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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
CJ Residence	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 96 reviews	View
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 999 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

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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.

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A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great swimming pool with view of the sunset. The 24 hour gym is very nice. The restaurant on the 6th floor on the same floor as the gym and pool is very good too, though a bit expensive for what you get. They did allow substitutions, for example substituting a fried chicken sandwich for a grilled chicken sandwich, and having sauces on the side. You just have to ask them for this. The ground floor restaurant is more affordable, but most of the dishes serve fried meat, so it’s not a good choice for health conscious eaters. The bed was very comfortable, though not long enough for taller people, which resulted in my feet hanging off the end. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, with so many places within walking distance, be it outdoor fresh fish restaurants, night markets, during street, jetties for boat excursions, etc. What’s nice too is in the lobby there is kind of a small mall, with an Orange convenience store, a souvenir shop, and chocolate shop, a Burger King, and a terrific Cantonese style fish restaurant. It’s nice sometimes to not go out in the heat and have a nice meal. I found that the fish restaurant was the best place to eat in the hotel and mall complex. Nearby within walking distance are large shopping malls, including a place called Wisma Merdeka, which is the best place to change money. Be warned though , that this downtown area is dirty and maybe even scary to some, so take that into consideration."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel location is fantastic. We had a sea facing room and had a wonderful view of the ocean and mountains in the background, as well as fishing boats. The gym is also well equipped - multiple stationary bikes, treadmills, exercise machines. The only down side is that there is a strong odor of cigarettes in there all the time. May be due to bad air circulation in that room. There is also a nice outdoor pool. The breakfast buffet was very good, with lots of local and western choices. Hotel staff are wonderful, very helpful, polite and customer focused."

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

8/10 Good

"A lovely hotel by the waterfront with an amazing view of yachts and the islands. All meals are in the buffet restaurant that provides a huge choice of local dishes and some international food. There is a tiny bar by the waterfront that serves simple food in the evenings. Excellent service staff and ambience. The hotel is just 15 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes to shopping malls, served by the hotel's free shuttle bus. Grab to the city is easy to get and inexpensive. Very convenient location. A hassle-free stay at this lovely hotel."

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 Centric Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.

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

Expedia has 326 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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1. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

2. CJ Residence

3. Mandarin Hotel

4. The Klagan Hotel

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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

7. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

8. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

11. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

12. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

13. Hotel Gaia 95

14. Hotel Capital

15. Signature Inn

16. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

17. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

18. Sabah Oriental Hotel

19. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

20. Horizon Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Kampung Air

Karambunai

Alamesra

Likas

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

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