Kota Kinabalu Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Tomorrow
22 Nov - 23 Nov
This weekend
21 Nov - 23 Nov
Next weekend
28 Nov - 30 Nov

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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 €81
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice clean room. Very helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant
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, (210)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Interior
Oikos Poshtel

Oikos Poshtel

2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Australia
Larissa
Oikos Poshtel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera 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
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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 €120
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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 €96
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (370)
"Great value for the money I would definitely stay here again"
United States
Michael
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
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 €41
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Outdoor pool
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 €71
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

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 €107
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (896)
"Spacious rooms and great location. Starting to show it’s age though. "
Australia
Steven
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Grandis Hotel
Exterior
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (588)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Café
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (142)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Deluxe King
Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (304)
"comfortable beds & pillows"
Hong Kong SAR China
Yin Shan
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hotel Capital
Deluxe Double Room
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 €71
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Front of property – evening/night
The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Klagan Hotel
Family Room
Promenade Service Apartments

Promenade Service Apartments

2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Promenade Service Apartments
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (950)
"Staff were exceptionally friendly & helpful. Reasonable room rates for what is available. Good breakfast. Walkable to shopping atea"
Australia
Jude
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Horizon Hotel
Exterior
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"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
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.
View all properties

Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Kota Kinabalu featuring island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Likas

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Fabulous hotel in a great location, very friendly staff who couldn’t do enough for us"
Julie 5-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is steps from Imago Shopping Mall, and offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include CJ Residence and Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 333 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.
What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?
Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kompleks Asia City and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to KK Plaza or Imago Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.