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About the Hotel
Lorong Ikan Lais, Jalan Mat Salleh,
Kota Kinabalu,
Malaysia,
Sabah
Casuarina Hotel is a 2-star Kota Kinabalu hotel featuring air-conditioned rooms, a multi-cuisine restaurant, and complimentary breakfast. This boutique hotel is a short walk from Tanjung Aru Beach and Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Rooms & Amenities
Casuarina Hotel offers 44 air-conditioned rooms equipped with minibars, tea and coffee makers, and flat-screen televisions. Each room features an en suite bathroom with a shower stall.
Dining & Options
Guests can dine at the on-site multi-cuisine restaurant, which serves Chinese, local, and international dishes. A coffee shop is also available for lighter snacks.
Services & Leisure
The hotel features a garden area where guests can relax, and it offers a free roundtrip airport shuttle service. Additional services include laundry arrangements at the 24-hour front desk.
Location & Transportation
Casuarina Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Sutera Harbour and Sabah State Museum, providing easy access to local attractions. Public transport options include nearby buses for further exploration.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious Comfort
“I loved the spacious room with a balcony; it provided a peaceful retreat and a nice spot to relax each evening.” view full review
Easy Parking
“I appreciated the convenient parking spots available within the hotel, making it easy for me to come and go.” view full review
Simple But Satisfying
“The a la carte breakfast was simple yet satisfying, a perfect start to my day even during low peak season.” view full review
Clean Facilities
“I was impressed with the cleanliness of the bathroom; it made my stay feel fresh and inviting.” view full review
General
Smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Elevator
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Paid city shuttle
Free airport shuttle
Room service
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Room features
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Lorong Ikan Lais, Jalan Mat Salleh,
Kota Kinabalu,
Malaysia,
Sabah
Map view
Lorong Ikan Lais, Jalan Mat Salleh,
Kota Kinabalu,
Malaysia,
Sabah
City landmarks
Museums
Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village
1.8
mi
Mosque
Sabah State Mosque
1.5
mi
Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort
3300 ft
Monuments and Landmarks
Petagas War Memorial
2.0
mi
Mosque
State Mosque
1.5
mi
Parks
Double Six Monument
1.3
mi
88200 Kota Kinabalu
Bukit Kopungit
1.2
mi
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Lot 16
Borneo Trading Post
2.0
mi
Harbor
Sutera Harbour Resort
1.6
mi
Winery
Vino Vino Bistro
1.8
mi
Museums
Sabah Islamic Civilization Museum
2.0
mi
Store
Boulevard Hypermarket
2.0
mi
Wisma 2020
Desa Cattle
2.0
mi
Gallery
Sabah Art Gallery
2.3
mi
4160
Taman Ujana Rimba Tropika
2.1
mi
Rainforest Park
2.2
mi
88300 Kota Kinabalu
Petrosains Playsmart Kota Kinabalu
2.2
mi
Libraries
Sabah State Library HQ
2.2
mi
Tower
Atkinson Clock Tower
3.0
mi
Parks
Weston Wetland Park
2.4
mi
Island
Mamutik Island
2.5
mi
Kota Kinabalu
Water Village
2.4
mi
Signature Office
Tourism Malaysia Offices@Sabah
2.5
mi
Spa Center
Ventus Spa Massage & Beauty Centre
2.5
mi
Nearby
Beach
Tanjung Aru Beach
1400 ft
Jalan Tanjung Aru
Tanjung Aru Perdana Park
1400 ft
Jalan Melati
Perdana Park
1400 ft
Tanjung Aru
1400 ft
Beach
Tanjung Aru Beach 2
1400 ft
Restaurants
Lucy's Kitchen
2100 ft
88 Market Place Kepayan
Silla Korean Restaurant
3400 ft
Jalan Mat Salleh Lot A-G-6
First Beach Cafe
4500 ft
Aru Drive
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Friendly staff
Limited breakfast options
Wi-Fi not included
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
8.3
Location
9.5
Service
8.6
Dining
5.4
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 15 reviews
7.2
7.2/10 based on 528 reviews
Howard
United States of America,
August
2024
7.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located near the airport and offers free airport transfers, even early in the morning. The rooms are clean and modern, providing a comfortable experience. However, it's a bit far from the city center, and I found the breakfast options to be quite limited. Overall, the value for money is decent, but there's room for improvement in the dining area.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and equipped with modern amenities, making for a comfortable stay.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, providing a good level of service throughout my stay.
