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11 Oct - 12 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu 5-star hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

1. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
HEIDI
€83
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A beachside bar with outdoor seating, palm trees, and string lights.
A golf course with a water body, trees, and a mountain in the background.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United Kingdom
Eleanor
€137
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
€89
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
€180
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
€100
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".

6. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
€115
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
€221
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
€98
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
€83
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.
An aerial view of a resort with a marina, golf course, and hotel buildings.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
€96
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

11. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
Australia
Nikko
€290
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.
An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
€136
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
United States
Eric
€388
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
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Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
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10/10 Excellent
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
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10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
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10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
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