Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, is set amidst 25 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens on a peninsula surrounded by the waters of the South China Sea. The deluxe property is only 10 minutes from the city centre, five coral islands and the Kota Kinabalu International Airport. All 498 beautifully-appointed rooms open onto private balconies and offer panoramic views of the gardens, Mount Kinabalu or the sea and the outlying islands. Spread throughout the resort are six restaurants and bars offering a gastronomic selection of local and international cuisine.