OVERVIEW
Set within Sabah, Malaysian
Borneo, a destination easily accessible via most major Asian cities, Nexus
Resort Karambunai nestles upon the sandy fringes of the spectacular Karambunai
peninsula, 30kms Northeast of Kota Kinabalu city, the state's capital, and 40kms
away from the International Airport.
The 3,335 acres of natural and
landscaped surroundings create a perfect background for all 485 well-appointed
guestrooms, suites and luxury villas, eight restaurants and bars and an almost
endless array of leisure and recreational activities.
The award-winning 18-hole
championship golf course and an exclusive Borneo Spa complement the superb
facilities of this magnificent resort. The Nexus Resort Karambunai ... Some say
it's Heaven
ADDRESS
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked
Bag 100, 88993 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
LOCATION
Situated on the spectacular
Karambunai Peninsula, upon 3,335 acres of natural and landscaped surrounds, the
resort is just 30 minutes from Kota Kinabalu city, the capital and gateway to
Sabah, and only 40 minutes from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and Terminal
2 Kota Kinabalu. Transfers to the resort can easily be arranged by coach,
private limousine or taxi.
INFORMATION
Check-in time - 14:00hrs
Check-out time - 12:00hrs
ROOMS
All 485 guestrooms are tastefully
furnished with options of panoramic views of the South China Sea horizon or the
beautifully manicured golf course and lush million-year old rainforest. Each
guestroom comes equipped with exclusive designer amenities and is beautifully
furnished in subtle, complimentary earth tones, further enhancing the luxurious
ambience of the resort.
Room features include:-
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Facsimile/computer modem
outlet
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Dual line IDD telephone
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Free broadband internet
access
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Individually controlled
air-conditioning
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Electronic safe box
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Minibar
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Tea & coffee making
facilities
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Colour TV with satellite
programmes and in-house movies
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Multi-channel radio
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Hairdryer
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Electronic bedside light
panel and alarm
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Insect repellent
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Robe
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Slippers
Ocean Wing
Deluxe
The 5-storey 243 rooms
resort-themed building offers guests panoramic views of the ocean, the white
sandy beach and the botanical gardens. Access to all guestrooms at every floor
is through an open corridor. Meandering like a restful Rungus longhouse, the
Ocean Wing was built to complement the serene village charm of Borneo Villa. As
with the Borneo Villa rooms, each Ocean Wing room features a private balcony or
verandah.
Size of Room : 9.75 metres
x 4.5 metres
Size of Balcony : 1.65 metres
x 4.5 metres
Borneo Wing
Deluxe
Luxurious accommodation at
Nexus Resort Karambunai include 236 rooms at the villa-style Borneo Wing,
located in 7 clusters of 2-storey “kampung” like buildings that are surrounded
by a large botanical garden of tropical flora. Units are oriented either to the
golf fairways, gardens or Karambunai beach and South China Sea. Each room is
exquisitely furnished in solid wood accents and restful earth tones with a
private balcony or terrace. The ambience is further accentuated with usage of
local carved wood such as Nyatoh and Borneo rattan.
Size of Room : 9 metres
x 4.5 metres
Size of Balcony : 2 metres
x 4.5 metres
Pool Villa
Blending harmonously with nature,
each Pool Villa of exotic Borneo design fronts several views-the ocean, lagoons,
waterway or rainforest. Each Villa is enhanced with a serene outdoor garden,
private pavillion and soothing water features.
Spa Suite
In tranquil ambience of soft
rippling waters and panaromic greens, enjoy a step back to nature. These
luxurious abodes are specially created in low density design and serviced by
private lifts.
The newly opened wing of
2-bedroom duplex Pool Villas and 1- and 2-bedroom Spa Suites located about 2km
from the main Nexus Resort wing is an oasis of luxury living. The Pool Villa has
a lap pool, spacious living and dining area and a private garden. A master
bedroom, second bedroom with 2 single beds and a fully equipped kitchen gives
you the complete privacy and flexibility of a home-away-from-home.
The Spa Suites are cozy dens
created specially in low density design and serviced by private lifts. The
balcony affords breath-taking views of the ocean and surrounding rainforest.
