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The Jesselton HotelvsShangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa is the choice of most writers compared to The Jesselton Hotel. Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa has a TripExpert Score of 94 with accolades from 6 reviews like Lonely Planet, Oyster and Travel + Leisure.
The Jesselton Hotel
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Fodor's
69 Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu 88000, Malaysia
From $37/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The oldest hotel in KK doesn't need to manufacture character – it fairly drips it, in a dignified if dated way... There's also a very good restaurant, coffee shop, business centre and red London cab." Full review
Rough Guide "A combination of colonial-era charm and a central location make this hard to beat and, as elsewhere in KK, promotional prices are often on offer."
Fodor's "This hotel—established in 1954—proudly celebrates the city's past with colonial details throughout. ... The central location is this old-timer's best asset." Full review
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu Fodor's Lonely Planet
Star Service Rough Guide
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
20 Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu 88100, Malaysia
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Sprawling across 25 acres of meticulously landscaped gardens, the Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa embraces the natural beauty of the Borneo setting." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Shangri-La is a good choice for those who want to combine the attractions of Kota Kinabalu with the features of a tropical resort." Full review
Star Service "The resort is located a 10-minute drive from the Kota Kinabalu International Airport." Full review
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The Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa does have a beach while the beach at Tanjung Aru is not that well developed most guests will choose the pool over the sand that is here.
Rough Guide "Set in rolling, landscaped grounds, this luxury resort boasts two pools, watersports and fitness centres, plus several food outlets."
Travel + Leisure "This 492-room resort, just 10 minutes away from downtown Kota Kinabalu, has views of nearby islands." Full review
OysterLuxury
"One of the oldest resorts on Malaysian Borneo, the five-pearl Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa also has the easiest access -- it's just a 15-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport." Full review
