The Best Hotels Closest to Mt Kinabalu in Kota Belud for 2026

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1. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

7.3 km from Mt Kinabalu

Jennifer

￥5,384

￥6,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden house with a large deck and a covered area.

A white wooden chair with a wooden backrest and armrests, positioned on a wooden deck with a view of a mountain range in the background.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a lush, green landscape.

A room with a large window, metal beams, and a view of greenery and a building with a red roof.

2. Mile 36 Lodge

8.4 km from Mt Kinabalu

Wei Suan

￥2,751

￥3,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A corridor with a green carpet, white walls with black cow patterns, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

A spacious outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a white ceiling, and red lanterns.

A reception desk with a sign, a no-smoking sign, a fan, a plant, and a mural of a landscape.

A building with a unique cow-patterned exterior, a red car parked in front, and a sign indicating it's a villa.

3. Hotel O Mount Hill Villa Kundasang

8.1 km from Mt Kinabalu

Boon

￥5,467

￥6,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A dining area with a large window, wooden walls, and a chandelier.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden sign with room names and dates, a modern house with a balcony, and lush greenery in the background.

A dining area with wooden walls, a large window with a view of trees, and a chandelier.

4. Ayana Holiday Resort

8.1 km from Mt Kinabalu

Anonymous traveler

￥5,043

￥5,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a bed, a pillow, and a balcony with a mountain view.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact kitchen with a marble backsplash, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small refrigerator.

A row of yellow buildings with blue railings and large windows.

5. Wind Valley Farmstay

8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Arifin

￥5,790

￥7,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A view of a mountain range through a doorway, with a white building and a wooden door on the left.

A patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a village and mountains.

A group of people dining at a table in a brightly colored room with pink walls and a staircase in the background.

A room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

6. Kupi-Kupi & Stay

8 km from Mt Kinabalu

"We stayed here for one night while exploring the local area. Overall the experience was good, the room was comfortable and the location is convenient. But this is a very basic accommodation, and the bathroom was in need of some repair. The owner and family were very helpful and accommodating, and in general the people in this area are very nice. This is a great location for views of Mt Kinabalu, and for local hikes, and also for visiting the Desa Dairy Farm."

David

￥4,837

￥6,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a colorful abstract painting.

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking area, and a mountainous backdrop.

A room with a grey sofa, a TV on a wooden stand, a fan, and a painting on the wall.

A parking lot with several cars and a basketball hoop in the foreground.

7. Ceaser's Place

8.8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Robert

￥4,241

￥5,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wooden tower structure with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

A night sky with stars and the Milky Way, a wooden cabin, and surrounding greenery.

A living room with a sofa, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a television, and a small table with a bottle and glasses.

8. J Residence

8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Pierre

￥6,408

￥7,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A mountainous landscape with houses and a road.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a window with curtains, a computer, and a small shelf with items.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are windows with curtains.

A white building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with a circular stone feature and a pathway.

9. Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

9.8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Amina

￥3,059

￥3,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A multi-story hotel with balconies and a lush garden.

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden headboard.

A wooden pathway flanked by lush greenery and yellow flowers.

A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a valley with hills and greenery.

10. Celyn Resort Kinabalu

12.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

Lay Nah

￥9,255

￥10,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A rustic building with a sign indicating a cafe and a truck shop.

A landscaped garden with a gazebo, neatly trimmed hedges, and tall trees.

A hotel room with a sofa, two single beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a ceiling fan, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

11. Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu

11 km from Mt Kinabalu

Lalitha

￥11,900

￥14,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A wooden structure with a covered roof and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A wooden deck with a railing, a small building with a green roof, and a backdrop of trees and a clear sky.

A rustic wooden structure with a metal roof, a water feature, and a map on the wall.

A room with a refrigerator, a freezer, and shelves stocked with various food items.

12. Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel

17 km from Mt Kinabalu

Seok Lan

￥4,304

￥5,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A wicker hanging chair, a wooden reception desk, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

A house with a purple exterior, a stone foundation, and a grassy yard.

A reception area with a wooden block counter, stone wall, and large glass doors leading to an outdoor area.

A two-story building with a purple roof and a covered porch.

13. Hotel O Pogimpaan Homestay

16.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

Aileen

￥2,247

￥2,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, a valley with scattered buildings, and pine trees in the foreground.

Two single beds with beige bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and blue towels on the beds.

A pool table with a clear view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the countryside, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

14. Crystal Hill R

11 km from Mt Kinabalu

Imran

￥2,681

￥3,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A wooden deck with a table and four chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern building with a large glass facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path leading to the entrance.

A wooden dining table with six chairs, large windows with a view of a forested mountain, and a hanging light fixture.

A living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.

15. Mesilau Mountain Retreats

16.7 km from Mt Kinabalu

Zachary

￥31,141

￥34,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

16. Wayn Zen Rose Cabin

8.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

"Booked for Queen Bed Room at ground floor for RM239 (before discount). Few times stay at Rose Cabin since 2004. But this time too much difference...a bit run down. It's over priced for the facilities provided. Even spacious room, but no TV, no fan (so stuffy), toilet inside the room with no toiletries, bathroom (hot shower) is outside of the room at the veranda (no privacy) with very little all in one shampoo. Nothing much to do here. Check in/out counter only open from 8am till 8pm. After that...

Anonymous traveler

￥5,814

￥6,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A single-story building with a flat roof, a porch, and a clear sky.

A building with a series of windows and doors, a covered walkway, and a grassy area with plants in the foreground.

