Title: Ara Dinawan Island - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6142983&destination=Kinarut%2C+Sabah%2C+Malaysia&selected=106575953&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ara Dinawan Island Travelers balance outdoor adventure with relaxation at Ara Dinawan Island, where water sports and billiards games lead to evenings by a welcoming lobby fireplace ## Photo gallery for Ara Dinawan Island ![Private beach, scuba diving - Ara Dinawan Island (Kinarut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/1b8ca007.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Ara Dinawan Island (Kinarut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/07d5b5c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Room - Ara Dinawan Island (Kinarut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/ace75b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private beach, scuba diving - Ara Dinawan Island (Kinarut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/c3375247.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sports facility - Ara Dinawan Island (Kinarut)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/58f1dac9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ara Dinawan Island offers the perfect mix of activity and downtime. Visitors can rent motorized watercraft for ocean exploration, challenge companions to billiards or arcade games, then unwind on the peaceful terrace or gather around the lobby's cozy fireplace. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - On private beach - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=106575953&PinnedHotelID=106575953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Sea View Tent ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/c8861e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Sea View Tent - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Exclusive Beach Front Family Tent ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/651fd60b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Beach Front Family Tent - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Executive Beach Front Tent ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106580000/106576000/106575953/w448h590x0y5-6684b9fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Beach Front Tent - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Kinarut travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kinarut.dx6142983) [View more Resorts in Kinarut](https://www.expedia.ca/Kinarut-Resort-Hotels.d6142983-aaResortHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.84525%2C115.99188&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CbrKYzfd2mHVHwc4KZU-9T17N7A=) Dinawan Island, Sabah, Kinarut, Sabah, 89500 ### Restaurants - Beringgis River Side - D'Soka - Warung Junior Baba - Anjung Soka Cafe - Restoran Tom Yam D'Aisy ## About this property ### Ara Dinawan Island Property highlights A terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Ara Dinawan Island. Guests can also expect to find a fireplace in the lobby and a snack bar/deli. 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special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### Property is also known as Ara Dinawan Island Resort Ara Dinawan Island Kinarut Ara Dinawan Island Resort Kinarut ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking? ### Where is Ara Dinawan Island located? ## Have a question? 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