Title: Ara Dinawan Island Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ara Dinawan Island Resort in Kinarut with a private beach ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/85e756c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/fd85eb5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private beach, scuba diving](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/c3375247.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/a0354fad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/09a3d3fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ara Dinawan Island offers the perfect mix of activity and downtime. Visitors can rent motorized watercraft for ocean exploration, challenge companions to billiards or arcade games, then unwind on the peaceful terrace or gather around the lobby's cozy fireplace. ## Popular amenities - Parking available - On private beach ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/c8861e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Sea View Tent - Sleeps 2 ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/651fd60b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Beach Front Family Room - Sleeps 2 ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/w448h590x0y5-6684b9fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Beach Front Tent - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKinarut-Hotels-Ara-Dinawan-Island.h106575953.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKinarut-Hotels-Ara-Dinawan-Island.h106575953.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.84525%2C115.99188&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CbrKYzfd2mHVHwc4KZU-9T17N7A=) Dinawan Island, Sabah, Kinarut, Sabah, 89500 #### Restaurants - D'Soka - Anjung Soka Cafe - Restoran Tom Yam D'Aisy - Warung Junior Baba - Beringgis River Side ## About this property ### Ara Dinawan Island Property highlights A terrace, an arcade/games room and a fireplace in reception are just a few of the amenities provided at Ara Dinawan Island. 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special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Ara Dinawan Island Resort Ara Dinawan Island Kinarut Ara Dinawan Island Resort Kinarut ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking at Ara Dinawan Island? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### Where is Ara Dinawan Island located? > This beachfront resort is located in Kinarut, where area attractions include Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. Regional attractions also include Imago Shopping Mall and Monsopiad Cultural Village. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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