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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Seaview Capsule Hotel
LCD TV

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great hotel. "
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Massages on the beach

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (780)
"Place is nice, staff very nice but it could cleaner. Years ago it must be a wonderful place it lost potential "
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
CJ Residence
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"We had a very lovely stay, staff was very kind and welcoming. Room was clean, amenities provided. Comfortable room with everything you need. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
CJ Residence
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"My family was very happy for this trips and feel best enviroment in hotel."
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota 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, (1006)
"The location is good, right next to the water and the main night market and drinking holes."
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (201)
"Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service. "
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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 €93
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Hotel Gaia 95
Property entrance

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (190)
"Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area."
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Hotel Gaia 95
Hotel Eden54
Studio Plus

Hotel Eden54

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Eden54
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great location and friendly staff "
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Qlio Hotel
Deluxe Queen

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (54)
"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "
Qlio Hotel
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
Comfort Suite | Living area

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)
"Everything is great. Nearby many attractions."
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
Promenade Service Apartments
Family Room

Promenade Service Apartments

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Promenade Service Apartments
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Waterfront View)

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77)
"Car park gelap & berair , paip air buang bocor"
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
AJ Residence 1

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"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. "
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
The Shore by Homesuite'
Outdoor pool

The Shore by Homesuite'

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3)
"Tutto perfetto"
The Shore by Homesuite'
Api-Api Guest House
Property grounds

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
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)
"The staff were extremely helpful and attentive!. They even have powerbanks and charging cables in e room. It's also near to the airport so if you do not want to hear aeroplanes then may nt work for you. "
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (965)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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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

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Surroundings area near location (not hotel) on the kerb has lots of rubbish which really need addressing but overall at the hotel premises all good n clean."
Kwan 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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 Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.

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

Expedia has 288 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.