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5 stars 17
4 stars 57
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Resorts 12
Inns 8
Villas 6
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Lodges 2
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Hotels with indoor pool 526
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Sabah State Mosque 726
Menara Tun Mustapha (Sabah Foundation Building) 25
Likas City Mosque 188
Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village 736
Kota Kinabalu Central Market 824
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Welcome To Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, a vibrant coastal city in Malaysia, offers a stunning blend of natural beauty and rich cultural experiences. From the breathtaking sunsets at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park to the bustling local markets, adventure and discovery await every traveler. Explore the charm of Kota Kinabalu and plan your unforgettable trip today!

What Our Users Say About Popular Kota Kinabalu Hotels

9.0

Good

us Robert 05 January 2022
The room was huge, the bed was comfy, the staff were accommodating! My room included a safe, a mini fridge bar and a seating area. The place was just a walk down to grand portview restaurant, where you can have dinner. Fairly clean hotel, efficient service. Everything was simply wonderful.
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9.2

Excellent

us Johnny 25 September 2020
I spent my time excellently at Shangri-La Tanjung Aru. I truly enjoyed the amenities in the room, such as climate control, a personal safe, and ironing facilities. The hotel's proximity to Tanjung Aru beach was great. The breakfast was reasonably priced at 28 MYR per day for a child under 12 years.
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9.2

Excellent

us Will 09 January 2021
Planned to see Kota Kinabalu major attractions and it was comfortable base for visiting all of them. We booked superior double room and it was modern.
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8.2

Very good

us Craig 28 January 2023
The hotel is excellently located near the lively night market, malls, and pier, offering easy access to city attractions. the attentive and friendly staff made me feel welcome, and the luxurious amenities such as the spa, sauna, and outdoor swimming pool fulfilled all my exclusive needs.
The only slight downside was that the room lacked sufficient drawers for my clothes. However, this minor issue did not detract from my overall positive experience at this hotel, and the private facilities provided an extra touch of exclusivity and comfort to my stay.
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9.2

Excellent

us Matt 23 June 2020
Great service and very clean room. Hotel is near to amazing beach. Apart from that, tuaran crocodile farm was 5 minutes' drive away...
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9.0

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us Jesse 19 June 2020
We truly enjoyed food and staff. Our bed was comfy. Comfortable place for visiting a market and shopping malls adjacent to the hotel...
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us Allan 19 September 2020
Exclusive place with lovely hotel staff. We had premier double room with soundproofed windows. First-class service offered too.
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us Irving 29 July 2020
We found Breeze Beach Club to dine in 1000 feet from the hotel. Suitable place for vacation in Kota Kinabalu. It was in general a great experience. Room was huge...
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us Walter 23 March 2021
We enjoyed the large bathroom.
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us Edward 27 January 2021
The rooms were good sized, breakfast was excellent. We enjoyed the bed, it was comfy...
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
2281 reviews

67 US$

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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
2087 reviews

164 US$

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1512 reviews

42 US$

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel

Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Good
1445 reviews

76 US$

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Experience the best value for money by checking out our selection of 4-star Kota Kinabalu hotels.
The Klagan Regency 1Borneo Hotel

Tb-00-01, 1 Borneo Hypermall, Jalan Ums Kota Kinabalu

Excellent
1998 reviews

38 US$

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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg

No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1826 reviews

38 US$

min. price/night

Horizon Hotel

Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1783 reviews

73 US$

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Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

No 41, Jalan Gaya

Good
1543 reviews

31 US$

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Flypod Hotel

C-3A-05, Level 3A, Lot5, Block C, Aeropod Commercial Square, Off Jalan Kepayan

Good
1724 reviews

31 US$

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Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu Hotel

5, Jalan Padang

Good
1498 reviews

30 US$

min. price/night

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

75 Bandaran Berjaya, P.O Box 11718

Good
1471 reviews

29 US$

min. price/night

King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Jalan Masjid Lama, Bandaran Berjaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1312 reviews

33 US$

min. price/night

Discover the hidden gems of Kota Kinabalu by booking one of its 2-star hotels.
Promenade Service Apartment

3-G-17, Lorong Api-Api 2, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Good
2174 reviews

25 US$

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Toojou Kota Kinabalu Hotel

No 12, Jalan Masjid Lama, Bandaran Berjaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1464 reviews

13 US$

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Megah D'Aru Hotel

No. 2, Jalan Kinabalu, Tanjung Aru Township, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Good
846 reviews

25 US$

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Hotel Kooler Inn

8 Jalan Tugu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Good
582 reviews

19 US$

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Travelers’ Choice

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C'Haya Hotel

Lot 7, Jalan Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1858 reviews

34 US$

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Homy Seafront Hostel

A-G-18 Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, A-04-11, 4Th Floor, Block A, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Excellent
1250 reviews

8 US$

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The Seraya Hotel

Lot 36 & 38 Jalan Pantai,

Good
889 reviews

27 US$

min. price/night

Harper Boutique Hotel At Sutera Avenue

8Th Floor, Lot 16 & 17, Block A, Sutera Avenue, Lorong Lebuh Sutera

Excellent
662 reviews

34 US$

min. price/night

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