Surprisingly Different... The hallmark of Alila is the combination of innovative design and luxury in unique locations, set apart by an unprecedented level of private space, crafted artisanship, personalized hospitality, and bespoke learning journeys. Alila means “Surprise” in Sanskrit, which suitably describes the refreshing character of our properties and impressions of our guests when they stay with us. In support of sustainable tourism, Alila hotels adopt EarthCheck operating standards, integrating the natural, physical and cultural elements of their environments. To stay at any of Alila's hotels & resorts is to embark on a destination experience – be it in recreating the flavors of the local cuisine, enhancing your well-being through ancient healing arts or the thrill of adventure sports, you will re-discover the luxury of living at Alila. Located along Sabah’s scenic west coast overlooking the South China Sea, an idyllic setting 28km north of the capital city of Kota Kinabalu and within close proximity of many world class attractions such as Mount Kinabalu, one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia and a UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alila Dalit Bay fronts a stunning 2-km long white sandy beach offering magnificent unobstructed sea views and breathtaking sunsets, while a nearby mangrove forest provides a pristine haven for migrating birds, land and marine life.
