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

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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

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, (229 reviews)
"Nice and good location!"
Canada
yang
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Signature Inn

Signature Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Great location, 24/7 security that let ut in at night. Simple room but perfect for exploring the city."
Norway
Halvor
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Signature Inn

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, (154 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Mandarin Hotel

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay here; The room and staff itself were amazing and also upgraded my room and catered to all my needs:) The only thing is that it's a bit further from the main area so you have to do a bit more walking but overall really nice"
Canada
Tanjin
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
CJ Residence

Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (306 reviews)
"Good location and close amenities."
United Kingdom
C
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hotel Capital

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"New hotel in town. Very near to imago shopping mall with lots of shops around. Place is clean."
Malaysia
Emily
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Palette Kota Kinabalu Near by Imago Shopping Mall Formerly Zara's Boutique Hotel

Palette Kota Kinabalu Near by Imago Shopping Mall Formerly Zara's Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (68 reviews)
"Lovely hotel for the rate you paid."
Malaysia
SYED NASIRIN BIN SYED ZAINOL ABIDIN
The price is €26
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Palette Kota Kinabalu Near by Imago Shopping Mall Formerly Zara's Boutique Hotel

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff."
Singapore
Kwang Zhen
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"excellent stay place 💕"
Singapore
Queia
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful."
Singapore
Peta
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Jesselton Quay Citypads

Jesselton Quay Citypads
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"The unit needs to maintain better and the aircons has to be cleaned on routinely basis. The aircons are full of dust. The windows locks need to change and some are defective. Can be improved overall"
Malaysia
Vincent
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Jesselton Quay Citypads

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"room was clean and relatively well maintained. the staff were very helpful and polite"
Malaysia
Tony
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304 reviews)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
Malaysia
Haris Shariman
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Sabah Oriental Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Room
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
36 reviews
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Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
51 reviews
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Grand Double Room
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Reception
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
154 reviews
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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.

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.

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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 Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Centre Point while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on our traveller data, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 328 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 Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Centre Point 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 Anjung Samudera, Warisan Square and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Anjung Kinabalu and Kompleks Asia City are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.