Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

$$$$||View on mapKota Kinabalu, MalaysiaPantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 89208|
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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 89208·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Facilities9.1
Free WiFi8.7
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples32%
Groups8%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Staff9.3
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Facilities9.1
Free WiFi8.7
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples32%
Groups8%
Solo5%

5-star beachfront resort on a 3 km private beach in Kota Kinabalu

Resort & Location

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu sits on 200 hectares with a 3 km private beach overlooking the South China Sea. The resort borders a 26 hectare nature reserve and is adjacent to the Dalit Bay 18-hole championship golf course. It holds the ASEAN Green Hotel Standard Award for 2024-2026 and was voted No.1 Best Family Resort in Malaysia by Holidays with Kids (Australia) Readers' Choice 2023.

Nature & Activities

Guests can explore the 26 hectare nature reserve on guided walking tours, bird watching walks, and a Borneo Sunrise hike that includes breakfast at the summit. The hotel offers over 60 land and water activities, including archery, horse riding, jet skiing, and snorkeling. Children have a dedicated kids' club with indoor play areas, outdoor equipment, and supervised daily activities from 9am to 9pm.

Dining

Six dining restaurants provide Japanese, Western, Malaysian, and Oriental cuisines, including the Tepi Laut open-air hawker-style buffet. The Coffee Terrace serves buffet breakfast with a children's section and rotates themed dinner nights such as seafood and international nights. A beachside Sampan Bar and music lounge offer cocktails and light meals with sunset views.

Rooms & Pools

Garden Wing and Ocean Wing rooms offer private balconies with garden or sea views; Ocean Wing suites include oversized outdoor bathtubs. Two outdoor swimming pools include a private pool exclusive to Ocean Wing guests and a Garden Wing pool with a water slide and children's section. Each room has a flat-screen TV, minibar, and luxury Shangri-La toiletries.

Wellness & Business

The on-site spa provides body scrubs, facials, couples massage, and yoga classes in dedicated treatment rooms. Business travelers use meeting and banquet facilities, a business center, and fax or photocopying services. Recreational amenities include a tennis court, the adjacent 18-hole Dalit Bay championship golf course with discounted guest play, and bicycle rentals.

  • Location: 40 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport
  • Rooms: Garden Wing and Ocean Wing with private balconies and sea views
  • Dining: Six restaurants featuring Japanese, Western, Malaysian, and Oriental cuisines
  • Activities: Over 60 land and water activities plus 18-hole golf course
  • Nature: 26 hectare nature reserve with guided trails and wildlife encounters
  • Awards: ASEAN Green Hotel Standard Award (2024-2026)
  • Family: Kids' club, children's pool, and daily themed dinner nights
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of MYR 108.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Malay
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:501
Former name
shangri las rasa ria resort and spa kota kinabalu
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Junior Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 King-size bed2 Single beds or 1 King-size bed
Superior Wing Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 King-size bed
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Children's pool

Kids club

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Archery
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Water slides
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

💵 Lowest room price 31 £
📏 Distance to centre 20.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport 40.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kota Kinabalu International, BKI

Location

Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 89208
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Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 89208
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Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 89208
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Zoo
Rasa Ria Reserve by Shangri-La
280 m
Nature reserve
Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort
280 m
Golf Course
Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club
520 m
Restaurant
Kozan Teppan-yaki
0 m
Restaurant
Naan-Flavours of India
10 m
Restaurant
Tepi Laut Shangri-La's Rasa Ria
310 m

Reviews of Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

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FAQ about Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel?
Guests may visit Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort conveniently placed 300 meters from the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel and Tuaran Crocodile Farm which is about a 10-minute ride away.
Which airport is the closest to Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu?
The closest airport to Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is Kota Kinabalu International airport (40 km) and it is reachable with a 42-minute drive.
Does the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel offers a free private car park on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the resort?
Guests of the resort can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-restaurant Coffee Terrace offering international cuisine.
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel?
Guests of the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00 to 12:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What are the room types offered by the resort?
Superior Wing King Room, Ocean Wing Junior Suite, and Superior Wing Twin Room are among the room types available at the resort.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel?
Specific suites at the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel boast views of the garden and feature complimentary Wi-Fi and a television and a safe for security reasons.
Is the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, rooms with accessible facilities, accessible bathrooms, and wheelchair access are provided at the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel for guests with special needs.
Is the staff at the resort multilingual?
Yes, the staff of the resort can assist you in Japanese, Chinese, Korean, English, and Malay.
Does the Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu offer facilities for guests with children?
Yes, the guests of the Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu can take advantage of cots and a buggy.
Which facilities are available in the resort?
The resort features an impressive score of 9.1 for its facilities, which include a private beach area and a convenience shop as well as currency exchange and a lift.
Is there a swimming pool in the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel?
Yes, the upscale Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel features an outdoor pool area.
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