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Kota Kinabalu: 331 hotels found

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5 star

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

4.7/5Outstanding421 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.77km from downtown
The staff at Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu was amazing. They were super friendly and helpful to us, offering us advice when we needed it. They also upgraded us to a suite after we returned twice, which was a lovely surprise. Sunsets from the rooftop bar were wonderful, and the dining and bar staff were also very friendly. The pool and gym are very nice. The rooms are clean. The breakfast is large and has great variety. The hotel is in a very central location. I have no complaints!
FromS$77

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

4.7/5Outstanding265 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.36km from downtown
Everything was great during my stay. Parking provided by hotel. Nice and modern interior room. Room amenities all provided. My favourite part is, Marriott has its own apps, where u can communicate/request for service just by using the apps, any services including check in/check out. Very convenient! Price very reasonable and they always do promotion from time to time. If you looking for room/restaurants with good seaview, this is one of the place in KK city.
FromS$94

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu

4.7/5Outstanding712 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|5.05km from downtown
This hotel can satisfy lots of customer needs from families to couples. I recommend this hotel if you want to enjoy the atmosphere of Kota Kinabalu. I stayed for two nights at Le Merdien and two nights at this hotel. I strongly recommend staying at this hotel since hotels in central area are a bit lousy and dirty.
FromS$153

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

4.6/5Outstanding466 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.23km from downtown
Check in smooth..excellent..parking a breeze..friendly helpful..but looks like 1960s..dark gloomy..P Ramlee or Elvis era ambiance.. on my birthday..did not get any birthday cake althoug was promised one.. food selection good..bed good..aircon bath all excellent..chambermaid so helpful..will come again when i visit my Prudential clients here
FromS$95

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

4.6/5Outstanding192 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.07km from downtown
The location of the hotel is very good, in the city center location, transportation, dining and shopping are very convenient. The hotel's service is also very good. I'll send you what I need right away. I booked a double room, two big and two small, no charge for extra bed. I asked for an extra bed when I checked in. But double beds can be used as queen-size beds, so don't worry about two baby falling out of bed. Booked a standard double room with a window but it couldn't open. The next day I called the front desk to ask for a window that can be opened. The front desk checked the room and immediately a waiter came to help get the luggage to change the room. (Maybe there are few guests) I changed a more expensive city-view room for free. You can also wash your clothes every day. They are dried and comfortable. You don't need to bring a bunch of stinky clothes to go home. Because of this, I stayed at the hotel for one more night (of course the last night was booked with a city view room) and stayed at the hotel for a total of 5 nights. Did not have breakfast at the hotel, 95myr / person, quite expensive. The hotel has a swimming pool for swimming.
FromS$80

The Magellan Sutera Resort

4.6/5Outstanding348 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|2.69km from downtown
Another stay at the resort. We decided to stay at the Harbour Wing. Compared to the Marina Wing, we were able to take a long walk and enjoyed the sea view. The staffs were very helpful, friendly and professional. Keep it up!
FromS$157

The Pacific Sutera

4.3/5Excellent315 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|3.08km from downtown
Do not live on the 10th floor. There are KTVs on the 11.12th floor. It was noisy at night. The first night didn't ring, I didn't know if I didn't change rooms. On the second night, I started to dance and sing K from 5pm. At night, I quarreled directly to 2am. . . I have the heart to want to die. There are many sea urchins, fish and jellyfish on the dock. Breakfast was average, nothing to eat, and the fruit on the first day was a bit stale. The beach is small and the pool is large enough for children to play. There are no places to eat nearby, all are taxis out of the resort, about MYR 5 to imago, and MYR 6.7 to Gaya Street.
FromS$128

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Kota Kinabalu

4.1/5Very Good247 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu
A hotel fused with nature, you can see a lot of small animals, monkeys, squirrels, and even a few monitor lizards. And there are special private beaches. The coastline is several kilometers. It takes more than an hour to walk from one end to the other. You have n’t tried it, but you can try it. Little regret. The sunset restaurant near the beach has a unique taste. The special Brazilian barbecue buffet allows you to eat, and it is too addictive. After eating, I went for a walk on the beach. There are two swings at one end of the beach, and two people can chat on the swings. In addition, there are many friends in the hotel in Korea. We stayed during the epidemic. It felt like our Chinese family, but it was good. There would be no one staying there. It would be much quieter. Play for a day. It is a pity that I did not feel the activities of the hotel. After all, the epidemic situation, I can only eat, sleep, and raise pigs. In short, it is quite suitable for family travel. Remember to eat breakfast early, otherwise it is fine, and it is far away from the urban area, there is nothing around, so you can only stay in the hotel. (* ^ ▽ ^) / ★ * ☆
FromS$132

Grandis Hotels and Resorts

4.5/5Excellent659 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.33km from downtown
Location is good. Just beside Suria Sabah. There were connecting doors at level 1. Room was clean and spacious. Staffs were friendly and professional. Amenities were sufficient. Overall my family enjoyed staying here. Keep up the good job!
FromS$51

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.4/5Excellent367 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.54km from downtown
If only they have their own private parking area, it would have been perfect. Room is very comfortable, toilet area is a bit small for the double room but big for a twin room. It has different room design. Also glad that it has a weighing scale for my lugages. The security guard at the door is lovely, gave me a mask when i forgot mine up in the room. Short distance to pier & mall. Has a small cafe nearby for a quick caffeine fix.
FromS$46

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Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.6/5Outstanding390 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.4km from downtown
Stayed for 4 nights at deluxe king and everything was superb. First I was given a room with no sea view & no bathtub. Called the receptionist and they were very helpful. Problem solved and I'm a happy customer. Recommended and surely will come again.
FromS$59

Ming Garden Hotel & Residences Kota Kinabalu

4.3/5Excellent183 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|2km from downtown
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FromS$39

Sabah Oriental Hotel

4.3/5Excellent84 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.68km from downtown
Hotel was qte clean it just the facilities and services are bad. Ss for room services, staff was unfriendly. No towels are prepared. Yet water heater doesnt work well. But breakfast was good, staff served well and nice staff in cafe.
FromS$37

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.6/5Outstanding57 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.5km from downtown
Clean room. My kids love the swimming pool. Save parking space.
FromS$41

Horizon Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.6/5Outstanding257 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.36km from downtown
Overall an excellent hotel to stay in especially the friendly and efficient staffs in which they’re very helpful and always smiling.
FromS$62

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu

4.4/5Excellent214 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.06km from downtown
Is located center in downtown, 3min walk to convenience store (7-11) and surrounded with variety food restaurants.
FromS$44