A pool bar, Dive One, offers
light meals and beverage. Or you can opt for a private BBQ at your villa for
between 4 to 20 persons. Please enquire at the Reception Desk upon check-in.
A scheduled complimentary shuttle
service provides transport from the Villas & Suites to the main wing where
guests have access to restaurants and bars, sports and recreational activities.
Complimentary shuttle service is also available to the Lagoon Park.
FACILITIES &
SERVICES
An extensive
range of services and facilities is available at the resort to cater for both
your business and leisure needs. These include:-
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24-Hour
Room Service
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24-Hour
Security
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Baby
Sitting / Child Care
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Conference
Facilities
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Daily City
Shuttle Service Facilities For The Disabled
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Foreign
Exchange Counter
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Gift Shop
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Hair Salon
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Hotel
Convenience Store
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Laundry &
Dry Cleaning
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Limousine &
Car Rental Services
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Parking
Facilities
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Postal /
Courier Service
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Safe
Deposit Box
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Shopping
Arcade
Catering to the endless leisure
and recreational needs of our guests, attention to details include provision of
a wide and exciting range of facilities including three freeform swimming pools,
Jacuzzi, a gymnasium, squash and tennis courts, the Borneo Spa, a children’s
club and playground, a 75-acre nature park as well as water-sports, sea and
river activities at the resort’s Lagoon Park. Not forgotten, our younger guests
are also kept in the fray of activity with The Nexie Club, open daily for
children between the ages of 4 to 11 years, with activities that include
colouring contests, story-telling, origami, art lessons and lots more. Given the
world of recreational options available at the resort, it is a small wonder that
our guests are kept contentedly distracted in the pursuit of leisure and total
relaxation
S&R Centre
The Sports and Recreation Centre
coordinates all leisure and recreational activities, from indoor to outdoor and
from land to sea. Located along the resort’s shopping arcade, the spacious
Centre also features several high-speed internet computer stations, game
machines, pool tables, mahjong, carrom and touch football games.
Swimming Pool
Three large meandering, free-form
swimming pools of various depths for adults and children and an outdoor Jacuzzi
create a big splash with the guests. Sun loungers and umbrellas dot the
poolside, a favourite location for sun-seekers. The nearby Splashes Pool Bar is
kept constantly busy with drinks and snacks orders from all around the pools.
Lagoon Park
Nestled on the spectacular edge
of the Karambunai Peninsula and only moments away from the resort, the Lagoon
Park is a water sport enthusiast’s dream come true. It is the ideal place for
everything from water skiing, jet skiing and kayaking, to river cruises and
sport fishing. The extensive range of equipment and facilities available is
enhanced by the friendly and knowledgeable Lagoon Park team. The resort offers
complimentary hourly, return shuttle service to the Lagoon Park.
Nature Park
The 75-acre Nature Park provides
visitors with an opportunity to experience nature within the splendour of a
million-year-old rainforest. Guided jungle treks to the top reveal a vantage
viewpoint of the stunning Karambunai peninsula with a few flora and fauna
discoveries en route.
Gymnasium
The gymnasium houses a
comprehensive array of fitness and health equipment and also caters for personal
one-on-one training sessions.
Tennis Court
Outdoor tennis courts provide
ample opportunities for racquet recreation, complimented by night lighting,
which allows for play well into the evening.
Squash Court
Located next to the gymnasium,
the squash court opens daily from 7.00am to 9.00pm with equipment rental
provided.
Nexie Club
Creating daily fun and interest
for the resort’s younger guests, aged between 4 and 11 years old, Nexie Club
offers a delightful range of activities to keep them entertained.
Borneo Spa
The Borneo Spa inspires
relaxation, rejuvenation and a harmonious equilibrium of body, mind and spirit
through holistic treatments drawn from age-old traditions of natural healing
from both the East and West. Evoking the spirit of Borneo, the Borneo Spa
features its own private label blends of pure essential oils in aromatherapy
massages, facials and signature treatments. Fourteen therapy rooms, including 2
double rooms for couples who want to enjoy a massage together, each with its own
private shower, a health bar, separate male and female Jacuzzi, sauna and steam
bath facilities within 9633 square feet (895 sq meters), offer a wondrous
respite from the outside world. Rustic cabanas on the resort’s beach front
offer an alternative alfresco massage environment, adding the element of the sea
to your massage experience. The Borneo Spa is inspired by Nexus Resort
Karambunai – A tranquil haven for the senses...
