To elevate your experience at Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, we will be undergoing a resort-wide enhancement project in two phases, from October 2025 to Q2 2027. We remain open and committed to delivering the warm hospitality and service you know and love.

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Renovation Overview
Phase 1
October 2025 - July 2026
Focus: New Tanjung Wing pool, new Western grill restaurant, refurbishment of Main Lobby (Tanjung Wing), Borneo Lounge and the resort driveway entrance.

Phase 2
March 2026 - Q2 2027
Focus: Refurbishment of Kinabalu Wing rooms & lobby, new family facilities, revamped recreation centres, infinity, family & baby pools, Water Play Area, Shang Palace, STAR Lounge and Hotel Shop.

Update: From August 2026, guests can enjoy the newly opened Tanjung Wing swimming pool (1.2m depth).

Which facilities will remain open?

These facilities will remain in operation during Phase 1 from October 2025 – July 2026:

• All restaurants and bars,

• Selected Tanjung Wing guest rooms and suites,

• Horizon guestrooms and the relocated Horizon Lounge,

• Kinabalu Lobby,

• All function rooms,

• Leisure Centre and the infinity, baby and family pools, water play area,

• Recreation Game room,

• Cool Zone Kids’ Club,

• Health Club and the gymnasium,

• STAR Lounge,

• Sunset Beach,

• Tennis courts,

• STAR Marina,

• Chi, The Spa,

• Hotel Shop, and

• From 1 March 2026, all Kinabalu Wing guest rooms and suites will be closed for renovation and will remain unavailable until completion in Q2 2027.

These facilities will remain in operation during Phase 2 from May 2026:

• All restaurants and bars, except Shang Palace,

• All Tanjung Wing guest rooms and suites,

• Horizon guestrooms and the relocated Horizon Lounge,

• All function rooms,

• Sunset beach,

• Tennis courts,

• STAR Marina, and

• Chi, The Spa.

• Tanjung (Main) Lobby from July 2026.

• NEW Western grill restaurant from July 2026.

• NEW Tanjung Wing swimming pool (1.2m depth) from August 2026.

• Relocated Leisure Centre from mid-October 2026.

Information and dates are subject to change.

Will dining be affected?

Borneo Lounge: Closed from December 2025 – July 2026

Horizon Lounge: Temporarily relocated during that time

Shang Palace: Closed from May – November 2026

New Western Grill: Opening July 2026

All other outlets remain open.

Will there be noise or visual impact?

Renovation work is scheduled daily from 9am to 6pm.

We will take every possible measure to mitigate disturbance, including:

• Strategic hoarding,

• Buffer zones between work areas and rooms, and

• Re-routing pathways with buggy and umbrella support.

Some noise and visual impact may be noticeable during your stay.

Will this affect my stay?

Your comfort is our priority. We are:

• Ensuring operational continuity of key guest areas, and

• Offering newly enhanced spaces progressively, including the new restaurant (July 2026) and new pool (August 2026).

Need assistance?

Please speak to our Duty Manager during your stay or check for the latest updates here.