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

4.2/5Very Good239 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.13km from downtown
Hotel is very central to everything in KK . Standard room is quite small though …:so better go for upgrade to have a more comfortable stay. Hotel is super clean with UV cleaning every night at public areas.
FromS$35

The Klagan Hotel

4.6/5Outstanding110 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.98km from downtown
Nothing much to say.. just 1 night stay. Check in and check out very smooth. Room very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast just so so. Not many choice. Location is a plus.. just cross road to central plaza kk. Walking distance to nigh market.
FromS$53

Hotel Sixty3

4.6/5Outstanding563 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.21km from downtown
Both me and my wife are so satisfied with the service, the place are great and will come over again..
FromS$53

Gaya Centre Hotel

4.3/5Excellent357 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.15km from downtown
suitable for short vacation near to shoppinv mall, market and sidesea walking . recomended to everyone . easy n safe. i luv to sty here. it almost my 4th time stay in gaya hotel . . this is my favourite kids during our staying in kk .
FromS$33

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Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

4.3/5Excellent152 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.58km from downtown
Overall was okay.. midnight suddenly have no water.. aircond very cold..we like it. No parking available, only public parking.. food was delicious.. unexpected seriously.
FromS$57

The Jesselton Hotel

4.6/5Outstanding59 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.22km from downtown
The best hotel for the trip, the price is very high, you can choose a deluxe room with bathtub, bathrobe, very comfortable. Great hotel, we recommend Gaya Street Market on Sunday morning and Gaya Street Night Market on Saturday night. There is also a cafe opposite, really recommended!
FromS$50

Borneo Beach Villas Kota Kinabalu

4.4/5Excellent166 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu
This place is absolutely spectacular! Private beaches and pools, delicious food, and a variety of gorgeous villas to choose from. We had a wonderful stay here and the staff were friendly and helpful with everything from recommending and arranging day trips and excursions to finding us the best price for private car hire. We are definitely coming back. This place is amazing! Highly recommended.
FromS$72

Stanton Hotel

4.7/5Outstanding44 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|2.17km from downtown
Nice modern look, Nice staff Good for transit, make sure to booked early, They sent us to airport KK. 4am in the morning Such a pleasure, The room is clean, hot water available Nice cafe Big thanks from uss🙏🙏
FromS$45

Hotel Gaia 95

4.5/5Excellent29 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.24km from downtown
Location: Let me talk about the location first. It can be said that it is very convenient on Gaya Street. The restaurants you have heard can walk over. For example, Feng Yi, downstairs, and Yifeng Tea Room on the street. Chili plate, OLDTOWN coffee, there is a new record of Bak Kut Teh, Da De Gu Zao, etc., so even if you go to the sea during the day to play late, you can eat and eat at night, do not have to worry about eating. There is an orange 7-11 nearby, but the store is relatively small, the goods are not many, but the convenience store in Kota Kinabalu is not very good, no bad. Disadvantages: This is the key point. We don't know if it's bad luck or it's all in the whole. Our room is on the first floor (actually the second floor, because the first floor of Kota Kinabalu is the G building), then Street front! Street front! Street front! One room, open the curtain opposite is a building of others, behind a mountain, because the streets of Kota Kinabalu are relatively narrow, so the curtains can not be opened because it is completely no privacy! This is okay, the most important thing is the day-to-night noisy, even if the window is closed to death (there is no window and no window in the window), there is always the sound of a motor vehicle, especially the heavy-duty motorcycle. It’s really terrible. I feel that the dream of sleeping in the middle of the night is the sound of passing the car, so people who sleep shallowly choose carefully... Off-topic: When I first chose this hotel, there wasn't a lot of comments and pictures about the hotel on the whole Internet (including several other popular apps). I was very worried at first, just because I knew his position was good and then relatively new ( I prefer the new hotel to the old hotel like the Gaya Center. But when I actually stayed, I found that there are still differences between the pictures and the pictures. For example, the room is very small, the bathroom and bathroom are very narrow, and there is no domestic picture at night. The feeling of the bed room is more like a small apartment. Yes, I can use the UnionPay card when I settle, but I charge 10MRY tax every night. We stayed for three nights and didn’t sleep very well. The price/performance ratio is not particularly high. The only thing that can be figured is the location. reference
FromS$24

Nana Marina Court

4.7/5Outstanding75 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.24km from downtown
Here I want to give 200% praise 1. Transportation: Nana’s house is about 10 minutes away by taxi from Kota Kinabalu Airport. Grab a taxi for 4 seats, about 12 MYR for 6 seats, about 19 MYR. My sister is very caring and enthusiastic. WeChat will reply to the message quickly and do our best to help us. 2. Surrounding facilities: There is an open-air swimming pool on the 1st floor of Nana A2 (note that the G floor in Malay is the first floor of our country, do not press the wrong floor when taking the elevator) across the road from Nana Park is 7-11 and orange convenience store Go out of the park and go to the right hand side at the first traffic light intersection and go to the right. You will see a Sabah Bak Kut Teh shop and some seafood restaurants. Sabah Bak Kut Teh is a Cantonese opened. The taste is super good and the price is affordable. It is recommended to try it before going forward. There is a shopping mall It’s called center piont. It seems that there are kfc and McDonald’s and a variety of self-selected foods. The taste is in line with the tastes of our people. Or if you want to go to the market to buy fruit and seafood, come out from the front of Nana and go to the right hand side. The second traffic light is across the road. Selling seafood, vegetables and fruits. Malay local durian 35 MYR 1kg. Mangosteen is very expensive. It is not recommended to buy dragon palace fruit 4 MYR 1kg. Jackfruit melon or other cut fruit is 2 MYR a box of 5 MYR. There is a shop opposite the three-box market. The shop that sells authentic Musang King is 75 MYR 1kg. The bigger one is 90 MYR 1kg. The owner is enthusiastic. The surrounding restaurants and bars are all very lively places in Kota Kinabalu. The local mall imago needs to walk on the left hand side of Nana’s house. About 500 meters, you can see a Muslim breakfast and lunch shop next to orange on the first floor of Mankelai Supermarket Opposite imago mall 3. Hotel environment: the non-traditional hotel model is a family apartment with one living room and three bedrooms, especially the taste of home. Washing machine, bread machine, hot water pot, microwave oven, pots and pans are all available. Really as comfortable as at home, you can go to the market to buy groceries. Come back to cook the place is spacious, especially suitable for family travel 4. Service: Sister Nana's WeChat reply is responsive. Our 7 people stayed at Nana's house for a total of four days. We checked out twice and once went to Manukan Island for one night and once went to Semporna for five days. The luggage is stored in sister Nana, and we don’t need to leave the luggage in the room when we check out, take a photo of Nana and send it to you. Then, sister Nana will ask her aunt to help deliver the luggage to you next time you stay. The room is so caring that it can’t be caring anymore. The last day we checked out the luggage Sister Nana directly asked the aunt to return the luggage to us. On the service Sister Nana’s house really didn’t pick it. I have written so much, I really want to tell my friends who want to go to Kota Kinabalu. If you want affordable accommodation, you can't go wrong with Nana. I hope it helps everyone.
FromS$76

