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For meals, head to the outdoor food stalls fronting the sea or coffee shops along the streets. The less adventurous could make a beeline for fast food outlets in the Centrepoint shopping centre while those with deeper pockets could try the pierside restaurants just after the open air fish market. Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant (Indian Specialty Cuisine). Located in the newly opened Asia City Complex, diagonally across the street from landmark shopping mall Centrepoint. This Indian franchise restaurant is the place to go if you want to try out authentic Indian food. Anjappar has outlets in Canada, Sri Lanka, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Kuala Lumpur, all staffed by experienced cooks from India.The decor is warm and elegant with a definitely Indian feel. Here you can sit down to a thali meal of steaming rice and curries or try out the naans, rotis, tender kebabs and tandoori dishes from their North Indian menu. Chettinad cuisine,one of India's spiciest and aromatic, is known for its specialties such as Biryani, Lamb Sukka Varuval,Pepper Chicken and Crab Masala. With nearly 100 dishes on the menu, Anjappar offers you a glimpse of the culinary diversity of India at very reasonable prices. For group bookings, the restaurant has a private function hall on the first floor with a seating capacity of 40. (Tel: 088-227969; e-mail: joe@anjapparborneo.com) @mosphere - @mosphere Restaurant and Bar - a unique revolving restaurant located in Borneo's tallest building, Menara Tun Mustapha (Yayasan Sabah Foundation) . Creative and comfortable décor. Stunning views of Kota Kinabalu, the South China Sea, nearby national park islands and mountains. Specialising in affordable "Pacific Rim cuisine" and open for lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and late night drinks. Well worth a visit - www.atmosphererestaurant.com - Tel: 088-425-100/111 Yu Kee's Bak Kut Teh - Located along the famous Gaya Street, its a chinese operated restaurant that serves pork dishes. A small single dish cost about 4 ringgit, soup top up is free. All types of pork meat & organs serves with special chinese herb soup. A MUST TRY! Man Tai Restaurant - Located in Likas, Dah Yeh Villa. They are famous for their Beaufort-style Fried Noodles. They serve chinese style ala carte dishes as well. Jothy's Fish Head Curry and Banana Leaf Restaurant - Api Api Center. An eat-with-your-hands restaurant. A chicken dish 8 ringgit, a mango lassie 4 ringgit. (Also, try the fish head curry, fish cutlets, fried fish pieces, chicken nasi briyani, assam soup and dried bitter gourd - Price N/A) Not the best Banana Leaf restaurant in Malaysia, but not bad. They'll bring you a spoon and fork, which you should politely decline. Ask for a banana leaf (for additional 50 cents) and eat with your hands. English menu. Little Italy Restaurant - Authentic and very popular Italian restaurant located with the city center, a hit with both locals and visitors alike.
Seafood in Kota Kinabalu is very popular, so getting a dose of it is a must. Here are some places to try: Ocean Seafood Restaurant - Right next to the...
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Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
 | The Magellan Sutera  |
Score 6.375 from 4 reviews | | No 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard |  |
| The Sutera Harbour Resort offers a wealth of activities to keep you occupied throughout your stay. There are water-sports to keep you busy on, under and beside the water, whilst numerous games and activities are always going on around the resort for a fun diversion. A healthy lifestyle is promoted, with many choices of sport and fitness activities available to keep you active and refreshed.
For children, this fully integrated resort also offers entertainment, facilities and activities to keep the little ones busy. Best of all, most of them are supervised, allowing mum and dad to have a welcome rest every now and then!
For a little pampering, the Mandara Spa has outlets throughout the resort, including at The Magellan Sutera itself (open daily, 10:00 to 22:00). From intoxicating aromatherapy, to the authentic Asian decor, it’s possible you may go some way towards de-stressing just by stepping into the lobby. Featuring 6 single treatment rooms for individual attention, and 6 suites for a shared experience with a friend or loved one, the Mandara Spa offers meticulous attention to detail. Originating from Bali in Indonesia, treatments and traditional beauty recipes capture the healing essence of nature, with only the finest and freshest local ingredients. Indulge with a relaxing massage, facial or reflexology; or succumb to prolonged pampering with one of the many packages that are available. ... more | | |
 | Tune Hotels.Com 1 Borneo Kota Kinabalu  |
Score 6.475 from 14 reviews | | G 803 1 Borneo Hypermall, Jalan Sulaman |  |
| Each room features high quality King Koil spring mattress beds with 250 thread-count duvets, pillows, pillowcases and bed sheets. There are also hot, high-pressure, power showers in the en suite bathrooms.
