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Discover 607 Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (968)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is ￥11,435
￥12,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Super convenient location with all sorts of options, including dining, shopping, transportation as well as banking."
The price is ￥12,752
￥14,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"very good location"
The price is ￥12,391
￥13,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Oikos Poshtel
Interior

Oikos Poshtel

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (12)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Oikos Poshtel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
The price is ￥7,470
￥9,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is ￥14,913
￥16,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (692)
"I truly enjoyed my stay at this charming hotel. The atmosphere was spacious and quaint, offering a peaceful retreat while still being incredibly convenient. Its location made it easy to access all parts of Kota Kinabalu, whether for sightseeing, dining, or shopping. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the overall experience was smooth and relaxing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for comfort and accessibility in one place!"
The price is ￥9,028
￥10,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Outdoor pool

Sabah Oriental Hotel

3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
The price is ￥5,434
￥6,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
The price is ￥11,789
￥13,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (596)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
The price is ￥16,604
￥18,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
The price is ￥21,045
￥23,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Great value for the money I would definitely stay here again"
The price is ￥3,836
￥4,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
The price is ￥16,179
￥17,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"The staff were extremely helpful and attentive!. They even have powerbanks and charging cables in e room. It's also near to the airport so if you do not want to hear aeroplanes then may nt work for you. "
The price is ￥9,460
￥10,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (894)
"The facilities and room accommodation were excellent "
The price is ￥20,239
￥22,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Grandis Hotel
The Klagan Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
The price is ￥6,772
￥8,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Klagan Hotel
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"If given a chance I will still go back and use this hotel..its not like the high end ones but considering its price, Dreamtel is really good. Very convenient and even the check in and check out is very hassle free."
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (586)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Cafe

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (139)
"Great hotel for vacation"
The price is ￥12,338
￥13,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK
Family Room, Sea View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (17)
"nice place"
Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample 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.

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

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.

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
jack tak hau 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Price trends for hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Price trends for hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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￥5,823
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￥5,488
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￥7,105
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￥5,235
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Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 307 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and Imago Shopping Mall. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah Shopping Mall while you're in the neighborhood. 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.