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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

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
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 €32
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
CJ Residence
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
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 €25
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Hotel Gaia 95
Promenade Service Apartments
Marina Court Duplex Penthouse

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
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Promenade Service Apartments
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
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 €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Reception

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"Great location at Gaya Street with night market & morning market selling many interesting foodstuffs and wares. Convenient as many dining shops nearby with Chinese, Malay & Western food easily available. Hotel is clean & eco-friendly with hospitable staff. Will definitely stay here again."
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
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 €30
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hotel Eden54
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, (194)
"Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service. "
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Hotel 17
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Hotel 17

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (9)
"New, clean and conveniently located. "
Hotel 17
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 €37
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Hotel 7 Suria
Premier Double Room | View from room

Hotel 7 Suria

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (118)
"Great hotel! We stayed there twice during our trip to Mount Kinabalu. The room was nice sized, bathroom was perfect and breakfast was good. Will stay again when in KK. "
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Hotel 7 Suria
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 €139
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
The Pacific Sutera 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
Signature Inn
Reception

Signature Inn

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"This was a good hotel for the price. It was spacious and definitely convenient with all shops and dining. Only thing I didn’t like is in order to enter the staff have to buzz you in. "
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Signature Inn
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Minimalist King Suite

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Clean and nice hotel"
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
OYO 1159 Hotel New Sabah
Lobby sitting area

OYO 1159 Hotel New Sabah

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (8)
"Walking distance to pier to outer islands. Also night market and boardwalk. Good central location. Ask for alley side not Main Street side due to traffic noise. Staff was very nice. WiFi was strong. "
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
OYO 1159 Hotel New Sabah
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, (132)
"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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 €73
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
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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 map

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 map

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 map

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.

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

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.

Likas map

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

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our recent stay. The highlights were: absolutely wonderful staff, some of the best food as well as variety for breakfast a d dinner in the club lounge, a great pool and plenty of shaded sun lounges, fantastic live music Wed. to Sat. And great location."
alison 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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 AC Residence and CJ Residence.

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

Expedia has 285 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.