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Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort

5.0 of 5
Pantai Dalit Beach | P.O. Box 600, Kota Kinabalu 89208, Malaysia
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Nottingham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Just got back from the most amazing holiday, the hotel is fantastic right on the beach. Prices for drinks are on the high side but went to happy hours at the Sunset bar near the beach and watched amazing sunsets and they were worth the wait. Seeing the baby Orang Utans was the highlight of my week and the nature... More

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UK
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29 reviews 29 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We have just spent 9 very relaxing nights at Rasa Ria. I'll get the negatives out of the way first as I'd like to end the review on a positive note. And there aren't many negatives! As everyone has said, the prices here are very expensive. If you eat in the Coffee Lounge food is reasonable, main courses start at... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful hotel, secluded and well kept.We had fab renovated garden wing room with sweeping views of pool beach and Ocean! Service absolutely second to none, a little out of town but we knew that and didn't care, came recommended by travel agent,she got it right for sure! Huge choice for eating, several pools, drink service all day...paradise in Borneo for... More

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Delft, The Netherlands
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

An excellent choice for relaxing a few days with an excellent beach, good golf-course and nature reserve. Staff is friendly and always prepared to help. We didn't encounter any jelly fish as others have mentioned. Food prices vary from decent to expensive, drinks could be considered on the high side. During our visit to the nature center we were able... More

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Cumbria
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61 reviews 61 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

We had a week here at the end of our Borneo trip and what a lovely place to be at the end of a fairly busy trip. The staff are excellent, very friendly and efficient. The food is fantastic. The Spa is just something else, I would have gone more often but it is very expensive. We just loved everyything... More

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Cyprus
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

If you'd like to visit Borneo for jungle and Orang Utan experience this is the place to go. If you are looking for romantic or family escape I would not not recommend to go there. We've been staying there in May. Jelly fish are found till may and It's a lot of mosquitos in the evening. The whole week we... More

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Hong Kong, China
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

I have been to Rasa Ria twice and I have always been thinking about my third visit! Rasa Ria has a relatively far away location - it does not locate near to any shopping mall / dinning area. However, for a resort, I think such rurual location is perfect as I can completely escape from the city & enjoy the... More

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Adelaide, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

I have just returned from a 5 night stay in the Ocean Wing of Shangri La's Rasa Ria Resort. It was wonderful. It is located well out of town but we knew that before we travelled and the distance didn't affect us in any way. From the cool towels and iced peach tea on arrival to a lovely farewell when... More

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Chicago
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49 reviews 49 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
60 helpful votes 60 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

Gorgeous resort with adequate but not outstanding rooms. Balcony with a view to the sea was certainly a highlight. An odd thing to compliment (at least for me) is that the housekeeping staff was particularly outstanding. Other service items sometimes left much to be desired, such as when our room key did not work and it took 12 minutes to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Everything about this hotel is quality and style from the moment we arrived. Would certainly go back. The resturant coast was top quality. The beach para gliding gave a fantastic view of the coast line and was well worth while.

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Ocean wing(363)
  • Nature reserve(141)
  • Very good(126)
  • Coffee terrace(110)
  • Orang utans(83)
  • Coast restaurant(71)
  • Tepi Laut(66)
  • Golf course(60)
  • Happy Hour(57)
  • Kid Club(54)

Additional Information about Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort

Address: Pantai Dalit Beach | P.O. Box 600, Kota Kinabalu 89208, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Sabah > West Coast Division > Kota Kinabalu District > Kota Kinabalu
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Family Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
#1 Luxury Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
#2 Business Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Price range (per night): RM703 - 1,138
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort is set on Pantai Dalit beach surrounded by 400 acres of lush tropical vegetation, including a unique nature reserve. Here you'll meet Sabah's icon, the fascinating Orang Utan, as well as a remarkable array of indigenous flora and fauna. Unexpected encounters with hornbills who glide right overhead, peacocks walking by during breakfast, a friendly bear cat greeting you from a tree or the occasional wild rabbit, iguana or squirrel crossing your path are all part of the magic of this remarkable resort. Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort goes beyond the offerings of Kota Kinabalu hotels by providing numerous options for relaxation. This includes the magnificent Spa at Dalit Bay, a wide range of water sports, Rasa Ria's own catamarans for cruises and deep sea fishing, a challenging 18-hole championship golf course, ATV safaris, tennis, horse riding, a fitness centre and, of course, a fun-filled Kids' Club to care for younger visitors. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Shangri-La`s Rasa Ria Hotel
Shangri-La`s Rasa Ria Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Shangri Las Rasa Ria Hotel
Shangri La Rasa Ria
Rasa Ria
Shangri La Rasa Ria Resort
Rasa Ria Resort
Shangri Las Rasa Ria Resort
Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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