Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort has a magnificent seaside setting with splendid views of the neighbouring islands and the mountains and has spectacular sunsets. Luxury with a local Borneo touch are the themes of the 495 rooms, providing guests with a high level of comfort. The resort also has outstanding restaurants and bars and enough recreational activities to provide endless fun for families and friends. There is a gynasium and a spa, located on its very own island. There are two large free-form swimming pools, a Kids Club with a wading pool, a 9-hole Pitch and Putt golf course, 4 flood-lit tennis courts , bicycles and a fully-equipped water sports centre.

Local attractions, city centre and the International Airport are a short distance away from this surprisingly tranquil resort.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Nightclub

Blue Note features a live band and top DJ performances nightly, has a wide choice of cocktails and wines and even has a nine-ball pool table. It is at the Garden Level and open from 5pm until 2am.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Bar/Lounge

Located at the Main Lobby, the Borneo Lounge is a delightful venue to enjoy relaxing drinks and light snacks. There is a daily 'Happy Hour' and in the evenings, entertainment from the resident band.

It is open from 9am until midnight and 'til 1am on Fridays and Saturdays.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Asian & Continental

Cafe TATU is a contemporary restaurant serving buffet breakfast and dinner with live-cooking stations for Mongolian fare, Tandoori, Asian noodles and Dim Sum. Pastas, salads and desserts are also offered. Lunch is available a la carte.

Open from 6.30am until 11pm Cafe TATU is on the Garden Level.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Asian & International

Located by the pool, Coco-Joe's has spectacular views and offers both guests and local visitors light meals, snacks and refreshing drinks. It is well known for its barbecue and steamboat.

The opening hours are from 9am until 10.30pm.

Dress code: Smart Casual

Restaurant Type: Italian

Voted as one of Malaysia's best restaurants and an ambience just right for a romantic dinner, Chef Giuliano will tempt with superb Italian fare that is accompanied by a rich selection of wines from around the world.

\located on the Lobby Level, Peppino restaurant is open from 6pm until 10.30pm.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Asian & Continental

Pulau Bayu is famous for its 'Malam Kampung', a cultural display of sights, sounds and tastes featuring themed buffet dinners and cultural shows. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 6pm until 10.30pm, it is to be found on an island behind Coco-Joe's.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Chinese

The restaurant is renowned for its excellent Cantonese cuisine. Din Sum is available during breakfast and lunch. It is open from 11.30am until 2.30pm & 6-10.30pm and for breakfast on Sundays and Public Holidays at 7.30am.

Dress code: Casual

Restaurant Type: Bar

The Sunset Bar is the place to be when the sun sets in Kota Kinabalu. Snacks and cocktails are served between 5 and 7pm.