9 Apr 2012
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Ranked #25 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
1 review
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance 4.9 miles from city centre
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- "The orchids are great" 7 Feb 2012
Ranked #26 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
1 review
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "Peace in the City" 7 Feb 2012
Ranked #27 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3 reviews
Attraction type Religious Sites
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- "its big" 15 Feb 2012
- "Should have more Introductio..." 31 Oct 2011
- "Very nice construction..." 2 Sep 2011
Ranked #28 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
2 reviews
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Aroma Villa Spa is the Home of Borneo Reflexology, Traditional Therapy, Treatment and Spa products. Our Spa is naturally...
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Aroma Villa Spa is the Home of Borneo Reflexology, Traditional Therapy, Treatment and Spa products. Our Spa is naturally decorated in the Borneo style and opens daily from 12 noon till 12 midnight. Our signature treatments and Spa packages will pamper and relax you from Head to Toe especially after a long day of walking, golfing or diving. We are located just next to Hamin Boutique Lodge. Come visit us and rest assured that you will "Relax in our Hands"
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Attraction type Spas; Architectural Buildings
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- "SPA in Kota-Kinabalu, Sabah..." 17 Aug 2009
- "Appt cancelled without notic..." 14 May 2008
Ranked #29 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
2 reviews
Attraction type Golf Courses
Distance 0.0 miles from city centre
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- "Upgrade of Mt. Kinabalu Golf..." 2 Mar 2012
- "Amazing views but....." 4 Jan 2007
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Ranked #30 of 35 Attractions in Kota Kinabalu
3 reviews
Attraction type Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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- "Be prepared for this one.." 23 Apr 2008
- "야생의 라플레시아를 보고 싶다면" 24 Mar 2012
- "Blühende Rafflesia gesehen..." 9 Mar 2011
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