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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Central Market hotels

Outdoor pool

1. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)

2. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 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
28 Jun - 29 Jun
CJ Residence
Grand Double Room

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
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 €37
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Living area

4. Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Signel Hostel
Restaurant

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Lounge

6. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
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 €51
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, good service, stunning ocean view"
United States
Bo
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

8. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Deluxe King

9. Qlio Hotel

Qlio Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "
Malaysia
Myona
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Qlio Hotel
City Double Room (AC 9)

10. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

11. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 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 €34
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Property entrance

12. Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Recommended to bring family stay at the hotel. Convenience and comfortable. Apart from that, it is such a strategic place to find place to eat."
Malaysia
nancy
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
Deluxe Suite

13. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (953 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Horizon Hotel
Superior Twin Room (With window)

14. Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195 reviews)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
The price is €25
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Hotel Gaia 95
Breakfast area

15. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location"
Malaysia
Kuan Yeong
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The Klagan Hotel
Exterior

16. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
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 €45
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Mandarin Hotel
Standard Triple Room

17. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (115 reviews)
"The staff were excellent, the room was clean and spacious. The hotel is within a Km of 2 malls and close to dining and groceries. "
United States
Edmund
The price is €19
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hotel O Five 2
Deluxe King

18. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (311 reviews)
"Shops nearby, good location."
United States
Sofía
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hotel Capital
Exterior

19. Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hotel Sixty3
Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

20. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, < 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
67 reviews
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Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
52 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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Living area
Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
20 reviews
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Restaurant
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
210 reviews
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Top Kota Kinabalu Central Market Hotel Reviews

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Hotels near other Kota Kinabalu Central Market attractions

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/5 (17 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar when you spend time at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Central Market?
Kota Kinabalu Central Market is located in an area of Pusat Bandar known for its beautiful island views, snorkelling and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 287 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market?
Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Central Market, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options close by include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market?
Expedia has 287 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kota Kinabalu Central Market, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Central Market?
Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Water World Theme Park.