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1. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (76 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

2. K Avenue Studio | Near Airport

K Avenue Studio | Near Airport
Donggongon
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
K Avenue Studio | Near Airport

3. La.mer Butik Hotel

La.mer Butik Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Terrific View Super clean and covetable . Short Grab ride to town ."
Australia
Siobhan
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
La.mer Butik Hotel

4. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

5. Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

6. Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."
South Korea
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

7. Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu

Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"A"
United States
Fui Fuui
The price is NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu

8. Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"アフルランへの交通便が少ない。"
Japan
Kazuaki
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

9. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

10. Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang
2.5 star property
Kundasang
The price is NZ$39
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

11. 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, (2 reviews)
"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$71
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

12. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.0 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"fantastic"
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

13. The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu

The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu

14. Bay Suites Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

Bay Suites Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Bay Suites Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

15. The Shore Kota Kinabalu Borneo Grand Roam Suites

The Shore Kota Kinabalu Borneo Grand Roam Suites
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Shore Kota Kinabalu Borneo Grand Roam Suites

16. Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 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$132
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

17. Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"No toiletaries even basic body shampoo. So loud the plane every hour from 6am till midnight 1am thorough the day btaking off or landing. Very bad soundproof, even next door talk softly on the phone you can hear so clearly. Water not going down when shower and in sink Cutlery only 1 pair and still have lipstick stain on the cup. "
Malaysia
Chee Hong
The price is NZ$82
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

18. Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu

19. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
4.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Room was clean, location was convenient."
Singapore
Mark Jian Hao
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

20. Jesselton Quay Citypads

Jesselton Quay Citypads
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.8 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"The unit needs to maintain better and the aircons has to be cleaned on routinely basis. The aircons are full of dust. The windows locks need to change and some are defective. Can be improved overall"
Malaysia
Vincent
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Jesselton Quay Citypads
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Frequently asked questions

Are there holiday rentals in Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Kota Kinabalu close to Aquascape Center, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Tourists who visit Kota Kinabalu speak highly of the bustling marina and array of shops. Make sure you allow time to enjoy the parks during your holiday.

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 K Avenue with PS5, Pool View, Kids Playground and Private Balcony as a favourite home for rent in Kota Kinabalu.

How many holiday rentals are there in Kota Kinabalu?

With 28 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Kota Kinabalu stay.

What can I see and do in Kota Kinabalu?

Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre are a couple of the family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village. Other places in town to visit include Centre Point and KK Plaza.

What are holiday rentals like in Kota Kinabalu?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Kota Kinabalu. Holiday rentals feature amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel just like you're at home. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, a holiday rental can provide a sense of security away from public hotel lifts and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you to travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is an attractive choice for a small group gathering.