24-hour security includes electronic keycard access into rooms, CCTV cameras throughout, on-duty security guards and keycard access required for entry into hotel after 24:00.
Daily housekeeping services ensure a clean, brightly-lit environment with a minimalist, modern decor.
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 | Nexus Resort Karambunai  |
Score 8.125 from 20 reviews | | Kampung Karambunai Off Jalan Sepanfar Bay Locked Bag 100 |  |
| Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai is a full buggy course and has a clubhouse that features practice putting and chipping greens, a driving range, Golfers Lounge, Cocktail Lounge, pro shop, several conference rooms and well-appointed changing/locker rooms. Rental of golf sets and golf shoes are also available. ... more | | |
 | The Pacific Sutera  |
Score 8.125 from 4 reviews | | No 1 Sutera Harbour Boulavard |  |
| Sutera Harbour Resort boasts an impressive inventory of 956 immaculate rooms through the 456 rooms found at resort-style The Magellan Sutera and the 500 rooms found at city-style The Pacific Sutera. All rooms are meticulously furnished with views of either the South China Sea, speckled with the islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, the undulating greens of the Sutera Harbour Golf Course or the manicured gardens.
Providing Kota Kinabalu and Sabah's premier resort hotel accommodation means that staying at Sutera Harbour Resort means luxury accommodation of the highest standard. All rooms are equipped with lavish amenities, stylish finishes and oversized, plush beds making your time in the rooms, as unique and memorable as anywhere else on the resort property. ... more | | |
 | Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa  |
Score 8.825 from 9 reviews | | No 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru |  |
| Additional hotel facilities include business centre, hotel shop, florist, tour and car rental service, spa / massage service (chargeable), hairdresser and more.
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| Kuantan Airport Departure Transfer |
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Travel from your Kuantan hotel to Kuantan Airport. Choose between a shared vehicle transfer, and your own private vehicle transfer.
When making a booking, you will need to advise your flight details and your accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. 24 - 48 hours prior to your Hotel to Airport transfer, you will be required to reconfirm exact pick up times and places (the contact number will be provided on your travel voucher).
Don't forget to book your Airport to Hotel transfer!
Vehicles used:
- SHARED - Air-conditioned Minivan / Minicoach
- PRIVATE - Air-conditioned Sedan Car (1 to 2 people)
- PRIVATE - Air-conditioned Minivan (3 to 9 people)
At time of booking, YOU MUST include the following flight and hotel details:
- Departure Flight Number
- Departure Time
- Hotel Name (where you would like to be picked up from)
- Hotel Address
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| Sarawak Cultural Village |
4 hours |
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This award-winning living museum showcases Sarawak?s unique and diverse cultures in an accessible, visitor-friendly setting just 35 minutes drive from Kuching.
The seven authentic traditional buildings are set amidst a scenic 17 acre site and are populated by members of Sarawak?s many ethnic groups, going about everyday activities. These include wood and bamboo carving, beadwork, weaving, sago-making, sugar-cane crushing, pepper-growing and the preparation of bird?s nests.
Visitors can learn how to throw a Malay spinning top, shoot a Penan blowpipe or pick out a tune on an Orang Ulu sape. The tour concludes with a colourful multi-ethnic cultural performance in the village?s air-conditioned mini-theatre.
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| Island Hopping Tour from Langkawi |
4 hours |
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Begin your tour with a boat trip from Pantai Cenang and discover some amazing rock formations as the boat takes you along the coastline of many islands.
Take a brief stop at Pulau Singa Besar wildlife sanctuary, South West of Langkawi Island before heading towards the island of Pregnant Maiden Lake - its waters are believed to have magical effects on infertile women. Take a swim Pulau Beras Basah before returning to your hotel.
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