More about hotels in Menggatal
Menggatal is situated in the region of Sabah. Manggatal is a Malaysian town and sub-district on the west coast of Sabah. It is an outskirt of the state capital, Kota Kinabalu, and is under the jurisdiction of Kota Kinabalu City Hall. With the expansion of Kota Kinabalu, Menggatal has been absorbed into the metropolitan area. Among the developments here include Universiti Malaysia Sabah and the huge retail development of 1Borneo Hypermall. Menggatal located along Jalan Tuaran, which is the main road leading north from Kota Kinabalu city centre. The name "Manggatal" derives from the Malay words "mangga" (mango) gatal, which means 'itch mangos'. During the World War II, Manggatal is also the base where the Kinabalu Guerillas led by Albert Kwok actively operating to fight the Japanese. Manggatal was originally populated by native Dusuns. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this native population was supplemented by Chinese migrants, most of them were Hakkas.
How to Get There
By Plane
There are non-stop flights to Kota Kinabalu provided by Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia and Malindo Air. From airport you may take taxi or drive to Menggatal where the journey takes 26 minutes’ drive from airport.
By Bus
If you travel from Kota Kinabalu you can take bus or minibus at Wawasan Bus Terminal located in the city center to reach Menggatal.
By Ferry
Visitors from Labuan, Indonesia and Philippines can arrive in Sabah by Sea. From Kota Kinabalu Ferry Terminal you can take taxi, uber or grab car to reach Menggatal.
Tourist Attractions
Kokol Hill
If you want to get the best view of Mount Kinabalu and the view of Sunset together you may spend time at Kokol Hill for panoramic view of Kota Kinabalu on west and the magnificent Mount Kinabalu on the east. Kokol Hill sits on the Crocker Range. It is just located only 1 hour drive away from Kota Kinabalu City and 30 minutes’ drive from Menggatal Town. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, you will have a great escape to relax and unwind. Kokol Hill also offers paragliding and nature activities such as bird watching in a cooling environment.
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
The Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is the second main mosque in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, after State Mosque in Sembulan. The mosque was officially opened on 2 February 2000 following a proclamation of the city status of Kota Kinabalu. The architectural design is based on the Nabawi Mosque, the second holiest site in Islam, in Medina, Saudi Arabia. The dome is blue and gold, inspired by similar Arabic architecture. The mosque is a common tourist destination and included in several tours and also a common destination for photographers.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
Gaya Street Sunday Market located in the Kota Kinabalu Central Business District has been the center of business for over a hundred years. Visitor may spend time at Gaya Street Sunday Market to buy local handmade product like batik sarongs, fruits and flowers, arts and craft, footwear, antiques and souvenirs, cakes, pets and herbs. This is the best place to experience the cross-section of the local population when entire families enjoy a Sunday outing.
Mari-Mari Cultural Village
Mari Mari Cultural Village located deep in the countryside away from the modern and developing Kota Kinabalu city. The village operates as a museum that preserves Borneo ethnic culture. Visitors have the opportunity to see and experience the culture and lifestyle on how the indigenous ethnic groups of Borneo used to live in the olden days when electricity had not yet been introduced in their land.
Sabah State Museum
Sabah State Museum was built in 1985, the Museum complex is sited where then British North Borneo Governor's Istana was once located. The Museum consists of the Main Building, Science and Education Centre, Heritage Village, Sabah Art Gallery and Museum of Islamic Civilization. There is a Heritage Village on the Museum grounds where you can enter and experience different types of traditional houses of the various indigenous groups of Sabah. Cultural activities are held here from time to time.
Hotels
Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo
Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo is located within the 1 Borneo shopping complex, the largest in East Malaysia. This 3 star hotel has a very good location and nearby to many tourist destinations such as University Malaysia Sabah and 1Borneo Hyper mall within 1.27km while Tun Mustapha Tower and Borneo Marine Research Institute is within 5km. This hotel provides wide range of facilities as well as great services to guests.
Grand Borneo Hotel
Grand Borneo Hotel located in Menggatal, is an ideal point of departure for your excursions in Menggatal. Only 13.3km away, this 3 star hotel can be easily accessed from the airport. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s main destination.
