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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
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"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$256
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good"
United States
SUNG JAE
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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$168
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (202 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Hyatt Regency 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, (152 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly and helpful."
Singapore
Ye
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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, (225 reviews)
"Superb hotel with great location"
Malaysia
Mohd Haikal
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (605 reviews)
"Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms"
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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$107
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

ACJ Residence

ACJ Residence
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
1 Apr - 2 Apr
ACJ Residence

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"good hotel, but price too high for this class"
Hong Kong SAR China
kwok tai
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

A Residence

A Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is NZ$71
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
A Residence

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 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 NZ$59
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
CJ Residence

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (735 reviews)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
United Kingdom
scott
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Seaview Capsule Hotel

Seaview Capsule Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (27 reviews)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
United States
Benjamin
The price is NZ$35
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Seaview Capsule 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
9.6
Exceptional
35 reviews
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Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
50 reviews
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Grand Double Room
ACJ Residence
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
152 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 Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

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.

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.

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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 Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.
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 Anjung Samudera, 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 Oceanus Waterfront Mall, 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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