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2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is ￥27,737
￥33,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (992 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is ￥14,058
￥15,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

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, (222 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ￥8,309
￥10,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is ￥12,436
￥13,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
View from property

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (900 reviews)
"Spacious rooms and great location. Starting to show it’s age though. "
Australia
Steven
The price is ￥10,467
￥11,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Grandis Hotel
Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is ￥12,975
￥14,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is ￥25,393
￥27,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥14,064
￥15,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"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"
Australia
Lisa
The price is ￥20,539
￥22,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (185 reviews)
"Everything was good and 100% liveable lol. You’ll be good staying here. Trust me. However breakfast is overpriced so please just eat outside 😭🙏"
United States
Geremy
The price is ￥4,843
￥5,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Tired room but good enough "
Pairoj 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for the perfect hotel for your luxury trip to Kota Kinabalu?
Travel to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) Airport and then treat yourself to a stay at one of 11 Kota Kinabalu luxury hotels. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the parks and marinas which Kota Kinabalu is known for.
What's the best luxury accommodation in Kota Kinabalu?
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is a luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 bars, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. The Magellan Sutera Resort and Hilton Kota Kinabalu are two other upscale options for your trip.
How many luxury hotels will I find in Kota Kinabalu?
Lie in the lap of luxury during your getaway to Kota Kinabalu in one of Expedia's 11 luxury hotels.
When can I expect good weather in Kota Kinabalu?
Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Kota Kinabalu a success, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do in Kota Kinabalu?
Experience Kota Kinabalu and visit Centre Point, KK Plaza, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. If you have a little extra time during your trip, you might want to check out Gaya Street Sunday Market and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall.
How can I get around Kota Kinabalu?
It's easier to get around town in style when you know your options. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station.

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