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges @ Manukan Island

4.6/5Outstanding55 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|8.15km from downtown
A place to come again. The service is warm and attentive. Very attentive. The hotel said hello in advance, and there were boats specially designed to pick up the guests. Some people also helped with luggage. Dinner can be delivered to the room. There are many wild animals on the island, and it is beautiful at night. The hotel accommodation has a private beach, which is very suitable for children to play. The apples are also delicious. The only thing is that it is not convenient to eat, there are very few choices, and if you want to come, buy delicious food in advance. In the afternoon, the tourists all left and felt that the island was packed. It would be better if there is breakfast.
FromS$113

CJ Residence

4.7/5Outstanding40 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.81km from downtown
The place is clean, comfortable & located at the centre of the city. Very near to places like shopping complexes, food outlet, the wet market and souvenirs shops. I love how they added me into a Messaging group and share information about the place. Very easy to ask help from them. Even though you need to climb up the stairs, you don't have to worry because they will help you with your luggage. However, as a Muslim traveller, I hope they can add Qibla direction in the room too. Other than that, everything is highly satisfactory. Thank you for the great service & hospitality.
FromS$35

Casuarina Hotel

3.9/5105 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|5.08km from downtown
Casuarina's free shuttle is great, the family room with two single beds + one double bed is so cool. Breakfast has not changed for 6 years, it is still very western style, and it is full. Recommended. The hotel is 5 minutes walk to the beach and the sunset is superb. There is also a night market on the beach in the evening. Opened a seafood restaurant outside the hotel, never tried it. The hotel grabs a few yuan to go to the town center. Many specialty tea restaurants are very good.
FromS$25

AC Residence

4.9/5Perfect32 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.08km from downtown
such a nice place to stay in, already repeated twice and until now they still offering good services. the hotel teams were very considerate and will help you about anything just feel free to ask. the residence already provided the hair dryer, towel, vanity, toiletries, toothbrush and also have remote control for window so you can adjust by yourself if the room to bright or dim. anyway i can give 5/5 for this place
FromS$36

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Pinstay @ Sutera Avenue

3/52 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|2.24km from downtown
hotel ok… service is lacking because we are booking by online… but we were not told that the hotel has no lobby… 2 hours we waited to check in… call the owner's number on the trip… but the owner for another number… call the number given… no answer..please say service is less… sorry… expensive it's expensive… tp facilities just for sleeping… no breakfst cam other hotels… I think it's expensive because the pool is on the roof… tu je laa… parking space is limited… lau rent 1 unit..but 3 cars .. can only enter 1 car…
FromS$45

The Jesselton Cabin Sdn Bhd

4.7/5Outstanding37 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.19km from downtown
I was stay there just for 1 night .when I check in staff was so nice . My room includes breakfast Everting was good , clean room and I really like because it’s near to take bus go airport .will come back again . Special thanks to Markus and alen.
FromS$12

Hotel 7 Suria

4.6/5Outstanding88 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.24km from downtown
We stayed at Deluxe King Room with City View. Our room is located at the corner of building, and we're really like it! At the corner only have 2 rooms, 519 (our room) and 520. So not many people pass by our room (quiet and peaceful), we had a good rest whole day. Check-in process was smooth. It would be nicer if Front Office staffs are more friendly. The lobby area has vending machine, and hotel provide free parking too. Stay with breakfast is available but during our stay, we opt out for that. As for room conditions, our room has a mini long corridor after enter from main door. The room itself bigger than shown in photo. Cleanliness tip top, everything looks clean, hardly to see have any sign of mould or stains on the floor/wall/ceiling/glass door in the bathroom. Basic amenities are provided as in my picture no 4. Bed and pillows are comfortable enough. Basic mini bar items are provided free such as drinking water, kettle and item in my picture no 5. There are also soft drinks and cookies in mini fridge, with charge of course. To stay in this hotel with affordable price, it good enough! The hotel's location itself is located inside Suria Sabah Mall, and easy to find eateries, easy to get Grab or walking distance to attractions in KK such as Gaya Street, pelabuhan (to go island), places to eat seafood, pasar am to buy souvenirs and many more!
FromS$52

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

4.5/5Excellent62 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|7.03km from downtown
This was like my go-to hotel if I ever need to stay overnight while waiting for my bus at the terminal. I was having my last minute travel to KK and arrived as early as 5 in the morning. I requested for an early check in, the earliest I could get so I can have my rest after travelling 12 hours with backpain and discomfort. The hotel crews were so kind to let me check in at 6, and of course this was merely based on the availability which I really appreciated so much. And because of that, Ibis Styles Hotel has become my favourite hotel in Inanam so far. No question asked. The teams were super friendly, both interior and exterior design of the hotel was spectacular. So simple yet so elegently modern. I didn’t get the chance to taste their dish at Skydex, but hopefully one day. Will definitely come back for sure if I ever have to go travelling by bus. Overall solo experience was amazing, I do not know what technology they use in bed at the hotel, but it was super comfortable, like I went to sleep instantly. Cleanliness was on point. My only complaint was, let me check, na da! For a 3 star hotel, this could be perfect. Well, almost I would say. Thank you Ibis Styles Hotel, looking forward to stay here, another day another time with much more amazing experience.
FromS$41

Qlio Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.4/5Excellent59 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.17km from downtown
I spend a night at Qlio. Everythings fine, the room is no smoking area, so no unwanted smells. The bed is comfy.. aircon working. They prepare hair dryer, heater and some 3in1 coffee in the room. I forgot to ask if i can borrow iron. Overall, its a good budget hotel.
FromS$27

