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

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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 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 €33
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

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 reviews)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Room is clean and nee"
Singapore
Kim-Foo
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

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, (146 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and bathroom, hot water in shower works and water pressure is gd. Convenient location"
Singapore
Lai Lee
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"clean"
Malaysia
Nur Azrin
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
CJ Residence

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"No toiletaries even basic body shampoo. So loud the plane every hour from 6am till midnight 1am thorough the day btaking off or landing. Very bad soundproof, even next door talk softly on the phone you can hear so clearly. Water not going down when shower and in sink Cutlery only 1 pair and still have lipstick stain on the cup. "
Malaysia
Chee Hong
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"Well priced. Would like to have stayed longer. The toaster didn't work and the toilet was blocked. "
Australia
Eileen
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

ACJ Residence

ACJ Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Room was very clean. I enjoyed the stay and had good sleep before climbing Mount Kinabalu. I would like to recommend this hotel to others."
Japan
Yuta
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
ACJ Residence

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"I was worried because the residence doesn’t have a reception, but communication was excellent, and the staff are nearby to respond quickly. The staff are very friendly, and the room is extremely clean and tidy. There are many places to visit nearby, so the location is great. It was the best accommodation."
South Korea
??
The price is €29
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
AC Residence

Hotel Eden54

Hotel Eden54
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322 reviews)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Hotel Eden54

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"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 €142
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Deco Home Imago The Loft

Deco Home Imago The Loft
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Location great. Apartment very spacious but poorly maintained and not properly cleaned. 2 aircon not working and 1 was repaired. Front door handle feel off the first time we opened it."
Australia
Roger
Deco Home Imago The Loft
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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 Kota Kinabalu Central Market 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 AC Residence.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 327 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, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market 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.