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The Aru by Ayuhouz

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kota Kinabalu with 2 restaurants and outdoor pool

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Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area
Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | In-room dining
Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View
View from property
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100
  • Place, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park
    ‪5 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

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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

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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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 Single Beds

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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 Single Beds

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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

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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

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King Studio with City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 Single Beds

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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 Single Beds

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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 Single Beds

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King Studio With Seaview

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Seaview Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

3-Bedroom Family With Seaview

  • Sleeps 6

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2-Bedroom Executive Suite With Seaview

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Penthouse With Sea View

  • Sleeps 6

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Penthouse Duplex With Seaview

  • Sleeps 8

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King Studio With City View

  • Sleeps 3

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

King Studio With Library View

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2-Bedroom Executive Suite With City View

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2-Bedroom Executive Suite With Airport View

  • Sleeps 4

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

3-Bedroom Family With City View

  • Sleeps 6

About the area

Kota Kinabalu

At The Aru by Ayuhouz you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Sabah State Mosque. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants and an outdoor swimming pool. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and luggage storage. .Near this 4-property class Tanjung Aru hotel, you'll find Imago Shopping Mall.

What's nearby

  • Tanjung Aru Perdana Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sabah State Mosque - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sutera Harbour - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Era - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dian Dian - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tanjung Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Hin Loi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪King Hu Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Aru by Ayuhouz

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu with 2 restaurants and outdoor pool
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 centre. Event space at this hotel measures 2000 square feet (186 square metres) 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. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes 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 telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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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 transport

  • 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

  • Limited-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 lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 on-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

The Aru by Ayuhouz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to The Aru by Ayuhouz?

The closest beach to The Aru by Ayuhouz is Pantai Pulau Mamutik (4.6 km).

Does The Aru by Ayuhouz have a pool?

The Aru by Ayuhouz has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from January to December.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

No, The Aru by Ayuhouz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

Yep, The Aru by Ayuhouz has 2 restaurants.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Aru by Ayuhouz?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Aru by Ayuhouz Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Song Jun

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Karra

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Karra

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with group
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Hyun-Duk

Travelled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with partner
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

4/10 Poor

Lut Sau

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

HAN DEOK

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

8/10 Good

Gerrie

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Chelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seonyeong

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ikuo

Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAEIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wybe

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

8/10 Good

??

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
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

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