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5 Star Hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (195)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
Singapore
Kee Huat
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent hotel service!"
Singapore
Christopher
The price is €199
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice clean room. Very helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (974)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (505)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is €271
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is €278
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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What are the best 5-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Kota Kinabalu?
Outstanding guest service is at the heart of every 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu. From the minute you arrive, staff attend to your every need, whether recommending activities or providing in-room massage treatments. In addition, hotels have to offer upscale conveniences to obtain a 5-star rating. These can include deluxe baths, a wellness centre, pools, fine dining kitchens and knowledgeable concierge.

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