Sabha Gaya Hotel

4.2/5Very Good41 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.13km from downtown
I was assigned to room 316 at level 3.i think i was upgraded to another type of room because the room is spacious, consist of 1 queen size bed and 1 single bed. I was lucky because of this RMCO, no shops operating after midnight and the defeaning sound slowly faded by that time. Double glazing window will be needed as the noisy sound from the road can be heard very clear. A bit unpleasant smell in the bathroom which i think it must be from the drainage and found yellowish water on the toilet bowl. Location wise, just walking distance to Suria Sabah and just next door to convenience store as well as restaurants. Staff very impressive and polite!
FromS$54

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos Infinity Avenue Kota Kinabalu

4.6/5Outstanding53 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|2.3km from downtown
Location is close to Kota Kinabalu Airport. About 5km. Just a few MYR to get there. The room is large one single with two beds. A total of 2 rooms. Friends can live with 6 people. A living room, an open kitchen. Feel free to cook some snacks. Don't be too cool. There is also a washing machine. Is a typical home-style apartment. TV sofa irons are all available. There is an infinity pool on the roof. Accidental vacation, no launch. Friends took a few pictures. It is said to be open at 9 o'clock, and there are already many people going up at 10 o'clock. The parking lot is not clear. They all go by taxi. It's really convenient to grab a taxi. There are many restaurants downstairs. Opposite it is Emago, but walk a long way, especially under the great sun. You can walk under the nearby overpass, but it is a bit dangerous. I basically bought a taxi to come back, although I could see it across the road. The hotel is close to the beach to watch the sunset. A taxi for about 10 minutes. Here we have to talk about the driver who was contacted before. It is said that it is RM65 for the whole 3 segments, totaling RM195. Fortunately, the pick-up was delayed, and I found it so cheap by taxi. It cost less than RM30 to get it. Pull away. You have to boast about the lady at the front desk of the hotel. He speaks Chinese and is super nice. He smiled at all times. I lost my friend's necklace and looked for it very enthusiastically. Although it was not found in the end, it was still very caring. Full service score. All in all very satisfied. Highly recommended.
FromS$43

Oceania Hotel

3.7/589 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|1.82km from downtown
This first time I stay in hotel because it’s near to Airport. It’s only took around 13 to 20 minutes to arrived depends on the traffic.. So my first first impression for this hotel is quite nice and the the receptionist my check in proceed quite fast.. And no deposit is asked because I booked through online booking. The room I got is as per what I requested but the door is not locked when I first came maybe the HK forever to locked it after cleaning. But the room is clean and spacious though. For the amenities no toothbrush and toothpaste provided inside room maybe it’s upon request. I didn’t ask because I bring my own toiletries. Everything else is fine but only the Mini Bar is not cold and the upper surface is dirty never wiped.. I realise this after trying to check if the mini bar switched onn or not. And the sandwich for my take away breakfast is tasty 😋 .. it’s also got a lot of restaurants nearby for dine in and the hotel itself also have their own restaurant btw 😊.. it’s a nice place to stay because it’s near to shopping mall but of course you need to ride car to be faster and you can walk during the day if you want to but during the day better for your own safety 😊.. will stay here again next time 👍
FromS$38

The Klagan @ Riverson Hotel

4.9/5Perfect36 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.97km from downtown
I booked the family room which had 1 king bed and 1 single bed. The room had a microwave that was a plus but the walls were too thin could hear the people walking past our rooms and the cleaning crews trolley was very loud when they push it pass our room also the hotel was not far from the airport and the planes passing by was very noisy. Location however was great walking distance to Imago Mall. Also there is a 24hour self service laundry in the building infront so easy to do laundry late at night.
FromS$56

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.5/5Excellent108 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|2.44km from downtown
Stayed here for 3 nights. The triple type room we booked was spacious, clean and they did room service well. All staff here are friendly and helpful. For breakfast, not much choice, but it helped me from being starved.. Its take 10 minutes to reach city centre and 15 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
FromS$41

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Popular Attractions in Kota Kinabalu

Gaya Street

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

4.7/5Outstanding421 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.85km from Gaya Street
The staff at Le Meridien in Kota Kinabalu was amazing. They were super friendly and helpful to us, offering us advice when we needed it. They also upgraded us to a suite after we returned twice, which was a lovely surprise. Sunsets from the rooftop bar were wonderful, and the dining and bar staff were also very friendly. The pool and gym are very nice. The rooms are clean. The breakfast is large and has great variety. The hotel is in a very central location. I have no complaints!
FromS$77

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

3.4/530 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.77km from Gaya Street
Excellent price-performance ratio, convenient travel, shopping and food.
FromS$18

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

4.4/5Excellent8 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.72km from Gaya Street
Property Location With a stay at Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court in Kota Kinabalu (Downtown Kota Kinabalu), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Sabah State Mosque and Likas Stadium. This apartment is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from 1 Borneo Hypermall and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 3 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include rice cookers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
FromS$109

Step-in Lodge

4/5Very Good7 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.69km from Gaya Street
Value for money
FromS$8

EB2 Hostel

4/5Very Good1 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.87km from Gaya Street
With a stay at EB2 Hostel in Kota Kinabalu (Downtown Kota Kinabalu), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Centre Point and Anjung Samudera. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kota Kinabalu Central Market and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.Make yourself at home in one of the 3 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
FromS$7

KK Waterfront Hotel

3.6/536 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.98km from Gaya Street
Let me start by saying we paid 45 USD per night for this hotel. I know that is not so expensive, but for 50 USD, you expect a lot more than what we got. We stayed there the night before, and the night after, our Mt Kinabalu hike. The first night was okay - despite a lengthy check-in process and the fact that our room had no windows (the A/C worked fine). However, after we came back from our hike, we paid an extra 12 dollars (!!!) so we could at least have a window. Still all fine. However, being extremely sleep deprived we fell fast asleep at 8pm, only to be woken up at 10pm by someone RINGING THE DOORBELL to our room and I don't even know why a hotel room would have a doorbell. We didn't even begin to care why staff would ring our doorbell at that time and luckily we fell right back asleep. When we woke up we realized they had also slipped a note under our door saying the pump had broken and there was no water. That's it. No bucket, no 'would you like to get the heck out of here', no nothing. Thus, I went downstairs and begged for a bucket at least (you would think they would have brought this immediately - I'm actually no stranger to staying in places without running water). The guy then offered me some nasty bucket from the lobby bathroom that had been sitting next to the toilet. No thanks. He then told me to be patient, and two hours later, a small bucket was brought to our room. Thanks, we are checking out now. For this inconvenience, they refunded the 12 extra USD we had paid to upgrade to a window. Wow, thanks a lot. For a hotel room with NO WATER meaning we could not shower nor use the bathroom nor even wash our hands, one should at least be given a free stay (or a voucher or something). In the end we ended up being charged 45 USD for a hotel room with no water. Completely unacceptable.
FromS$39

