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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall

Michaela

€78

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3 km from City Mall

Genya

€60

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.

3. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 3.2 km from City Mall

Ganesh

€34

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

4. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

3.1 km from City Mall

Kevin

€64

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with a prominent 'Monocolo' sign, featuring a staircase leading to the entrance and a well-lit facade.

A modern interior with a staircase, metal railings, and pendant lighting fixtures.

A staircase with metal railings and a brick wall with a geometric pattern.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a small table.

5. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

1.8 km from City Mall

Thomas

€37

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, featuring large windows and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.

6. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall

Kim

€54

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter area, and pendant lighting.

A hotel hallway with doors on both sides, numbered signs, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a round mirror, and a wall with a wave design.

7. Oceania Hotel

3 km from City Mall

Jane

€45

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall

Joshua

€33

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

A shower with a handheld showerhead and a wall-mounted control panel.

A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'City Express' and a visible 'KINABALU SPORTS' sign.

9. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall

Imran

€41

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a large chandelier.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a large painting on the wall.

10. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2.9 km from City Mall

Farzad

€62

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lounge with a city view, multiple seating areas, and a large screen displaying a presentation.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.

A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

11. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall

scott

€35

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

12. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

3 km from City Mall

Guest

€23

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A swimming pool with a sunset view, modern buildings, and palm trees.

A multi-level atrium with a grand staircase, large columns, and a spacious lobby area.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a large decorative light fixture, and a view of the kitchen area.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

13. Sabah Oriental Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from City Mall

Mohammad Rizdun Bin

€38

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rooftop pool with clear blue water, white lounge chairs, and a view of the cityscape and mountains in the background.

A restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs. There are decorative lights and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

14. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from City Mall

Arminah Binti

€39

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative plants.

A multi-story building with a prominent "DM HOTEL" sign on the ground floor.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, red lanterns, and a sign reading "012 HOTEL".

15. DM Hotel

Luyang, 1 km from City Mall

Anonymous traveller

€26

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern interior with a large, abstract, woven sculpture and a visible elevator.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a potted plant, and a view of a building.

An aerial view of a hotel with a large, clear blue pool surrounded by greenery and modern architecture.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large decorative wall piece.

16. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

3 km from City Mall

Mark Jian Hao

€67

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, equipped with water bottles and papers, and a projector screen.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a projector screen, and a podium.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a wall-mounted TV.

17. Lintas View Hotel

1.8 km from City Mall

Shankaran

€25

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hallway with a reception desk, a staircase, and red lanterns.

A hallway with two elevators, a trash can, and a door with a lightning bolt sign.

A room with a dining table, chairs, an air conditioning unit, a door, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.

18. 7 Hung Hung Inn

Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall

Anonymous traveller

€19

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a striped curtain.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a television mounted on the wall, and a car visible through the window.

A hotel hallway with a wooden door on the left, a sign indicating the direction to the kitchen, and a staircase on the right.

A reception area with a Coca-Cola refrigerator, a reception desk, and two chairs.

19. Summer Hotel

Kampung Air, 2.9 km from City Mall

Harajuku

€23

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

Two single beds with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a dark-colored wall.

The entrance to a hotel with a reception desk, a glass partition, and two wooden chairs outside.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade and large windows.

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading "Hotel B Hotel" and a no-smoking sign.

20. One Hotel Sadong Jaya

3 km from City Mall

Anonymous traveller

€26

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to City Mall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 240 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay	8.8 Excellent 16 reviews	View
Monocolo Boutique Hotel	8.4 Very good 10 reviews	View

Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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"

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Try not get be placed on low floors... love the big room but its way too close to ground floor pool people can see ur room"

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff good location"

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"

Monocolo Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Quiet hotel that is by the main road. Doesn't serve breakfast, but has a cafe that opens rather late IMO. Was told at the opposite side of the road has a food stall that sells nice fried noodles, but I didn't try. Sufficient parking space. Provides basic anemities which was nice."

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "

Other attractions near City Mall

Bukit Padang

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Padang during your travels in Kota Kinabalu. Amble within the natural setting or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Tabin Wildlife Reserve

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tabin Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Sabah Agricultural Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sabah Agricultural Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Sabah Art Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sabah Art Gallery in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Aquascape Center

Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at Aquascape Center during your holiday to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Likas Stadium

7.8/10 (56 reviews)

Catch an event at Likas Stadium during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Likas Sports Complex

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Likas Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Kompleks Karamunsing

7.8/10 (48 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Kompleks Karamunsing. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Mall?

City Mall is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkelling and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to City Mall?

MB Budget Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from City Mall. Another good option is DM Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to City Mall?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from City Mall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Mall, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to City Mall.

What can I see and do near City Mall?

Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Local parks like Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Tabin Wildlife Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Orchid De Villa.

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Our top choices for City Mall hotels

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

3. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

4. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

5. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

6. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

7. Oceania Hotel

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

9. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

10. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

11. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

12. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

13. Sabah Oriental Hotel

14. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

15. DM Hotel

16. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

17. Lintas View Hotel

18. 7 Hung Hung Inn

19. Summer Hotel

20. One Hotel Sadong Jaya

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Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Monocolo Boutique Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Other attractions near City Mall

Bukit Padang

Tabin Wildlife Reserve

Sabah Agricultural Park

Sabah Art Gallery

Aquascape Center

Likas Stadium

Likas Sports Complex

Kompleks Karamunsing

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