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The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kota Kinabalu with 2 restaurants and a fitness center

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Outdoor pool
Comfort Penthouse | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Comfort Penthouse | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace
Family Suite | Terrace/patio
Duplex | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites, in Tanjung Aru's heart, offers a quiet retreat with an outdoor pool and fitness center. Guests can enjoy local cuisine at two restaurants and stay connected with in-room WiFi. A 24-hour front desk and luggage storage add convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Studio | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Studio

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 51 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Studio | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 51 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Family Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Suite | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Penthouse | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Penthouse

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 183 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Duplex | 2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Duplex

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 397 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double room

  • Sleeps 2

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2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Family 3-bed Room

  • Sleeps 6

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2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Executive 2-bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

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2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Comfy 3 Bedroom Penthouse With Sea View (Balcony)

  • Sleeps 6

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2 bedrooms, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Duplex - 4 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Comfort Penthouse

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Tanjung Aru, a neighborhood in Kota Kinabalu, is home to The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites. Sutera Harbour and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center. Water World Theme Park and Lok Kawi Wildlife Park are also worth visiting.
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Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100

What's nearby

  • Tanjung Aru Perdana Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Sutera Harbour - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 2 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Era - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Pak Mus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Hin Loi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Soon Li - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

Upscale hotel near Imago Shopping Mall
Take advantage of a gym, conference space, and 2 restaurants at The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Bidets and free toiletries
  • 65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2,000 square feet of conference space

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of MYR 200 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December

Property is also known as

The Aru Hotel
The Aru At Aru Suites
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites Hotel
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites Kota Kinabalu
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Does The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites located?

Located in Tanjung Aru, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Sabah State Mosque, and Gleneagles Hospital. Sutera Harbour and Queen Elizabeth Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). Tanjung Aru Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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