Ease Hotel

1.7/531 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.95km from Gaya Street
Ease Hotel Kota Kinabalu centrally located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Hotel offers strategic location and easy access to the lively city has to offer. Hotel requires only 10-minute drive away from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 11-minute drive from Tanjung Aru Railway Station. Hotel offers variety of services and facilities to ensure guest have a pleasant stay. Services and facilities include airport pick-up services, car rental services, taxi booking, 24-hour reception service as well as complimentary wireless internet access in hotel’s public area. With its strategic location and convenient accessibility, it made hotel an ideal place of stay for business and leisure travelers in Kota Kinabalu City Centre.
FromS$38

Classic Kinabalu Hotel

4/5Very Good24 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|0.78km from Gaya Street
Good location, health service can be recommended, family accommodation is recommended.
FromS$19

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Tanjung Aru Beach

Casuarina Hotel

3.9/5105 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|0.32km from Tanjung Aru Beach
Casuarina's free shuttle is great, the family room with two single beds + one double bed is so cool. Breakfast has not changed for 6 years, it is still very western style, and it is full. Recommended. The hotel is 5 minutes walk to the beach and the sunset is superb. There is also a night market on the beach in the evening. Opened a seafood restaurant outside the hotel, never tried it. The hotel grabs a few yuan to go to the town center. Many specialty tea restaurants are very good.
FromS$25

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu

4.7/5Outstanding712 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|0.72km from Tanjung Aru Beach
This hotel can satisfy lots of customer needs from families to couples. I recommend this hotel if you want to enjoy the atmosphere of Kota Kinabalu. I stayed for two nights at Le Merdien and two nights at this hotel. I strongly recommend staying at this hotel since hotels in central area are a bit lousy and dirty.
FromS$153

Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu

4/5Very Good6 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|0.79km from Tanjung Aru Beach
Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu centrally located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Hotel offers strategic location and easy access to the lively city has to offer. Hotel located 6-minute drive away from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 5-minute drive away from Kota Kinabalu Low Cost Carrier Terminal as well as Tanjung Aru Railway Station is only located 3 kilometers away from the hotel.Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu offers a wide range of services and facilities to ensure guest have a pleasant stay. Services and facilities includes airport pick-up service, 24-hour receptionist service, laundry service and et cetera. Guests may also enjoy the complimentary wireless internet access in hotel’s public area. Hotel’s rooms are feature with television, shower and et cetera.Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu is one of the ideal place of stay for both business and leisure travelers.
FromS$33

C'Haya Hotel

4.4/5Excellent74 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|1.09km from Tanjung Aru Beach
Parent-child travel for six days! I live on the eighth floor, but I ca n’t see the sea, but I can see the sunrise. I ’m satisfied with the shower head in the toilet. The shower is very comfortable. The first person was very hot. The second one was not that hot. Launching is also smooth! There are glass doors in the bath, so the toilet is very satisfying! There are bay windows in the room. It is good to see the sunrise. Two 28-inch boxes are enough to open. There is space for 250. The price is good! The leaflet will be a little stained. It is estimated that it can't be washed off, but the price is haha. After six days of sleep, at least there are no problems such as itchy skin. No toothbrush comes with me shower gel shampoo! There is a buffet breakfast. Most of them do n’t change, but the staple food is changed every day. Either fried noodles, stir-fried noodles, or fried fans. The best thing is chicken soup noodles and fans. Chicken soup has winter melon. Son loves it! Everyday, nasi lemak fried chicken or curry chicken! The same thing is toast bread butter jam and watermelon cantaloupe apple orange every day! I think this price is already pretty good! There is a small infinity swimming pool on the 11th floor. No one is expensive. The hotel is near the airport. Do n’t choose this if you are afraid of noise. No sound can be heard in the room, but the infinity pool on the side of the hotel can not see the scenery! At the right hand corner of the hotel, the left-hand supermarket KFC on the left is a 24-hour convenience store on the right. The Korean restaurant is a Korean base! Can walk to Tanjung Aru beach! Sabah is very small. It is very convenient to take a taxi. We have a private parking lot. There is a dedicated parking lot and it is cleaned every day.
FromS$53

Hin Loi Guesthouse

5/5Perfect6 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|1.26km from Tanjung Aru Beach
We stayed from June 30 through July 4. We had a bedroom with attached bathroom. The room was clean, spacious and comfortable. Breakfast downstairs was a plus. You could easily augment your coffee and toast with the many local dishes at a reasonable price. Location is very convenient to taxi/grab. Lots of other local restaurants around, and the beach is an easy 20 minute walk away. Laundry is across the shop - you can drop off and pickup or do it yourself,Alex was there to check us in and offer suggestions. His brother downstairs was always welcoming and helpful during breakfast. Top marks for value and convenience.
FromS$21

Megah d'Aru Hotel

4.6/5Outstanding41 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|1.07km from Tanjung Aru Beach
Hotel room is basic but clean, and good value. Free airport pickup/drop off is excellent, just make sure you call to make booking. The driver somehow missed us at airport but came back to pick us up when you called the hotel. Free breakfast is reasonably good (noodle, scramble egg, sausage, bean). There are eating places/restaurants and shops nearby. It is also about 2km from Tanjong Aru beach, and a few kms from town center. Will stay there again.
FromS$24

Goldenhill Hotel Kota Kinabalu

3.7/562 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|1.33km from Tanjung Aru Beach
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting downtown
FromS$23

Homesuite at Aeropod Sovo

5/5Perfect1 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|1.47km from Tanjung Aru Beach
FromS$77

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Universiti Malaysia Sabah

Courtyard Hotel 1Borneo

3.8/536 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|1.19km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Premier king room still quite small compare to other hotel's standard room in the city. breakfast was basic. hotel a bit outdated and need better upgrades fast. you can hear and feel the tiles crackling sound when you walk on it. hotel car park 1st come 1st serve and usually full.
FromS$37

Tune Hotel - 1Borneo Kota Kinabalu

4.3/5Excellent107 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|1.39km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
This is my second night here, I made separate booking because I thought I'm only gonna be there for one night. But my business havent settled so I stayed there for another night. At first, I wanted to extend my stay by paying at the front desk so I can stay at the same room. But the receptionist suggest that I book online and inform her so she can give me the same room without needing to check in into another room. Price online is 80+ , and the walk in price is 120. Very worth it. VERY GOOD SERVICE!!! I can't stressed how much I love the service. Don't think twice, just book this hotel okay. This is my first time staying with tune hotel. Besides the yellow stained towel and clogged shower drain, everything is good.
FromS$29

