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Our top choices for Api-api Centre hotels

Family Room
Promenade Service Apartments

Promenade Service Apartments

Promenade Service Apartments
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.6 out of 10, (453)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Promenade Service Apartments
Exterior
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (590)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.0 out of 10, (15)
"fantastic"
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court
Property grounds
Api-Api Guest House

Api-Api Guest House

Api-Api Guest House
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"Clean room"
Malaysia
Augustine
Api-Api Guest House
Front of property
Most Luxurious Penthouse

Most Luxurious Penthouse

Most Luxurious Penthouse
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
Most Luxurious Penthouse
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. However, this is an older hotel and for a similar price you could stay at some of the newer hotels in KK."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (372)
"Friendly and helpful staff, good amenities, convenient location"
Australia
FOON
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Helpful staff"
Singapore
GRAHAM ANDREW
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (181)
"Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience "
Australia
Anwag
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
Malaysia
Haris Shariman
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Sabah Oriental Hotel
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"great hospitality "
Malaysia
SITIE ASHYURRAH
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

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 €270
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Gayana Marine Resort
Exterior
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Comfortable stay at Dreamtel. Breakfast was good, staff was service-minded, and room was nice. The hotel has a central location. Good value for money."
Denmark
Anonymous traveller
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
Australia
Elise
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
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Trip time! Discover the local cuisine and seaside in Api-api Centre.

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Nice pit stop. Food reasonably priced but service is slow. If u r hungry avoid this place. Shown here is beef burger with mushroom.
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Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Very kind and polite"
KYEONG HEE 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

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The price is €28 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
€28
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
6/10 (1 review)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Api-api Centre?
Promenade Service Apartments is a favourite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Api-Api Guest House is another favourite option for your trip based on traveller reviews. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Api-api Centre.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Api-api Centre has to offer?
Hotel O Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk: This holiday home rental outside of Api-api Centre has air conditioning and a TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Another good choice for your trip to Api-api Centre is TT #2 Kota Kinabalu Town/2Rooms 7px/Waterfront/Gayastreet/Api-api apt/2hse14pax. See all vacation rentals in Api-api Centre.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Api-api Centre, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Api-api Centre.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Api-api Centre?
Tang Dynasty Hotel is a top hotel with a children's pool, an outdoor pool and LED TVs. View all hotels with pools in Api-api Centre.
What's it like to stay in Api-api Centre?
Budget-minded travellers will find good deals in Api-api Centre, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the shopping, restaurants and seaside. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cafés, bars and local tours. In Api-api Centre, there are 25 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Api-api Centre.
What is there to see in Api-api Centre?
Places to visit in the wider area include Centre Point, Imago Shopping Mall and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You'll also find KK Plaza and Gaya Street Sunday Market in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Api-api Centre guide.
What's the weather like in Api-api Centre?
The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Api-api Centre are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 254 mm of rainfall.

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