Nexus Golf Karambunai
Undulating across a series of
small lakes, waterways and hillocks, amidst a panoramic expanse of natural and
landscaped surroundings, the Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai captivates golfers
with breathtaking views of Karambunai Beach, the South China Sea and Mount
Kinabalu. Set against the backdrop of a 130-million year old tropical rainforest
along its eastern edges, the par 72, 18-hole international championship golf
course was designed by renowned golfing architect Ronald Fream. 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.
MEETINGS &
EVENTS
Set amidst an
exciting Southeast Asian destination that nestles on the edges of wild Borneo
and easily accessible via direct or one-stop daily flights from most Asian
capitals, the Nexus Resort Karambunai makes for an ideal M.I.C.E. getaway.
Making this
paradise an exceptional and incomparable M.I.C.E. haven is a luxurious Grand
Ballroom and 8 exquisite meeting rooms with a total covered space of 2745 sq.
meters and unlimited outdoor space upon the resort’s 3,335 acres of landscaped
and natural surroundings.
In addition,
the facilities are complemented by the dedicated services of a team of
professional M.I.C.E. specialists who work hand in hand with conference planners
and organizers to ensure that each itinerary and every detail on their programme
is meticulously executed
Staying in Nexus Resort Karambunai will also prove to be a gastronomic
experience of a lifetime. Whether you fancy a quick snack by the pool or a
romantic candle light dinner in one of our fine restaurants, the variety of food
and the excellent service will make each meal a unique experience. The food and
beverage outlets awaiting to serve you are :
A spacious restaurant with sweeping views of the garden and swimming pools that
features hearty buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a twist towards the
extraordinary every other evening. Theme dinners compliment an extensive a la
carte menu of Asian and cosmopolitan specialties. A live cooking station, in
addition to various buffet selections, blends international cuisine with an
interactive dining experience.
Start your day with a cosmopolitan breakfast buffet of Asian and western
favourites; then savour delicious Malaysian cuisine or sumptuous Seafood on
hearty dinner buffets on alternating evenings, whilst serenaded by the resort’s
strolling musicians. Live cooking stations enhance each dining experience.
Located just off the main lobby, The Horizon lounge presents a pleasant and
charming corner from which to enjoy relaxing drinks and light snacks, whilst
soaking in beautiful views of the landscaped gardens and pool area. Lounge
musicians jazz up each tropical evening, keeping guests entertained with their
lively music.
An exceptional restaurant that showcases Sze Chuan and Cantonese cuisines at its
finest, Noble House is a harmonious blend of excellent service and award-winning
gastronomy. Its delectable, signature Dim Sum specialties, available during
breakfast and lunch, are acknowledged by many as the best in town.
Rated as one of Malaysia's best restaurants several years in a row by high
society magazine Malaysian Tatler, Olives enchants diners with its superb
Mediterranean cuisine, luxurious setting and selection of fine wines from all
over the world. A distinctive wine room, subtle lounge music and outstanding
service lends to each unforgettable dining experience
The perfect place to top off each evening at, with a long, live deejay music and
a lively, energetic resident band to rock the night away! Private karaoke rooms
with a library of more than 2000 songs will keep even the most avid amateur, or
most accomplished, singers busy all night! Splashes Pool Bar Start your day
with a big splash! Enjoy a bevy of refreshing drinks and cocktails and delicious
snacks as you soak up warm tropical rays amidst relaxing and laidback poolside
surrounds.
Everyone’s ultimate dream of a Sunset, set upon the fringes of a long, white
sand beach with sweeping views of brilliant blue seas and spectacular sunsets.
Top that off with cool, refreshing drinks, made to order pizzas, char-grilled
favourites and delicious cocktails.