Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Activities
Kota Kinabalu: 5-in-1 Kinabalu View, Fire Show, Blue Tear
NZ$98
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
NZ$108
per adult
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
NZ$39
per traveller
Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu
NZ$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kota Kinabalu: Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour
NZ$70
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$192 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$192
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at Le Méridien, we spent 4 nights. It was comfortable and quiet, the room was a very good size, there are some minor maintenance issues, but nothing to concerning. Breakfast was very good, great range of options and the staff were excellent. The location was also second ..."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$250 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$250
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$169 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$169
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
The Magellan Sutera Resort
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$285 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$285
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$201 per night from 30 June to 1 July
NZ$201
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (614 reviews)
"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NZ$196 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$196
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The room are clean but the air condition is really bad. temperature cannot be adjust. it always remain 17 degree, It is very cold. I complained about the air con the technician shut it down, the room is very warm. Every night there is at least 1 blackout."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Mango Yip
Open Photo by Mango Yip
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.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades
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.
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.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