Global Residency

1.7/51 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|1.77km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Global Residency is a popular choice amongst travelers in Kota Kinabalu, whether exploring or just passing through. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the property provides all you need for a good night's sleep. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, convenience store, daily housekeeping, laundromat are on the list of things guests can enjoy. Clothes rack, locker, towels, closet, internet access – wireless (complimentary) can be found in selected guestrooms. The property offers various recreational opportunities. Global Residency combines warm hospitality with a lovely ambiance to make your stay in Kota Kinabalu unforgettable.
FromS$22

OYO 90262 Kota Kinabalu Homestay, Villa & Suite Boutique

0/50 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|3.42km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
The OYO 90262 Kota Kinabalu Homestay, Villa & Suite Boutique is one of the newest hotels in Kota Kinabalu, having been renovated in 2021.The hotel is located approximately 26km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 34km from Kinarut Railway Station. The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Bike Borneo, Marine Aquarium and Museum and Borneo Sea Walking.After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.
FromS$16

Suzahomestay Kota Kinabalu

0/50 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|3.84km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Set in a prime location of Kota Kinabalu, Suzahomestay Kota Kinabalu puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. The property features a wide range of facilities to make your stay a pleasant experience. Facilities like 24-hour security, convenience store, express check-in/check-out, car park, family room are readily available for you to enjoy. Some of the well-appointed guestrooms feature towels, slippers, separate living room, sofa, and linens. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. Discover all Kota Kinabalu has to offer by making Suzahomestay Kota Kinabalu your base.
FromS$141

2 Inn 1 Hotel

0/50 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|3.97km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Located in Kampong Rampayan, this air-conditioned apartment features a balcony and a garden. Menggatal Height Apatment features views of the mountain and is 11 km from Kota Kinabalu. Free private parking is available on site.There is a dining area and a kitchen. Towels and bed linen are offered in this apartment. Other facilities at Menggatal Height Apatment include an outdoor pool.Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 16 km from the property.
FromS$49

3-Plus Hotel Inanam

4.3/5Excellent14 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|4.29km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
The services and facilities at this hotel is very good😊😊😊
FromS$32

SPOT ON 89936 Sutera Inn

3.3/51 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|4.33km from Universiti Malaysia Sabah
With a stay at SPOT ON 89936 Sutera Inn in Kota Kinabalu, you'll be close to Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple and 1Borneo Hypermall. This hotel is within close proximity of Kota Kinabalu City Mosque and Hospital Wanita Dan Kanak-Kanak Sabah.Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk.Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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Manukan Island

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges @ Manukan Island

4.6/5Outstanding55 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu|0.32km from Manukan Island
A place to come again. The service is warm and attentive. Very attentive. The hotel said hello in advance, and there were boats specially designed to pick up the guests. Some people also helped with luggage. Dinner can be delivered to the room. There are many wild animals on the island, and it is beautiful at night. The hotel accommodation has a private beach, which is very suitable for children to play. The apples are also delicious. The only thing is that it is not convenient to eat, there are very few choices, and if you want to come, buy delicious food in advance. In the afternoon, the tourists all left and felt that the island was packed. It would be better if there is breakfast.
FromS$113

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu

4.7/5Outstanding712 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|5.21km from Manukan Island
This hotel can satisfy lots of customer needs from families to couples. I recommend this hotel if you want to enjoy the atmosphere of Kota Kinabalu. I stayed for two nights at Le Merdien and two nights at this hotel. I strongly recommend staying at this hotel since hotels in central area are a bit lousy and dirty.
FromS$153

Casuarina Hotel

3.9/5105 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|6km from Manukan Island
Casuarina's free shuttle is great, the family room with two single beds + one double bed is so cool. Breakfast has not changed for 6 years, it is still very western style, and it is full. Recommended. The hotel is 5 minutes walk to the beach and the sunset is superb. There is also a night market on the beach in the evening. Opened a seafood restaurant outside the hotel, never tried it. The hotel grabs a few yuan to go to the town center. Many specialty tea restaurants are very good.
FromS$25

Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu

4/5Very Good6 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|6.12km from Manukan Island
Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu centrally located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Hotel offers strategic location and easy access to the lively city has to offer. Hotel located 6-minute drive away from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 5-minute drive away from Kota Kinabalu Low Cost Carrier Terminal as well as Tanjung Aru Railway Station is only located 3 kilometers away from the hotel.Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu offers a wide range of services and facilities to ensure guest have a pleasant stay. Services and facilities includes airport pick-up service, 24-hour receptionist service, laundry service and et cetera. Guests may also enjoy the complimentary wireless internet access in hotel’s public area. Hotel’s rooms are feature with television, shower and et cetera.Seapark Condotel Kota Kinabalu is one of the ideal place of stay for both business and leisure travelers.
FromS$33

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

4.5/5Excellent67 Reviews
Gaya Island|6.22km from Manukan Island
Breakfast is nothing special, the buffet part can be ignored, each adult can order a set menu on the menu, children do not. The child is 10 years old, and there is no additional charge like the remarks on Ctrip. The child's fee is also forfeited for breakfast, and of course there is nothing to eat. The hotel has two restaurants, personally think the western restaurant tastes better than Chinese food. You can also order a free drink per person from 4-7 pm every day. The swimming pool is not large, but not many people. There are too many plants on the beach and they are not clean, but there are many crabs. The snorkeling area was closed because there were too many waterweeds and there were a lot of fish in it. The other half of the rowing boat can now swim and snorkel, but can't see any fish. Malay's ecological protection is not good. If you want to see the fish, you may have to go far to Semporna. The staff on the island is very friendly. It is not recommended to participate in the 1-hour and 5-hour hikes of the hotel. It is really boring. The 5 hours is to go through the jungle to the other side of the island and there is a beach on the other side. Collect the money, the guide will highly recommend you to go to sea walking, tell you at least an hour, in fact, even by boat to and from the middle of the sea + launching together for less than 20 minutes, it can be said that it is a special pit father, there are fish underwater, living coral is almost It ’s not as good as it looks in Australia. It ’s also because the hike is over and there is nothing else to do on the beach. The return journey has to wait for a few hours after the boat, and then the guide keeps recommending it to you. WALKING, and those water sports staff are in a state of "want to earn you money, but do not want to serve you", laziness seems to ignore this income... The experience is really bad. The price of SEA WALKING is RM280 / person
FromS$415

