Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Borneo, Malaysia, Asia
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Borneo
Just 40 minutes from Kota Kinabalu airport, Shangri La Rasa Ria boasts a stunning location on Pantai Dalit beach. Surrounded by 400 acres of lush tropical vegetation, the resort offers 420 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites housed in two wings. In the Garden Wing all ground level rooms have a private lanai, accessible through the garden, whilst on the first floor, all rooms have private balconies.
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Sleep
Turquoise recommends upgrading to the recently extended Ocean Wing where 90 rooms offer private outdoor bathtubs and panoramic sea views. Ocean Wing guests also enjoy additional privileges such as a separate entrance, express check-in and out, exclusive use of a swimming pool for Ocean Wing guests only and concierge service.
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