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Our top choices for Manukan Island romantic hotels

A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.
A wooden deck with a cushioned seating area, a view of the sea, and surrounding greenery.

1. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
Australia
Nikko
RM1,183
RM1,328 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
RM742
RM886 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.

3. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
United States
Eric
RM1,200
RM1,920 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.

4. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
RM927
RM1,011 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Kip
RM342
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

6. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A modern building with a prominent sign reading "Sutera Bay."

7. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Kevin
RM247
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of buildings.
A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a staircase.
A tall hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Mercure hotel.

8. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
RM192
RM217 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A modern living room with a sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a chair. Large windows with red curtains offer a view of a cityscape and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass partition, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.
A modern building with a sign that reads "Riverson Sembulan".
A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool and a hot tub.

9. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Singapore
Caroline
RM173
RM197 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a glass door.
A grand lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a chandelier.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a chandelier, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

10. The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Henn Kiew
RM272
RM272 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Jesselton Hotel
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Top Manukan Island Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
Eleanor 9-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."
Megan 7-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Manukan Island?
Are you in need of a romantic getaway? If you want to see some sights and attractions in the greater Manukan Island area, you might head to Sapi Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park or Sutera Harbour. If you're interested in staying close to a certain attraction, you can sort by neighbourhood or distance to top landmarks, so you and your partner will get to see everything on your list.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Manukan Island?
If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Manukan Island: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Manukan Island are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.
What is there to do in Manukan Island?
There's nothing better than experiencing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all that Manukan Island has to offer. There's a lot to see and do in the area, so you might consider making a stop at Sapi Island or Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.
What's the best way to get to Manukan Island and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Manukan Island might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: To get to Manukan Island, book a flight to Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is the closest major airport, located 5 mi (8.1 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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