The Pacific Sutera

4.3/5Excellent315 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|6.3km from Manukan Island
Do not live on the 10th floor. There are KTVs on the 11.12th floor. It was noisy at night. The first night didn't ring, I didn't know if I didn't change rooms. On the second night, I started to dance and sing K from 5pm. At night, I quarreled directly to 2am. . . I have the heart to want to die. There are many sea urchins, fish and jellyfish on the dock. Breakfast was average, nothing to eat, and the fruit on the first day was a bit stale. The beach is small and the pool is large enough for children to play. There are no places to eat nearby, all are taxis out of the resort, about MYR 5 to imago, and MYR 6.7 to Gaya Street.
FromS$128

The Magellan Sutera Resort

4.6/5Outstanding348 Reviews
City Center Kota Kinabalu|6.35km from Manukan Island
Another stay at the resort. We decided to stay at the Harbour Wing. Compared to the Marina Wing, we were able to take a long walk and enjoyed the sea view. The staffs were very helpful, friendly and professional. Keep it up!
FromS$157

C'Haya Hotel

4.4/5Excellent74 Reviews
Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu|6.4km from Manukan Island
Parent-child travel for six days! I live on the eighth floor, but I ca n’t see the sea, but I can see the sunrise. I ’m satisfied with the shower head in the toilet. The shower is very comfortable. The first person was very hot. The second one was not that hot. Launching is also smooth! There are glass doors in the bath, so the toilet is very satisfying! There are bay windows in the room. It is good to see the sunrise. Two 28-inch boxes are enough to open. There is space for 250. The price is good! The leaflet will be a little stained. It is estimated that it can't be washed off, but the price is haha. After six days of sleep, at least there are no problems such as itchy skin. No toothbrush comes with me shower gel shampoo! There is a buffet breakfast. Most of them do n’t change, but the staple food is changed every day. Either fried noodles, stir-fried noodles, or fried fans. The best thing is chicken soup noodles and fans. Chicken soup has winter melon. Son loves it! Everyday, nasi lemak fried chicken or curry chicken! The same thing is toast bread butter jam and watermelon cantaloupe apple orange every day! I think this price is already pretty good! There is a small infinity swimming pool on the 11th floor. No one is expensive. The hotel is near the airport. Do n’t choose this if you are afraid of noise. No sound can be heard in the room, but the infinity pool on the side of the hotel can not see the scenery! At the right hand corner of the hotel, the left-hand supermarket KFC on the left is a 24-hour convenience store on the right. The Korean restaurant is a Korean base! Can walk to Tanjung Aru beach! Sabah is very small. It is very convenient to take a taxi. We have a private parking lot. There is a dedicated parking lot and it is cleaned every day.
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Hotels in Kota Kinabalu Reviews

Borneo Coastal Residence @ Imago Mall

5/527 Reviews
City Center
The facilities were okay but the pool was very nice. We had no hot water in our room. We switched it on and waited for 2 hours but nothing. There were ants everwhere as well. The lady that met us out front to show us in was very good though and we appreciated her assistance.
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Seaview Capsule Hotel

4.1/548 Reviews
City Center
Location, great! Downtown, facing the sea Environment, two sofas in the rest area are very comfortable, it is very convenient to eat and drink, downstairs is "steamed good food", Mong Kok, Cheng Xing is also close at hand Service is also very good! Little brother, sister, has a question and answer, recommend delicious, and help to call Grab Hygiene, the sheets are changed every time, but there are some stains on the inner wall of the capsule. The bathroom space is not big, you must take off your shoes when you enter the door. If you are not used to it, please detour. I am very satisfied
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Horizon Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.6/5257 Reviews
City Center
Overall an excellent hotel to stay in especially the friendly and efficient staffs in which they’re very helpful and always smiling.
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The Seraya Hotel

4.4/59 Reviews
City Center
The hotel is so new and clean! Good location and can get nice foods around the hotel as it is located at the center of Kota Kinabalu. Definitely a 10/10 rating stay.
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Nana Marina Court

4.7/575 Reviews
City Center
Here I want to give 200% praise 1. Transportation: Nana’s house is about 10 minutes away by taxi from Kota Kinabalu Airport. Grab a taxi for 4 seats, about 12 MYR for 6 seats, about 19 MYR. My sister is very caring and enthusiastic. WeChat will reply to the message quickly and do our best to help us. 2. Surrounding facilities: There is an open-air swimming pool on the 1st floor of Nana A2 (note that the G floor in Malay is the first floor of our country, do not press the wrong floor when taking the elevator) across the road from Nana Park is 7-11 and orange convenience store Go out of the park and go to the right hand side at the first traffic light intersection and go to the right. You will see a Sabah Bak Kut Teh shop and some seafood restaurants. Sabah Bak Kut Teh is a Cantonese opened. The taste is super good and the price is affordable. It is recommended to try it before going forward. There is a shopping mall It’s called center piont. It seems that there are kfc and McDonald’s and a variety of self-selected foods. The taste is in line with the tastes of our people. Or if you want to go to the market to buy fruit and seafood, come out from the front of Nana and go to the right hand side. The second traffic light is across the road. Selling seafood, vegetables and fruits. Malay local durian 35 MYR 1kg. Mangosteen is very expensive. It is not recommended to buy dragon palace fruit 4 MYR 1kg. Jackfruit melon or other cut fruit is 2 MYR a box of 5 MYR. There is a shop opposite the three-box market. The shop that sells authentic Musang King is 75 MYR 1kg. The bigger one is 90 MYR 1kg. The owner is enthusiastic. The surrounding restaurants and bars are all very lively places in Kota Kinabalu. The local mall imago needs to walk on the left hand side of Nana’s house. About 500 meters, you can see a Muslim breakfast and lunch shop next to orange on the first floor of Mankelai Supermarket Opposite imago mall 3. Hotel environment: the non-traditional hotel model is a family apartment with one living room and three bedrooms, especially the taste of home. Washing machine, bread machine, hot water pot, microwave oven, pots and pans are all available. Really as comfortable as at home, you can go to the market to buy groceries. Come back to cook the place is spacious, especially suitable for family travel 4. Service: Sister Nana's WeChat reply is responsive. Our 7 people stayed at Nana's house for a total of four days. We checked out twice and once went to Manukan Island for one night and once went to Semporna for five days. The luggage is stored in sister Nana, and we don’t need to leave the luggage in the room when we check out, take a photo of Nana and send it to you. Then, sister Nana will ask her aunt to help deliver the luggage to you next time you stay. The room is so caring that it can’t be caring anymore. The last day we checked out the luggage Sister Nana directly asked the aunt to return the luggage to us. On the service Sister Nana’s house really didn’t pick it. I have written so much, I really want to tell my friends who want to go to Kota Kinabalu. If you want affordable accommodation, you can't go wrong with Nana. I hope it helps everyone.
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Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.4/5367 Reviews
City Center
If only they have their own private parking area, it would have been perfect. Room is very comfortable, toilet area is a bit small for the double room but big for a twin room. It has different room design. Also glad that it has a weighing scale for my lugages. The security guard at the door is lovely, gave me a mask when i forgot mine up in the room. Short distance to pier & mall. Has a small cafe nearby for a quick caffeine fix.
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Kota Kinabalu Hotel Guide

Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Weather and Best time to travel to Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu which is popularly referred to as KK, is the capital city of Sabah, Malaysia. It lies on the northwestern coast of Borneo Island and faces the South China Sea. Mount Kinabalu stands on the eastern outskirts of the city, which gave the city its name and remains the major attraction during a trip to Kota Kinabalu. With such an outstanding positioning of this city, it is so close to nature and you will witness some breathtaking views which you will remember for a lifetime. 

Kota Kinabalu has Tropical Rainforest Climate due to its proximity to sea and mountains. This means the city remains warm throughout the year with a considerable amount of rain and high humidity. 

Kota Kinabalu is filled with beauty both inside-out. Some of the highlights within the city include delectable seafood restaurants, pretty sightseeing spots, museums, and craft markets. Major attractions lie in the city outskirts including river cruises, hot springs, mangrove swamps, and beautiful train journeys. To experience all of this, you should visit Kota Kinabalu between December to April when the weather remains at its best and enhances the beauty of the city.

Airport in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu houses the Kota Kinabalu International Airport, which is the second busiest airport in Malaysia. It serves as the major hub for Malaysia Airlines and secondary core for MASwings and AirAsia. The airport is located 8 kilometers from the city center.

Getting to Kota Kinabalu from Kota Kinabalu International Airport is made easy by the Kota Kinabalu Airport bus. You can easily book your bus ticket from the counter outside the arrival hall. This is the cheapest and most straightforward way to reach the city center or else you can take a public bus from outside the airport or rent a taxi.

Transportation in Kota Kinabalu

There various modes of transport available in the city for daily commuters as well as tourists. Regular buses, vans, or minibusses operate from two bus terminals located in the city center. The KK Sentral terminal connects the city center to the southern part of the city. The terminal on Tun Razak Road has buses to different spots in the city as well as to the outskirts. Another bus terminal known as the North Kota Kinabalu Bus Terminal provides intercity buses to north and north-eastern parts of the city.

The train system is operated by North Borneo Railway with a steam engine, 1800 coaches but only on Wednesday and Saturday for leisure purposes. A more scheduled train system runs between the train stations in the city and Beaufort and a section to Tenom.

Taxis can be found easily throughout the city. These include metered taxis, Uber, and the local taxi called Grab.

How to get to Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, an ultimate holiday destination is efficiently connected to the world using air. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is a medium-sized airport greatly connected to major hubs around the Asia-Pacific region. The biggest airlines serving KK are Air Asia, Singapore Airlines, and Malaysia Airlines. Only Malaysia Airlines ply direct flights to KK. Other airlines connecting KK to the world are Malindo Air, Xiamen Airlines, Japan Airlines, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, SilkAir, Royal Brunei, and Korean Air.

How much are hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tourism plays a vital role in KK’s economy. Hence, the hotel business is taken very seriously here. Whatever kind of hotels in Kota Kinabalu you choose, it will be worth staying! Following is the list of areas you might look for hotel reservations:

  1. Backpacker haunts: Generally backpackers look for accommodation in the Australian Place and Gaya Street areas of Kota Kinabalu. Cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu are found in these two regions.
  2. Budget Hotels: The best new and budget hotels are found in the Banderran Berjaya area of KK. These Kota Kinabalu hotels are so cheap that, these days even the backpackers prefer taking a hotel here. Whatever area you choose, the city center is small that everything is walkable. 
  3. Fancy Resorts: These kinds of resorts are mainly located in the city outskirts and are preferred by people who never want to compromise on a holiday!

It is advised that book Kota Kinabalu hotels well in advance to ensure room availability and cheaper booking!

Kota Kinabalu Tourist Information

Top tourist attraction in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu is truly an exotic city to visit in Malaysia. There are ample things to do in Kota Kinabalu, here are our top three picks which are a must on your list too:

  1. Mount Kinabalu: Standing tall on the eastern outskirts of the city, Mt. Kinabalu has many variations of flora and fauna at different altitudes of the mountain. Then there is rich wildlife diversity to be seen in the Kinabalu National Park. No visit to this mountain is complete without witnessing beautiful sunrise from the mountain’s peak.
  2. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park: Yet another fascinating spot in Kota Kinabalu attractions is Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. It is a collection of five islands. Here a lot of beach activities take place. This includes scuba diving, snorkeling and you will we amazed by witnessing the marine and coral life of the island. Prior booking is required to enjoy beach activities.
  3. The Atkinson Clock Tower: Lying inside the KK city, this tower was built in the memory of a former District Officer. This tower lies on a scenic hill and provides you astounding views of the city.

Top food places in Kota Kinabalu

The eating experience in KK is the best in Borneo and refreshing enough for your palate. The food experiences that you must have in KK include:

  1. Tanjung Aru: Lying on the southern end of town, this area serves you amazing cocktails and snacks along the ocean stretch during evenings. Isn’t the setup so dreamy with delectable food and drinks!
  2. Makan- KK style food: If you happen to be in Kota Kinabalu, you must try the local Makan Style food. This includes dishes like Sayur Manis, Filipino Barbecue, Hinava, and Roti Canai. Sayur Manis can be found in any Chinese Restaurant, Filipino Barbecue is available in Filipino Barbecue Market, Hinava in A-Square Night Market and Roti Canai in any coffee shop throughout the city.
  3. KK Hawker Stalls: The best food in KK is available at the hawker stall. You can find these stalls in Night Markets and Todak Waterfront. Also, there are almost 30 food stalls in the A-Square Night Market. The Centre Point Food Court also serves delectable street food. 

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