Title: The Aru by Ayuhouz Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74255293&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Aru by Ayuhouz Travelers find a peaceful escape at this Tanjung Aru retreat where they can recharge poolside or prepare for adventures in the surrounding area ## Photo gallery for The Aru by Ayuhouz ![Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix - The Aru by Ayuhouz (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/b6d3c894.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - The Aru by Ayuhouz (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/533f45bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - The Aru by Ayuhouz (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/fa416aba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | In-room dining - The Aru by Ayuhouz (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/cce27bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains - The Aru by Ayuhouz (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/9e67d9a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites, in Tanjung Aru's heart, offers a quiet retreat with an outdoor pool and fitness center. Guests can enjoy local cuisine at two restaurants and stay connected with in-room WiFi. 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Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 2-Bedroom Executive Suite with City View ![2-Bedroom Executive Suite with City View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/ca216995_edited_9d63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2-Bedroom Executive Suite with City View ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Smart TV - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for 2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Airport View ![2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Airport View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74255300/74255293/cb5a8a5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2-Bedroom Executive Suite with Airport View ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Kitchenette Fridge Dining table Smart TV - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Aru-Hotel.h74255293.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Aru-Hotel.h74255293.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%7C5.95275%2C116.05335&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=i5oGXGGnXWVIZC54mmlxv1cH6PQ=) Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100 #### What's nearby - Tanjung Aru Perdana Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Sabah State Mosque \- 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Queen Elizabeth Hospital \- 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Imago Shopping Mall \- 4 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Sutera Harbour \- 5 min drive \- 2.2 miles #### 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 - ‪Restoran Pak Mus - ‬5 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Aru by Ayuhouz Upscale hotel near Imago Shopping Mall Take advantage of a gym, conference space and 2 restaurants at The Aru by Ayuhouz. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Luggage storage and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at The Aru by Ayuhouz boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas. Extra amenities include: - Bidets and free toiletries - 65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87350000/87344700/87344672/a79ea31e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=87344672&PinnedHotelID=87344672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15193700/15193612/4b381a7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Kota Kinabalu Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Pool - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.2 Wonderful 975 reviews £66 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 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Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 196 reviews £85 includes taxes & fees 20 Dec - 21 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=83107453&PinnedHotelID=83107453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110730000/110729000/110728981/d08141d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay Kota Kinabalu - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-03&selected=110728981&PinnedHotelID=110728981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of MYR 200 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The seasonal pool will be open from January to 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 ### Does The Aru by Ayuhouz have a pool? ### Is The Aru by Ayuhouz pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Aru by Ayuhouz? ### What time is check-out at The Aru by Ayuhouz? ### Where is The Aru by Ayuhouz located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Aru by Ayuhouz Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Amenities ### 9.4 Staff & service ### 8.4 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Charles 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice hotel closed to downtown and airport. Room are cool and big ##### Charles Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Feb 2025 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 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Song Jun 5 May 2025 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. ##### Song Jun Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gerrie 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a suite which was beautiful and comfortabel. Good bed, good shower, good airco ##### Gerrie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward 28 Apr 2024 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 ##### Edward Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sau Yan 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort My parents like this hotel very much! Nice view and sunset on rooftop ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/98176A39BA112DC7FD44A9DA5127964731EFEF9C1701959861249.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sau Yan Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karra 4 Aug 2024 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A4C3463B54F127D21ADE8E4179EB22F1DB0763771722721885777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7F1269EE6D69F238FF3EC12E66A92D185BB4AD171722721884663.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/943A00BB8DD2B910514420FBB2C261D7A5B5A9FB1722721886436.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5A08079488D6BB82FCDEEC9607E9975A6931D9261722721883359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karra Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karra 3 Aug 2024 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. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/A4C3463B54F127D21ADE8E4179EB22F1DB0763771722721885777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7F1269EE6D69F238FF3EC12E66A92D185BB4AD171722721884663.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/943A00BB8DD2B910514420FBB2C261D7A5B5A9FB1722721886436.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5A08079488D6BB82FCDEEC9607E9975A6931D9261722721883359.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karra Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Victoria 30 Dec 2024 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 ##### Victoria Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Emma 21 Sept 2024 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. ##### Emma Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wybe 11 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent stay ##### Wybe Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 25 Feb 2024 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### ?? 7 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities good ##### ?? Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Stephanie 19 Jan 2024 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. ##### Stephanie Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomomi 6 Aug 2025 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。 ##### Tomomi Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ikuo 3 Aug 2024 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。 ##### Ikuo Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jooyoung 20 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 밤늦게 도착해서 이용했는데 아주 좋았어요 특히나 직원들 엄청 친절하고요 무엇보다 객실 넓었고 넷플릭스 나와서 좋았어요! ##### jooyoung Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Lut Sau 15 Jun 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Lut Sau Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### HAN DEOK 22 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### HAN DEOK Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn 5 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Robyn Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chelin 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Chelin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seonyeong 7 Oct 2024 ##### Seonyeong Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JAEIL 2 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### JAEIL Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### yik wai 27 Dec 2023 ##### yik wai Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Antalya Lara ADULT ONLY(+18)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-ANTALYA-HOTEL-RESORT-AND-SPA.h1582056.Hotel-Information) > > [The Capital 15 on Orange Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Capital-15-On-Orange.h68207648.Hotel-Information) > > [Hannah's Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Hannahs-Guesthouse.h13526552.Hotel-Information) > > [Side Resort Annex](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Side-Hotels-Oz-Side-Hotel.h14925317.Hotel-Information) > > [Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Nexus-Resort-Spa-Karambunai.h1742700.Hotel-Information) > > [Son Grec Petit Resort - 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