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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful."
Singapore
Peta
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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 NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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 NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

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 NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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 NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Hyatt Regency 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 NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Pool was closed for 3 days over 4 of our stay. Very good location in town. Corridors can be noisy and smelly because of the other guests and appartments overloaded of people. Beds were very comfortable, ac worked well. There is a kitchen but nothing to cook. Very good price for what we got."
Canada
valerie
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"good hotel, but price too high for this class"
Hong Kong SAR China
kwok tai
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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 NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

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 NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

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
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 NZ$73
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Everything is great. Nearby many attractions."
Malaysia
Khairul
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

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 NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Sabah Oriental Hotel

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 NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

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 NZ$53
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Palette Kota Kinabalu Near by Imago Shopping Mall Formerly Zara's Boutique 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 Double Room (CJ 1)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
52 reviews
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AJ Residence 2
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 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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Reception
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
154 reviews
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City Double Room (AC 9)
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
96 reviews
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Our guide on 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 Sedco Square or Kompleks Asia City 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.

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