Published Sat, Feb 28, 2026
We booked a 2 night stay and were delighted to be upgraded to an Ocean Wing room on arrival. Our room on the 2nd floor was very spacious - a bedroom, dressing room, huge en-suite and large terrace...
This is Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort on Pantai Dalit Beach. Set amidst a nature reserve, the resort enchants endlessly with its natural magic.
The resort comprises 416 elegantly appointed guestroomsand suites. In the Garden Wing, all ground-level rooms have aprivate lanai accessible through the garden. On the first floor,all rooms have private balconies. For guests who demand thevery highest levels of luxury, the new Ocean Wing offers 90premier rooms with private outdoor bathtubs and sweepingviews of the sea.
The resort comprises 416 elegantly appointed guestroomsand suites. In the Garden Wing, all ground-level rooms have aprivate lanai accessible through the garden. On the first floor,all rooms have private balconies. For guests who demand thevery highest levels of luxury, the new Ocean Wing offers 90premier rooms with private outdoor bathtubs and sweepingviews of the sea.
Garden Wing Superior Rainforest View Rooms offer luxurious accommodations with traditional highlights, such as warm earthy colours and natural wood furnishings.
Rest and relax on the Garden Wing Deluxe Garden View Room balcony. With your choice of a room on the ground floor or high floor, enjoy a birds-eye view of our meticulously-manicured garden or easily explore the gardens via the personal pathway, a special feature for the ground floor rooms. The room decor comprises an inviting blend of traditional and modern styles with an outdoor patio.
The spacious, Malaysian-inspired Garden Wing Deluxe Sea View Rooms face the beach and the South China Sea across landscaped gardens.
Located on an upper floor, Garden Wing Executive Sea View room offers an unobstructed view of the South China Sea.
Garden Wing Executive Suites offer abundant luxury with an inviting décor inspired by Sabah's rich cultural heritage.
Garden Wing Speciality Suites offer a generous floor plan, complemented with luxurious fittings and an inviting décor inspired by Sabah's rich cultural heritage.
Among the most spacious in the region, Ocean Wing rooms are designed with the highest trappings of luxury and comfort. The rooms are beautifully decorated with restful earthy colours and natural wood inspired by the ethnic richness of Sabah.
Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort offers popular western cuisines, as well as Malaysian and Asian favourites.
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Coast Restaurant and Bar
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Enjoy contemporary western cuisine in an inviting beachfront setting at this exceptionally designed, award-winning restaurant. The outdoor terrace offers an unrivalled place to toast the Borneo sunset with one of our specialty cocktails. |
Coffee Terrace
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Enjoy all-day dining outdoors or indoors at this engaging spot. International and local dishes are served with plenty of health-conscious menu selections and luscious tropical fruits. |
Golfers' Terrace |
Golfers' Terrace overlooks the 18-hole Dalit Bay championship golf course with tended greens, challenging water hazards and an aquatic driving range. Golfers' Terrace is the perfect place to relax before and after a game, with both air-conditioned dining and outdoor seating available at the deli counter. |
Kozan Teppan-yaki
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Kozan’s interiors echo the minimalist aesthetics of a classical Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant, with an unconventional architectural design, giving it a modern edge. |
Naan Flavours of India
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With Moghul touches hinting at the past splendour of the Maharajahs, the easy elegance of this delightful restaurant creates an ideal setting to savour the refined cuisine of Northern India and spicy specialties from coastal Goa.The flavours are further enhanced by innovative Indian cocktails, fine wines, champagne and our famous signature mango lassi. |
Tepi Laut Makan Street |
Makan Street captures the nostalgia of Malaysia’s heritage of street food stalls and open-fronted shop-house restaurants. Each food stall offers tempting flavours and a special glimpse into the cuisines of Asia. |
Lobby Lounge
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An open-air lounge with soaring timbered roof, Lobby Lounge features views of lush gardens, the luxurious pool and white-sand beaches. |
Sampar Bar |
The epitome of a casual beachside bar, Sampan Bar offers refreshing cocktails, delightful drinks and delicious finger foods. In the early evening, be captivated by the Borneo sunset views at the bar. Many guests enjoy playing a game of pétanque at the adjacent court while enjoying drinks and snacks. |
Breathe in the fresh jungle air and see how many wild animals you can spot. Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort offers many opportunities to experience the unique natural wonders of Borne.
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Nature
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At Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu, we started out with an Orangutan Care project that aimed to rehabilitate the most iconic species in Sabah. Today, a Nature Reserve has been established in collaboration with the State Wildlife Department with the aim of protecting a 64 acre ecological space to help facilitate rehabilitation programmes for endangered species of faunas endemic to Sabah. |
Beach
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A secluded stretch of beach thirty minutes north of Kota Kinabalu, Pantai Dalit offers private expanses of soft white sand ideal for families or vacationing couples. The Sampan Bar serves refreshing drinks and snacks during the day. |
Pool
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The resort swimming pool is a favourite choice for a cool dip amid our luxurinat gardens. You may enjoy refreshments and drinks at the adjacent Tepi Laut. |
Sports Facilities
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From team building to bicycle tours, take part in our land activities and bond with family and friends. |
Sea Sports |
From team building to bicycle tours, take part in our land activities and bond with family and friends. |
Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club
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Dalit Bay Golf & Country club is the resort’s 18-hole championship golf course. Bordered by the Tambalang and Mengkabong rivers, guests can tee-off with stunning views of Mount Kinabalu in the backdrop. Ensconced within the 400 acres of Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu, the course was designed to highlight Sabah’s natural beauty. |
THE SPA
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THE SPA, draws inspiration from the origins of the Shangri-La legend, which describes a place of personal peace, enchantment and well-being. The sanctuary is luxurious, yet down-to-earth, and features holistic treatments based on time-honoured methods that are shared by many Asian cultures. |
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Based on 7644 reviews
5
Sleep Quality
4.7
Location
4.3
Rooms
4.6
Service
4.7
Value
4.2
Cleanliness
4.7
Published Sat, Feb 28, 2026
We booked a 2 night stay and were delighted to be upgraded to an Ocean Wing room on arrival. Our room on the 2nd floor was very spacious - a bedroom, dressing room, huge en-suite and large terrace...
Published Sun, Feb 28, 2026
Lovely lunch at the beautiful Rasa Ria hotel. I first stayed here about 10 years ago and it's still as magical as it was then. Very attentive staff and the hotel is set in a stunning location