Location
7.0
The location is great for easy access to the airport, but it's quite a way from the city center.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast had limited options, which was a little disappointing.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel amenities were good, including a nice pool area that was well-maintained.
Kevin
United States of America,
August
2024
7.2/10
I had a great stay at this hotel with a fantastic location near the airport and Tanjung Aru Beach. The rooms were spacious and clean, which was a big plus. However, the dining experience could use some improvement. The service was friendly but had some areas for enhancement. Overall, it offers good value for money but has room for improvement in a couple of areas.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and clean, with comfortable furnishings.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, adding to a pleasant experience.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is superb, being very close to the airport and the beach.
Dining
5.0
Dining options were somewhat limited, which was disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but improvements could be made in certain areas.
Ivan
United States of America,
July
2024
7.8/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel! The staff was incredibly friendly, and the location was perfect, being so close to the airport and just a quick ride to the beach. My room was spacious and had a nice balcony. However, I found the breakfast to be a bit lacking in variety, and the Wi-Fi wasn't included, which was slightly inconvenient. Overall, it was a great experience, particularly for the price.
Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious and comfortable, with a nice balcony to enjoy the view.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and helpful, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a great location, very close to the airport and just a short drive to the beach.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast had limited options, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were decent, but nothing particularly stood out.
Sam
United States of America,
July
2024
7.8/10
This hotel boasts a great location, very close to Tanjung Aru beach and conveniently near the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a relaxing stay. However, I found the dining options somewhat lacking, especially during breakfast, and the facilities could use a little upgrade. Overall, it's a solid choice for the price, but there are a few areas needing improvement.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, offering a nice space to unwind.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating, making my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, just a short walk to Tanjung Aru beach and close to the airport.
Dining
5.0
I found the dining experience a bit disappointing; the breakfast options were limited and could use more variety.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent but felt a bit dated, especially the pool area.
John
United States of America,
July
2024
7.8/10
I had a nice stay at this hotel, which is very close to the beach and has a great location overall. The rooms were comfortable and clean, making my stay enjoyable. However, I found the dining options somewhat lacking, especially at breakfast. The amenities like the pool were well-kept, but the price could feel a bit steep considering the Wi-Fi wasn't included in the stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a cozy ambiance and a lovely view.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and helpful, making me feel welcome during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a prime location, just a short walk from the beach and other tourist spots.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast choices were quite limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The pool area was great and well-maintained, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.
Great location
Limited breakfast options
Lucy
United States of America,
July
2024
8.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located just a few minutes from the beach and airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was friendly, making my experience enjoyable. However, I felt that the dining options could be improved, as the breakfast was quite basic. The facilities were nice and well-kept, which added to the overall value for the price I paid.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day out.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and accommodating, helping with any requests I had.
Location
10.0
This hotel has a fantastic location, just a five-minute walk to the beach and close to the airport.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was okay, but the breakfast lacked variety and could use some improvement.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-maintained, providing a nice space to relax.
Ronald
United States of America,
June
2024
8.4/10
I had a great stay at this hotel, which is located just a stone's throw away from the beach. The rooms were modern and spacious, providing a comfortable atmosphere. The staff were incredibly friendly and ever so helpful. However, I did feel that the dining options, particularly breakfast, could use some improvement. Overall, it’s a good value for money, though it might be a downside that Wi-Fi is not complimentary.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were modern, spacious, and very clean.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and provided excellent assistance.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the beach, perfect for sunset views.
Dining
6.0
Breakfast was decent but not very varied; I wish there were more options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had a nice pool area that was well-kept and enjoyable.
David
United States of America,
June
2024
8.2/10
This hotel offers a prime location near Tanjung Aru Beach, making it perfect for sunset views. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is super friendly. I really appreciated the free airport transfer service, especially since it started early in the morning. However, there could be some improvements in the dining area, particularly with breakfast choices. Overall, it’s a great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were in good condition, clean, and comfortable, making for a pleasant stay.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and helpful, especially with the free airport shuttle service.
Location
10.0
The hotel is located very close to Tanjung Aru Beach and the airport, which is a major plus for convenience.
