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The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100
  • Place, Sutera Harbour
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Imago Shopping Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gleneagles Hospital
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Sea View King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Garden View King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Garden View King | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Garden View King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Sea View King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Club Marina View King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 640 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Magellan Executive Suite King | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Executive Suite King

  • Sea view
  • 1032 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Magellan Club Suite King | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Club Suite King

  • Sea view
  • 1604 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Executive Suite King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Garden View Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Garden View Twin

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Sea View Twin

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Club Marina View Twin

  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Magellan Club Sea View King | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Club Sea View King

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Club Sea View Twin

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Magellan Executive Suite Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Executive Suite Twin

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Magellan Club Suite Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Magellan Club Suite Twin

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu within a short walk of Sutera Harbour, The Magellan Sutera Resort is within a mile (2 km) of Imago Shopping Mall. This 456-room, 5-star resort has a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Located centrally in Kota Kinabalu, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Gleneagles Hospital and Sabah State Mosque.
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What's nearby

  • Sutera Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gleneagles Hospital - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Centre Point - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 5 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sutera Harbour Resort - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Al Fresco - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Grill Fish - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Breeze Beach Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peniel Delicacy - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. There's free parking and a beach shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach resort include an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and bidets. Minibars, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also standard.
A private beach, a golf course, 3 outdoor tennis courts, and 2 indoor tennis courts are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Mandara Spa has 12 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open select days.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 80 for adults and MYR 40 for children

Things to do

  • 2 indoor tennis courts
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Tennis lessons
  • Volleyball
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 12 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests must present proof vaccination and of Low Risk status on the MySejahtera mobile app at check-in.

All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in. Valid passport is accepted.

Guests booked in a "(Residence of Malaysia Only)" room type must present a Malaysia Resident ID/PR at check-in. The property reserves the right to amend the rate if valid proof is not provided.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 180.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 80 for adults and MYR 40 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 180.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Magellan Resort

Magellan Sutera

Magellan Sutera Kota Kinabalu

Magellan Sutera Resort

Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu

Sutera Magellan

Sutera Magellan Resort

Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera

The Magellan Sutera Resort Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort Resort Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

The Magellan Sutera Resort provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Magellan Sutera Resort on Jun 5, 2026 start from $130, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around The Magellan Sutera Resort?

This resort is situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, just steps from Sutera Harbour. You'll also find Imago Shopping Mall and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is a spa located at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

Mandara Spa is the resort's spa and services include hot stone massages, couples treatments, and hydrotherapy. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Are there luxury amenities available at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, a private beach, and 2 indoor tennis courts at this resort.

Does The Magellan Sutera Resort feature a casino?

No, The Magellan Sutera Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this resort, including a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa.

Does The Magellan Sutera Resort have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this resort.

Does The Magellan Sutera Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Magellan Sutera Resort offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Magellan Sutera Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Magellan Sutera Resort.

Does The Magellan Sutera Resort have connecting rooms available?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this resort for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Magellan Sutera Resort?

The closest major airport to The Magellan Sutera Resort is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is 4.4 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Magellan Sutera Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this resort offer a balcony where guests can enjoy sea and garden views.

Does The Magellan Sutera Resort host weddings?

There are wedding services available at The Magellan Sutera Resort if that's in your vacation plans.

The Magellan Sutera Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything good and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuen Yee Queenie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near to airport, beautiful resort, family friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is fine but I’d say very much surface style over substance.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hidayah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and very good customer service especially from the front desk,which i can thank enough to help me solve some of difficult face during my stay!!worth for money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tired - if it’s a 3 star then that’s okay but it’s priced far more expensively. It is convenient for the airport - 15mins. Rooms are just worn out
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great view. Lots of dining options. Pools not crowded.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

AZARINA

Liked: Amenities
Overall it was a good stay however I extended my stay for another night and the walk-in rate was RM800 or about USD200. For USD200, I expect the best from this hotel but the stay was not worth this rate. Wifi connection kept cutting off, the plumbing fixtures leak in the bath tub and to the toilet washlet. Lap pool could had algae on the drain along the perimeter of the pool. Staff however was really great. Breakfast food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEONGHOON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great workers, great food, brilliant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

SUNG-WON

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room that we first received was terrible. It was really smelly and could not stay in more than an hourl
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YIN MAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby is huge, nice environment, had snorkeling and golf course in hotel, very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Siswati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious and wide choice The children love sandcastles building by the sea Double bed was clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHEA CHIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel!

Wonderful hotel with nice view nice lounge! A must to book with Magellan Executive Suite to enjoy private breakfast and free Hi Tea session. The food is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with amazing views of the ocean. Lovely private beach within the resort which is ideal for children. The hotel staff were courteous, welcoming and ever ready to assist. True Sabahan hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rajapillai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Magellan Club breakfast and high tea
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice sea view.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

MINWOOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and good. but a bit far from downtown to look around aften
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHUNGSIK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has very good view. It's convenient to tour islands.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Li Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay

It was just one night but it was excellent from the moment we check in to the time we checked out. Staff were friendly, great location, clean and breakfast spread was superb too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHURLYONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GOOD ANYTHING
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Byung Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good overall. Nice place for family vacation. The resort itself is a bit old so the room u r going to stay at is not that fancy but clean enough so it serves its purpose for the family trip. All the staff are nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

JOONGWOO

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good choice for family trip

wide variety of swimming pool, wide garden with excellent view, well- managed spacious room as well. Good for a family with kids. But seems that the renovation in full scale is necessary since there are many parts and places seems very old.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

AZARINA

For the rate that this hotel charge (walk in rate was RM800) the hotel could do better in the following areas: 1. Wifi connection kept cutting off 2. Limited TV channel options. Poor TV resolution 3. Algae in the perimeter drain of the lap pool 4. Leaking plumbing fixtures in bathtub and at the valve to the toilet 5. Not up to 5 star hotel cleanliness 6. Air conditioner was out at their Strikers Bowl but luckily the first game (the only game we played was complimentary). Had to switch to different lanes several times because of malfunctions. Pros: 1. Staff was excellent and courteous 2. Breakfast options were excellent 3. Experience at Mandara Spa was excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hyunjun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some facilities are old. But not uncomfortable. View at the resort is really excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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