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The Aru by Ayuhouz

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Imago Shopping Mall

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Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100
  • Place, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Imago Shopping Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sutera Harbour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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King Studio with Sea View

King Studio with Sea View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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King Studio with Library View

King Studio with Library View

  • City view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Sea View Deluxe Room

Sea View Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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3-Bedroom Family Suite with Sea View

3-Bedroom Family Suite with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Sea View

2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Sea View

  • City view
  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse with Sea View

Penthouse with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 183 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View

Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 397 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Studio with City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2-Bedroom Executive Suite with City View

2-Bedroom Executive Suite with City View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Airport View

2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Airport View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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3-Bedroom Family Suite with City View

3-Bedroom Family Suite with City View

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Studio With Seaview

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Seaview Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

3-Bedroom Family With Seaview

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru stay.With a stay at this Tanjung Aru hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Sabah State Mosque. Gleneagles Hospital and Sutera Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Tanjung Aru Perdana Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sabah State Mosque - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gleneagles Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sutera Harbour - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪DAI JANG GUM 大長今 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dian Dian - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Era - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪King Hu Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪gaya korean mart - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Aru by Ayuhouz

4-star hotel near Imago Shopping Mall
There are 2 restaurants on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Aru by Ayuhouz offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Event space at this hotel measures 2000 square feet (186 square meters) and includes conference space.

This 4-star Kota Kinabalu hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2000 sq ft of conference space
  • 186 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Aru by Ayuhouz offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include dining tables. 65-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in 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

How close is The Aru by Ayuhouz to the airport?

The Aru by Ayuhouz is 3.4 mi (11-min drive) away from the Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aru by Ayuhouz on Jun 16, 2026 start from CA $241, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Aru by Ayuhouz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Aru by Ayuhouz.

How close is The Aru by Ayuhouz to the beach?

This hotel is 1.5 mi (6-min drive) from Pantai Pulau Mamutik.

Does The Aru by Ayuhouz offer free breakfast?

The Aru by Ayuhouz does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

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

Is there free parking at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Aru by Ayuhouz have a pool?

The Aru by Ayuhouz features an outdoor pool.

Does The Aru by Ayuhouz have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does The Aru by Ayuhouz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Aru by Ayuhouz to downtown Kota Kinabalu?

The Aru by Ayuhouz is 2.2 mi away from Kota Kinabalu.

The Aru by Ayuhouz Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krisztina Rahel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wybe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellant place to stay. Location good especially for the airport, 5 to 10 mins drive in car. Infinity pool has good views, great watching the planes come and go
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ASHISH RANJAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic sea facing, penthouse unit very close to the airport. I'm fact the infinity pool faces the runway. Superb noise insulation hence no noise of the flights taking off or landing. Convenient location for tours and couple of nice eateries nearby. Very courteous staff too👍
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel closed to downtown and airport. Room are cool and big
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth booking the three bedroom penthouse

Highly recommend for anyone looking to stay in Kota Kinabalu to book here. Best location for sunset
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a suite which was beautiful and comfortabel. Good bed, good shower, good airco
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sau Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My parents like this hotel very much! Nice view and sunset on rooftop
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Song Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked the family suite. Room is spacious with individual air con controls for each room. There are dining options nearby property within walking distance. Property is also very close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful property, very well presented.

Fantastic location for the airport. We booked this as we had an early morning flight the following morning and only stayed for one night, but could easily have spent longer here. The apartment was well appointed, and beautiful, with very comfortable beds. The pool area was lovely too. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend as a good option for families.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful property, very well presented.

Fantastic location for the airport. We booked this as we had an early morning flight the following morning and only stayed for one night, but could easily have spent longer here. The apartment was well appointed, and beautiful, with very comfortable beds. The pool area was lovely too. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend as a good option for families and very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect simplicity

Great stay in clean, well appointed room. Lots of storage space, large bathroom. Microwave, kettle, coffee maker and fridge in deluxe studio. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice coffee nearby (Leafville & Local Coffee). Town is ~5min grab away
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great layover stay

Huge room with great views of the airport and the sea. The pool is great however does lack a bit of seating/pool loungers (there is a 4 or 5 seats max). But its greay seeing the planes land from the edge of the pool. Staff really friendly - they do charge you a refunable deposit when you check in - just something to he aware of.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
It's close to the airport and internet was fast. Breakfast was also not bad. However do not expect 5-star-level cleanness. Also, they forgot to clean our room even though we requested it in advance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was probably the worst thing I have ever been served. We didn’t order it again. The hotel is very simple, nothing luxurious but okay for the price. It had Netflix and a kitchen/ sofa which was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

MOONCHUL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
가격대비 숙소가 넓어서 좋았음 !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nam taek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
조용하고 깨끗한 객실 편안하게 잘 쉬었다 갑니다
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hyun-Duk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
도심지에서 조금 멀지만 비행기 이착륙 직관이 가능하고 루프탑 수영장이 매우 좋음. 숙소도 깔끔함
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tomomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
家族旅行で4泊しました。 部屋はきれいで清潔、とても快適に過ごせました。 屋上プールは、朝から夜まで利用できるので、子どもたちと連日利用しました。 フロントは、常にスタッフの方がいてやさしく対応してくれるので、海外旅行でも不安なく利用できました。
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ikuo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても居心地が良いホテルでした。ドアの建て付けが悪いなど微妙に気になることはありましたが基本的には過ごしやすかったです。
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jooyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
밤늦게 도착해서 이용했는데 아주 좋았어요 특히나 직원들 엄청 친절하고요 무엇보다 객실 넓었고 넷플릭스 나와서 좋았어요!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Lut Sau

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

HAN DEOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025