Photo by Tourism Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu Hotels

    calendar shield illustration

    Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation
    deals illustration

    Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in
    bed illustration

    Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Tomorrow
30 Aug - 31 Aug
This weekend
29 Aug - 31 Aug
Next weekend
5 Sept - 7 Sept

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Property class

Top 10 trending Kota Kinabalu hotels

Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu hotels

OYO 44011 Weng Bee Guest House
Superior Suite

OYO 44011 Weng Bee Guest House

2.0 star property
The price is €11
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
OYO 44011 Weng Bee Guest House
Gaya Island Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (447)
"THE Resort."
Gaya Island Resort
K Hotel
Family Room

K Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"Good place and very clean"
The price is €30
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
K Hotel
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, (1004)
"My family was very happy for this trips and feel best enviroment in hotel."
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Gayana Marine Resort
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (502)
"The resort was incredible and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend!"
The price is €269
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Gayana Marine Resort
Eminent Hotel
Lobby

Eminent Hotel

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (256)
"Hotel could arrange complementary airport transfer both ways even late evening (after midnight) and early morning (at 03:00 am). It was very convenient for me to move."
Eminent Hotel
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 €79
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (180)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
The price is €318
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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, (202)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
D Arc Hotel
Buffet

D Arc Hotel

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Convenient restaurants/shops nearby and entertainment at the hotel bar."
D Arc Hotel
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
3-Plus Hotel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

3-Plus Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12)
"New hotel with lovely decoration. Will stay here again next time."
3-Plus Hotel
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
Exterior

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (132)
"Nice to stay there. The restaurant served good foods. "
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
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
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location and friendly staff "
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Kokol Haven Resort
Executive Double Room

Kokol Haven Resort

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Nice n comfy.."
Kokol Haven Resort
Chimera Hotel
Lobby

Chimera Hotel

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (10)
"very clean and comfortable .. surrounding got many restaurant ,various of foods to choose. pharmacy, laundry,.mini mart also near by."
Chimera Hotel
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (191)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Showing deals for:5 Sept - 7 Sept

Image gallery for Gayana Marine Resort

Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4/10Very good (502 reviews)
15% off
Price is €498
for 2 nights, 1 room
€249 nightly
Includes taxes & fees
Gayana Marine Resort
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kota Kinabalu
Learn more about Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu featuring island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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.

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.

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

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 and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

See all hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu which includes boating and landscape views

Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

More cheap stays in Kota Kinabalu

More cheap stays in Kota Kinabalu

La.mer Butik

La.mer Butik

Bay Suites, Lorong Bayu, Off Jalan Istiadat, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is €56 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
€56
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kota Kinabalu?

AC Residence is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other favourite options based on traveller reviews include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu.

  

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Kota Kinabalu has to offer?

Hotel O Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk: This highly rated holiday home rental in Kota Kinabalu has air conditioning and cable TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Our travellers also rate 4 Bedroom Landed House. Party friendly and close to beach. as a favourite home for rent in Kota Kinabalu. See all vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Kota Kinabalu?

Based on our traveller reviews, TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu and Signel Hostel. View all budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best family accommodation in Kota Kinabalu?

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is a hotel with an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include The Magellan Sutera Resort and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. Also, attractions such as Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best place to stay for a romantic getaway to Kota Kinabalu?

Clean & Cosy Stay for the Entire Family is a favourite guest house for couples, and features a garden and a car service. See all romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in Kota Kinabalu?

The Magellan Sutera Resort is a top beachfront resort with a full-service spa and free WiFi, and it's located close to Pantai Pulau Mamutik . Other good options for your stay near the beach include Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu and The Pacific Sutera Hotel. See more stays near the beach in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best luxury accommodation option in Kota Kinabalu?

Hilton Kota Kinabalu is a luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and valet parking, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and The Magellan Sutera Resort are other upscale choices for your holiday. Find more luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in Kota Kinabalu?

The Magellan Sutera Resort is a top resort that has a golf course and features free WiFi. Other good options to stay near a golf course include Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu and The Pacific Sutera Hotel. You can tee off at Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai during your trip. See more golf hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What are some hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu?

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite is a top hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and a private beach. Other choices that offer an on-site pool include Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai and Borneo Eagle Resort. View all hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu.

What is the best spa hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is a highly recommended luxury spa hotel featuring a fitness centre and an outdoor pool. Spend an afternoon at Eco Wellness where you’ll find facials, body treatments, and couples treatments and more. Other popular spa hotels in Kota Kinabalu include The Magellan Sutera Resort and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. See all spa hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the most popular hotel in Kota Kinabalu with a water park on site or close by?

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a popular resort, featuring free water park access, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Another top water park hotel you might want to consider is Near Airport K Avenue Family Room.

What is staying in Kota Kinabalu like?

Nature enthusiasts will enjoy exploring Kota Kinabalu, and visitors give high marks for the bustling marina and shopping. This city also attracts tourists with its parks. In Kota Kinabalu, there are 539 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kota Kinabalu.

What are the top places to visit in Kota Kinabalu?

Cultural venues include Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village. Landmarks like Sabah State Mosque, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque and Atkinson Clock Tower might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Signal Hill Observatory Platform. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kota Kinabalu guide.

How can I get around Kota Kinabalu?

To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can find out about water transport options at the local marina. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Kota Kinabalu for your journey.

What's the seasonal weather in Kota Kinabalu?

The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.