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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Hyatt Centric 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)
"Good location, good service, stunning ocean view"
United States
Bo
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
27 June - 28 June
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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$232
includes taxes & fees
26 June - 27 June
Sheraton 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$162
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
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$113
includes taxes & fees
26 June - 27 June
Ritz Residence @ 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, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
27 June - 28 June
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
27 June - 28 June
Hilton 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)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (614 reviews)
"Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms"
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
27 June - 28 June
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Citadines Waterfront 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$158
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

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, (156 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 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$56
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
CJ Residence

Riverson SOHO by Kota Kinabalu

Riverson SOHO by Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Riverson SOHO by Kota Kinabalu

Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Mandarin 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$90
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

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$146
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is NZ$59
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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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
9.8
Exceptional
36 reviews
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Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
52 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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Reception
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
156 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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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.

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.

Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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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 Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 332 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 Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.

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