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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

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1. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (240 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is ￥7,918
￥10,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

2. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is ￥3,988
￥4,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
CJ Residence
Lobby

3. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (603 reviews)
"Facilities a bit aged but clean room with nice club lounge room. Comfortable bed and good breakfast spread of local cruisine."
Singapore
Shih Chung
The price is ￥11,640
￥13,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

4. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is ￥3,988
￥4,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Cafe

5. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The location was close to many attractions. The hotel gym was very well equipped."
Taiwan
Joshua
The price is ￥5,189
￥5,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Exterior

6. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (252 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is ￥5,864
￥6,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Mandarin Hotel
4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

7. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The shower was amazing. The staff were very helpful when we arrived at 1:30 am after 20 hours of travelling."
United Kingdom
Paula
The price is ￥12,299
￥13,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast area

8. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is ￥6,808
￥8,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Klagan Hotel
Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

9. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (313 reviews)
"Shops nearby, good location."
United States
Sofía
The price is ￥4,143
￥5,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Hotel Capital
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

10. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is ￥14,221
￥15,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at Dreamtel. Breakfast was good, staff was service-minded, and room was nice. The hotel has a central location. Good value for money."
Denmark
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥3,439
￥4,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Meeting facility

12. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (740 reviews)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
United Kingdom
scott
The price is ￥5,432
￥6,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

13. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is ￥10,139
￥11,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Horizon Hotel
Lobby

14. The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (468 reviews)
"Very convenient, friendly staff"
Malaysia
Henn Kiew
The price is ￥8,808
￥9,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Jesselton Hotel
Exterior

15. Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (483 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is ￥8,594
￥10,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Hotel Sixty3
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

16. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is ￥4,941
￥5,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Deluxe King | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

17. Qlio Hotel

Qlio Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "
Malaysia
Myona
The price is ￥4,348
￥5,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Qlio Hotel
View from property

18. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is ￥5,967
￥6,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

19. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (620 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is ￥15,720
￥17,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Lounge

20. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Donna
The price is ￥5,578
￥6,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
CJ Residence
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
55 reviews
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Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
View
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
97 reviews
View
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
37 reviews
View
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
View

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
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.

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.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

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.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

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

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.

A mosque with two minarets and a blue dome, reflecting in a calm body of water.

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

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The shower was amazing. The staff were very helpful when we arrived at 1:30 am after 20 hours of travelling."
Paula 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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 our traveler data, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hotel 7 Suria.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 331 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?
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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 KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market 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.

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