Dining
5.0
While the food was decent, the breakfast options were quite limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had nice facilities, including a well-maintained pool area that I really enjoyed.
Great location
Limited breakfast options
Bill
United States of America,
June
2024
7.4/10
I had a great stay at this hotel, which is just a stone's throw from Tanjung Aru Beach. The rooms were clean and comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day out. The staff was friendly and helpful, even though the dining options could use some improvement. The location is convenient, especially for catching sunsets at the beach, though it is a bit far from the city center. Overall, it offers good value for money, but the Wi-Fi costs extra, which was a letdown.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and came with nice balconies.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly, making my stay that much better.
Location
7.0
The hotel is really close to Tanjung Aru Beach, great for sunset views, but a bit away from the city center.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent, but I found the breakfast options somewhat limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel amenities were good overall, but nothing too luxurious.
John
United States of America,
May
2024
7.6/10
The hotel boasts a fantastic location near Tanjung Aru Beach and is conveniently close to the airport, which is a huge plus since they provide free airport transfer service even in the early morning. The rooms were modern and clean, making for a comfortable stay. On the downside, while the staff was friendly, I found the dining options somewhat limited, and the amenities could use a bit of enhancement. Overall, it provides good value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were modern, clean, and very comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, though the dining service could be improved.
Location
10.0
The location is excellent, right by Tanjung Aru Beach and close to the airport, which is super convenient.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were somewhat limited, especially for breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but they could definitely be more extensive.
Great location
Limited dining options
George
United States of America,
May
2024
8.0/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is located very close to Tanjung Aru beach and a nice park, making it a great spot for relaxation. The rooms were comfortable and well maintained, and I appreciated the friendly staff. On the downside, the dining options left a bit to be desired, as breakfast could be improved. Overall, it’s a good value for the price, but there’s room for enhancement in a few areas.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable and in good condition.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located, really close to Tanjung Aru beach and a large park, which is quite nice.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was included, but the options were quite limited and could use some improvement.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was nice for a chill day.
Floyd
United States of America,
May
2024
8.6/10
I had a great time at this hotel, thanks to its friendly staff and clean, comfortable rooms. The location is perfect, being so close to the beach and the airport. However, the breakfast could use a bit more variety, and I found the Wi-Fi situation a bit frustrating since it was not included in the price. Overall, it’s a great value for money, especially for a beach getaway.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and very comfortable, featuring spacious balconies that offered lovely views.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
Its location is fantastic, just a short walk from the beach and conveniently close to the airport.
Dining
7.0
While the breakfast was decent, I felt the options were a bit limited and could be improved.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-maintained and provided a nice spot to relax.
Stephen
United States of America,
April
2024
8.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel located just a stone's throw from the beautiful Tanjung Aru beach. The rooms were clean and comfortable, making for a restful experience. The friendly staff added a nice touch to my visit. However, I found the dining options a bit limited. Overall, it was good value for money, though I wish they had included Wi-Fi without extra charges.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, plus having a balcony was a nice bonus.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful during my stay.
Location
10.0
The location is fantastic, really close to Tanjung Aru beach and conveniently near the airport.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were a bit limited for breakfast, which was a slight letdown.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was well-kept and a great place to relax.
Robert
United States of America,
April
2024
7.2/10
The hotel boasts a great location near downtown and the airport, making it super convenient for travelers. The rooms were a bit dated but still clean and comfy, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. However, the dining options were somewhat limited, and there were issues with Wi-Fi connectivity. Overall, the price was reasonable considering the amenities, but there’s definitely room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable but could use some modernization.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and provided great assistance during my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near downtown and the airport, which is a huge plus.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were somewhat limited, and I found the breakfast to be lacking variety.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent, but there were issues with Wi-Fi connectivity that could be improved.
Edward
United States of America,
April
2024
8.0/10
I recently stayed at this hotel and really enjoyed my time. The location is fantastic – just a quick 5-minute stroll to the beach and close to the airport. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, I found the breakfast options a bit lacking. Overall, the hotel offers great value for money, especially considering the lovely surroundings.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, making my stay quite pleasant.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and helpful throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
I loved how close the hotel was to the beach, only a 5-minute walk away, which made it super convenient.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was included but could use more variety; it felt a bit limited.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had nice amenities, including a pool that was enjoyable to relax by.