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1. The Klagan Regency

1.8 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Olive

￥7,134

￥8,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Premier Room | Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

2. Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo

2 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

SEOKKYUN

￥4,929

￥6,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.9 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Yuta

￥4,719

￥5,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Premier Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, bidet, towels

4. Hotel 7 Suria

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.1 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Ai Ming

￥6,312

￥7,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Superior Twin Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

5. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.5 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Brittany

￥3,239

￥4,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy

6. Gayana Marine Resort

7.8 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Kiu Hung Wilson

￥32,444

￥35,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Kinabalu Villa | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

7. Gaya Island Resort

7.7 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Hiroshi

￥38,215

￥64,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King) | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.9 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Thomas

￥10,653

￥11,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony view

Presidential Duplex, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Sea View | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels

9. La.mer Butik Hotel

5.9 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Mark

￥7,899

￥11,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Junior Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

10. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.7 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Tamara

￥5,804

￥6,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.1 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Anonymous traveler

￥4,000

￥4,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

King Hill View Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

12. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.9 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Paul

￥20,165

￥22,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Deluxe King | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

13. Qlio Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.5 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Myona

￥4,212

￥4,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

14. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.8 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Anonymous traveler

￥3,482

￥4,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Standard Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. Hotel O Five 2

Kampung Air, 8 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

valerie

￥3,232

￥3,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Deluxe Family Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

16. Jsia Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.5 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Anonymous traveler

￥3,234

￥3,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

Comfort Suite | Living area | 35-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

17. Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.5 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Khairul

￥13,317

￥16,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

18. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.5 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

Kingsley

￥13,704

￥15,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Standard Twin Room | Rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

19. Wah May Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.5 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

"A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"

JIM

￥3,270

￥4,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

20. Gaya Centre Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.2 km from Borneo Marine Research Institute

King Wong

￥4,984

￥5,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Borneo Marine Research Institute

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Klagan Regency	7.8 Good 335 reviews	View
Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo	6.2 153 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Hotel 7 Suria	8.4 Very good 128 reviews	View
Hotel Gaia 95	8.8 Excellent 196 reviews	View

Top Borneo Marine Research Institute Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great area, a walk away to gaya street, restaurants, suria sabah mall and many more fun places! Love the view! Will definitely come back and recommend it to others.."

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

Other attractions near Borneo Marine Research Institute

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

8.4/10 (325 reviews)

After visiting Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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1Borneo Hypermall

7.6/10 (250 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can enjoy retail therapy at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Tun Mustapha Tower

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Tun Mustapha Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kampung Layan. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in the area.

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Sabah International Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Sabah International Convention Centre during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Inanam Mall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Inanam Mall during your stay in Kampung Sinulihan.

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Jesselton Quay

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Jesselton Quay during your visit to Kota Kinabalu. Amble within the natural setting or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can take time to visit Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre during your travels to Kota Kinabalu. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Borneo Marine Research Institute?

Borneo Marine Research Institute is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. You'll find 211 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Borneo Marine Research Institute?

The Klagan Regency is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Borneo Marine Research Institute. Other good options within 5 miles include Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu and YYK 1Borneo Condominium.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Borneo Marine Research Institute?

Expedia has 211 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Borneo Marine Research Institute.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Borneo Marine Research Institute, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Borneo Marine Research Institute.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Borneo Marine Research Institute?

For more information about updating your stay near Borneo Marine Research Institute or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Borneo Marine Research Institute?

Looking for a little shopping break? A trip to 1Borneo Hypermall, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, and Gaya Street Sunday Market might be just the ticket while you're in the area around Borneo Marine Research Institute. Likas Stadium, Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, or Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai are some local sights worth checking out. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to University of Malaysia Sabah and KK Plaza.

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Our top choices for Borneo Marine Research Institute hotels

1. The Klagan Regency

2. Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

4. Hotel 7 Suria

5. Hotel Gaia 95

6. Gayana Marine Resort

7. Gaya Island Resort

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

9. La.mer Butik Hotel

10. Mandarin Hotel

11. Hotel Eden54

12. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

13. Qlio Hotel

14. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

15. Hotel O Five 2

16. Jsia Hotel

17. Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

18. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

19. Wah May Hotel

20. Gaya Centre Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Borneo Marine Research Institute

Top Borneo Marine Research Institute Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hotel 7 Suria

Other attractions near Borneo Marine Research Institute

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

1Borneo Hypermall

Tun Mustapha Tower

Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple

Sabah International Convention Centre

Inanam Mall

Jesselton Quay

Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre

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