Kepayan
Kota Kinabalu
Popular places to visit
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Sutera Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Kota Kinabalu with a trip to Sutera Harbour. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Central Market
During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Kota Kinabalu: 5-in-1 Kinabalu View, Fire Show, Blue Tear
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch
Kepayan Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
"Breakfast is good and nice service. Especially room is so big."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
"Still a nice place with pleasant staff. The hotel is under going renovations, which is great as they were needed, but that should be mentioned in both the website and Expedia at the time of booking. Some guest may find this uncomfortable"
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
The Magellan Sutera Resort
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Where to stay in Kepayan
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
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.
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.
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.
