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Our top choices for City Mall hotels

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

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

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

2. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very nice room. Excellent breakfast one of the best we've ever had in a hotel"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

3. 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, 3 km from City Mall
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (256 reviews)
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Canada
Catherine
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

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

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3.2 km from City Mall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A neatly made bed with white linens and beige pillows in a hotel room.

5. Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz

Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
3.5 star property
2.5 km from City Mall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with lovely staff, there's an Orange store (very similar to 7 11) , an Indian restaurant and a cafe all in the vicinity. The only negative is the location as you'll have to take a Grab to travel around Kota Kinabalu."
United Kingdom
Adnan
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

6. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
3.1 km from City Mall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

7. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"New hotel located in the central of the city. Clean and good vibe. Staffs are very warm and friendly. Definitely will visit again! keep up the good work!"
Malaysia
Kim
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
A modern interior with a staircase, metal railings, and pendant lighting fixtures.

8. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

Monocolo Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
1.8 km from City Mall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Great stay,helpful staff, nice room"
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Monocolo Boutique Hotel
A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

9. Oceania Hotel

Oceania Hotel
3.0 star property
3 km from City Mall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (528 reviews)
"Convenient, accessible to all the key places in KK."
Malaysia
SYED NASIRIN
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Oceania Hotel
A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The location was close to many attractions. The hotel gym was very well equipped."
Taiwan
Joshua
The price is €26
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

11. Chimera Hotel

Chimera Hotel
3.0 star property
2.5 km from City Mall
7.8 out of 10, Good, (11 reviews)
"very clean and comfortable .. surrounding got many restaurant ,various of foods to choose. pharmacy, laundry,.mini mart also near by."
Malaysia
amco
The price is €23
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Chimera Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.

12. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall
7.6 out of 10, Good, (742 reviews)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
United Kingdom
scott
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a large chandelier.

13. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2.9 km from City Mall
7.8 out of 10, Good, (335 reviews)
"Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff "
Canada
Farzad
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a patterned floor.

14. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

Tang Dynasty Park Hotel
3.0 star property
3 km from City Mall
6.8 out of 10, (33 reviews)
"Ok ok........"
Malaysia
Guest
The price is €22
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Tang Dynasty Park Hotel
A swimming pool with a sunset view, modern buildings, and palm trees.

15. Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from City Mall
7.0 out of 10, Good, (309 reviews)
"Good place for reasonable price."
Malaysia
Mohammad Rizdun Bin
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sabah Oriental Hotel
A rooftop pool with clear blue water, white lounge chairs, and a view of the cityscape and mountains in the background.

16. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from City Mall
6.8 out of 10, (12 reviews)
"Nice place to stay with family. The facility is good with the car park. Very comfortable and convenient. The security safe and good. Will stay here again if needed. "
Thailand
Arminah Binti
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative plants.

17. DM Hotel

DM Hotel
2.5 star property
Luyang, 1 km from City Mall
6.6 out of 10, (24 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Convenient location. Many restaurants/eateries nearby. Bakeries. Sundry stores. Basically you'll get whatever you need within walking distance. If you need taxi just let the counter know and they will be happy to assist."
European Union
Anonymous traveller
The price is €22
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
DM Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

18. Lintas View Hotel

Lintas View Hotel
3.5 star property
1.8 km from City Mall
6.0 out of 10, (28 reviews)
"Great value and location. Friendly reception. Parking subsidised"
Australia
Shankaran
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Lintas View Hotel
A hallway with a reception desk, a staircase, and red lanterns.

19. 7 Hung Hung Inn

7 Hung Hung Inn
2.5 star property
Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall
6.0 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"The room is clear. There are many restaurant around the hotel."
Japan
Anonymous traveller
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
7 Hung Hung Inn
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large decorative wall piece.

20. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
4.5 star property
3 km from City Mall
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Room was clean, location was convenient."
Singapore
Mark Jian Hao
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to City Mall

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
5 reviews
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
999 reviews
View
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
256 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
View
A neatly made bed with white linens and beige pillows in a hotel room.
Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
4 reviews
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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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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 Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tabin Wildlife Reserve and Sabah Agricultural Park 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.