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

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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (968)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"very good location"
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Oikos Poshtel
Interior

Oikos Poshtel

2.5 star property
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)."
Oikos Poshtel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (206)
"Good breakfast buffet."
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (695)
"I truly enjoyed my stay at this charming hotel. The atmosphere was spacious and quaint, offering a peaceful retreat while still being incredibly convenient. Its location made it easy to access all parts of Kota Kinabalu, whether for sightseeing, dining, or shopping. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the overall experience was smooth and relaxing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for comfort and accessibility in one place!"
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Outdoor pool

Sabah Oriental Hotel

3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (596)
"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"
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"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"
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Great value for the money I would definitely stay here again"
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (894)
"The facilities and room accommodation were excellent "
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Grandis Hotel
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Double Room

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"Wonderful stay, quick respond and comfy"
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
The Klagan Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
The Klagan Hotel
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"If given a chance I will still go back and use this hotel..its not like the high end ones but considering its price, Dreamtel is really good. Very convenient and even the check in and check out is very hassle free."
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (586)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Café

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Great hotel for vacation"
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK
Family Room, Sea View

Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (17)
"nice place"
Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK
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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.

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

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
jack tak hau 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

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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, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 314 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 Imago Shopping Mall. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah 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.