Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Experience a five-star escape in Malaysia’s tropical Borneo with this glamorous Shangri-La stay. An untouched oasis set among 400 acres of beachfront rainforest, the resort is the perfect escape from city life, complete with a three-kilometre stretch of private golden sands.
With extensive spa facilities and a sprawling golf course, along with a kids’ club and babysitting services to occupy younger adventurers, there’s a reason Shangri-La Rasa Ria has consistently been voted Malaysia’s top family-friendly resort.
Spend your days relaxing by two shimmering swimming pools, perfecting your swing at the resort’s 18-hole championship golf course, practicing yoga or getting a sweat on with a round of tennis – it’s all included.
Refuel at one of the onsite eateries – enjoying mouthwatering Chinese fare at The Eighth, Southeast Asian specialities at Tepi Laut and Japanese favourites at Kozan Teppan-yaki – or savour moments of quiet serenity at The Spa.
Experience a five-star escape in Malaysia’s tropical Borneo with this glamorous Shangri-La stay. An untouched oasis set among 400 acres of beachfront rainforest, the resort is the perfect escape from city life, complete with a three-kilometre stretch of private golden sands.
With extensive spa facilities and a sprawling golf course, along with a kids’ club and babysitting services to occupy younger adventurers, there’s a reason Shangri-La Rasa Ria has consistently been voted Malaysia’s top family-friendly resort.
Spend your days relaxing by two shimmering swimming pools, perfecting your swing at the resort’s 18-hole championship golf course, practicing yoga or getting a sweat on with a round of tennis – it’s all included.
Refuel at one of the onsite eateries – enjoying mouthwatering Chinese fare at The Eighth, Southeast Asian specialities at Tepi Laut and Japanese favourites at Kozan Teppan-yaki – or savour moments of quiet serenity at The Spa.
Holidays with Kids (Australia), Readers’ Choice 2025 Best Family Resort, Malaysia
All-Inclusive Upgrade: Select an all-inclusive package in an Ocean Wing room to elevate the indulgence to new heights with daily set-menu lunch, nightly buffet dinner and unlimited free-flow drinks.
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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu sits along Pantai Dalit Beach on Malaysia’s island of Borneo. Encompassing 400 sprawling acres, including 64 acres of forest reserve, the resort boasts plenty of hiking trails, as well as three kilometres of pristine private beach. Local restaurants, bars, shopping and nightlife are all a short drive or shuttle ride away. The hotel is located approximately a one-hour drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Return airport transfers are included in select packages only, please see Fine Print for details.
Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.
- Coffee Terrace
- Sampan Bar
- Tepi Laut
- Kozan Teppan-yaki
- The Eighth
- Oceano Modern Grill
- Golfers’ Terrace
- Lobby Lounge
- Dalit Karaoke
- The Spa
- Two swimming pools, plus a children’s pool
- 18-hole championship golf course
- Putting green
- Fitness centre
- Grand ballroom
- Yoga classes
- Bicycle rental
- Tennis courts
- Croquet court
- Petanque
- Watersports hire
- Cool Zones Kids Club
- Indoor and outdoor playground
- Gift shop
- Nail salon
- EV charging
- Laundry and dry cleaning service
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Check-in: 3pm / Checkout: 12pm
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Guests staying in the Garden Wing take their daily buffet breakfast at the Coffee Terrace from 6.30am–10.30am. Guests staying in the Ocean Wing take their daily semi-buffet breakfast at Oceano Modern Grill from 6.30am–10.30am with an unlimited a la carte menu also available.
- Lunch is available at Tepi Laut, Oceano Modern Grill or The Eighth. Set-menu lunch is three courses.
- Dinner is available at Tepi Laut or Coffee Terrace from 6pm–10pm. Advance bookings are required.
- One daily cocktail or mocktail is available per guest at Sampan Bar from 4pm–8pm.
- Free-flow drinks (select packages only) include select beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, mocktails, soft drinks, chilled juice, tea and coffee at select onsite restaurants and bars, available from 11am–11pm. Excludes in-room dining.
- The marshmallow roasting experience takes place every day from 5pm–6pm, subject to weather.
- One-time round of golf at Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club includes green fee, twin sharing buggy and daily golf insurance. Advanced booking is highly recommended. To book a tee time, email dalitproshop.rrr@shangri-la.com. Golf clubs and shoes are not included in the green fees.
- Tennis courts are open from 9am–6pm. Advance bookings are required for use.
- Included massages are available at The Spa from 5pm–9pm. Advance bookings are required. Massage is a neck and shoulder massage.
- Hatha yoga runs at the wedding pavilion from 7.30am–8.15am on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Advance booking is required.
- Stand-up paddleboard yoga takes place at the Garden Wing pool from 8.30am–9.15am on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Advance booking is required.
- Daily complimentary shuttle service is available between the resort, Suria Sabah and Imago Shopping Mall. Advance booking is required with the concierge desk for departure and arrival arrangements. Only 40 seats are available per schedule.
- Contact the resort directly before check-in to arrange private airport transfers (select packages only). A surcharge applies for arrivals after 11pm.
- Yoga and tennis inclusions are valid for two adults only.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.
Valid for travel until 15 March 2027 (bookings must be made before 13 February 2027).
Tourism Tax: Please note a MYR10 tourism tax per room, per night applies to foreign passport holders, payable directly to the hotel upon checkout.
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Guests staying in the Garden Wing take their daily buffet breakfast at the Coffee Terrace from 6.30am–10.30am. Guests staying in the Ocean Wing take their daily semi-buffet breakfast at Oceano Modern Grill from 6.30am–10.30am with an unlimited a la carte menu also available.
- Lunch is available at Tepi Laut, Oceano Modern Grill or The Eighth. Set-menu lunch is three courses.
- Dinner is available at Tepi Laut or Coffee Terrace from 6pm–10pm. Advance bookings are required.
- One daily cocktail or mocktail is available per guest at Sampan Bar from 4pm–8pm.
- Free-flow drinks (select packages only) include select beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, mocktails, soft drinks, chilled juice, tea and coffee at select onsite restaurants and bars, available from 11am–11pm. Excludes in-room dining.
- The marshmallow roasting experience takes place every day from 5pm–6pm, subject to weather.
- One-time round of golf at Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club includes green fee, twin sharing buggy and daily golf insurance. Advanced booking is highly recommended. To book a tee time, email dalitproshop.rrr@shangri-la.com. Golf clubs and shoes are not included in the green fees.
- Tennis courts are open from 9am–6pm. Advance bookings are required for use.
- Included massages are available at The Spa from 5pm–9pm. Advance bookings are required. Massage is a neck and shoulder massage.
- Hatha yoga runs at the wedding pavilion from 7.30am–8.15am on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Advance booking is required.
- Stand-up paddleboard yoga takes place at the Garden Wing pool from 8.30am–9.15am on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Advance booking is required.
- Daily complimentary shuttle service is available between the resort, Suria Sabah and Imago Shopping Mall. Advance booking is required with the concierge desk for departure and arrival arrangements. Only 40 seats are available per schedule.
- Contact the resort directly before check-in to arrange private airport transfers (select packages only). A surcharge applies for arrivals after 11pm.
- Yoga and tennis inclusions are valid for two adults only.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.
Valid for travel until 15 March 2027 (bookings must be made before 13 February 2027).
Tourism Tax: Please note a MYR10 tourism tax per room, per night applies to foreign passport holders, payable directly to the hotel upon checkout.
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.
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