A group of people walking on a concrete path with a railing on one side, overlooking a scenic landscape.

17. BambooZinc Campstay Pekan Nabalu

11.8 km from Mt Kinabalu

￥2,358

￥2,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green-striped towel, a headboard, and a plain wall.

A conference room with a desk, chairs, a laptop, a plant, and a clock on the wall.

A red building with multiple windows, a sign for 'WISMA TSK OYO Lodge 37 Hotel Suites', and several parked cars in front.

A hallway with a red door, two potted plants, and a wall-mounted light switch.

18. Lodge 37

17.7 km from Mt Kinabalu

￥2,430

￥3,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with a railing, a wooden floor, and a view of green trees and mountains.

A parking area with several cars, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous landscape.

A multi-story hotel with a balcony on the upper floor, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

19. Fairy Garden Resort Kundasang

8.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

￥7,099

￥7,668 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A white building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a paved walkway.

A room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a window.

A hotel room with a wooden table, water bottles, a kettle, and cups with the name 'SABAH' on them.

A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light.

20. Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang

9.7 km from Mt Kinabalu

￥2,779

￥3,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Mt Kinabalu

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park	8.4 Very good 105 reviews	View
Mile 36 Lodge	7.2 Good 146 reviews	View
Hotel O Mount Hill Villa Kundasang	8.0 Very good 5 reviews	View
Ayana Holiday Resort	7.4 Good 88 reviews	View
Wind Valley Farmstay	7.8 Good 26 reviews	View

Top Mt Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and the suite was great. You're located directly inside the Kinabalu National Park in Kundasang. We were specifically in one of the Nepenthes Suites which I can say was very nice (one of the King Bed suites). It was roomie, included full bathroom with a shower and hot water, a mini fridge, a sink with a facet for drinkable water, a smart tv (not huge), and a fire place. Entry into the park was 50 ringgit for foreigners, and 10 ringgit for locals. This is a per person/ per entry fee unless you're staying inside the park like we were, in which case the fee lasts 3 days. *If you're staying in the park you can leave the park and come back during these 3 days and you should be able to just show the person at the gate your initial ticket - we did have some confusion where the person at the gate thought we had to pay again, but the people at the front desk were able to confirm the tickets are good for 3 days and they got our second payment returned to us. Our stay also included a breakfast service each morning from the restaurant in the park which was nice (a very short walk from our suite), and they also offered room service from the same restaurant. Room service obviously wasn't included, but there wasn't a service fee or anything apart from the cost of the meals which was also nice coming from the US. Over all my wife and I really enjoyed the stay and I felt it was great value."

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean roon good location"

Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

10/10 Excellent

"friendly staff... "

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A mountainous landscape with a red bridge and lush greenery.

Maragang Hill

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kundasang with a stop at Maragang Hill. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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A herd of black and white cows grazing in a lush green field with mountains in the background.

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm

9.0/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit Desa Cattle Dairy Farm during your travels to Kundasang. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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A mountainous landscape with traditional wooden buildings and a sign for a heritage site.

Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance

8.6/10 (63 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance, a lovely green space in Kundasang. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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A symmetrical garden with white columns and red wooden beams, a central water feature, and a mountain in the background.

Kundasang War Memorial

8.4/10 (31 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kundasang with a visit to Kundasang War Memorial. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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A tree trunk with a large, red, spiky fungus growing from it.

Poring Hot Spring

8.4/10 (40 reviews)

You can take time to visit Poring Hot Spring during your travels to Ranau. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Mount Kinabalu Golf Club

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Kundasang at Mount Kinabalu Golf Club. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Sosodikon Hill Kundasang

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sosodikon Hill Kundasang during your travels in Kundasang. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Viviane Rafflesia Garden

2.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Viviane Rafflesia Garden, a lovely green space in Ranau. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mt Kinabalu?

Mt Kinabalu is located in an area of Kota Belud that travelers like for its mountain views. You'll find 9 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Mt Kinabalu?

The Pampines Villa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Mt Kinabalu. Other good choices within 5 miles include Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park and Deco Home Mesilau Golf Bungalow @ Kundasang.

How many hotels are there near Mt Kinabalu?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Mt Kinabalu.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mt Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Mt Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mt Kinabalu?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Mt Kinabalu, click here.

What can I see and do near Mt Kinabalu?

Explore nature at Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance and Maragang Hill. You might plan a visit to Desa Cattle Dairy Farm or Mount Kinabalu Golf Club while you're in the area. Spend some time checking out Sosodikon Hill Kundasang, which is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Mt Kinabalu, or make a stop by Kundasang War Memorial, located 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away.

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Our top choices for Mt Kinabalu hotels

1. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

2. Mile 36 Lodge

3. Hotel O Mount Hill Villa Kundasang

4. Ayana Holiday Resort

5. Wind Valley Farmstay

6. Kupi-Kupi & Stay

7. Ceaser's Place

8. J Residence

9. Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

10. Celyn Resort Kinabalu

11. Perkasa Hotel Mt Kinabalu

12. Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel

13. Hotel O Pogimpaan Homestay

14. Crystal Hill R

15. Mesilau Mountain Retreats

16. Wayn Zen Rose Cabin

17. BambooZinc Campstay Pekan Nabalu

18. Lodge 37

19. Fairy Garden Resort Kundasang

20. Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang

Compare popular hotels close to Mt Kinabalu

Top Mt Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

Other attractions near Mt Kinabalu

Maragang Hill

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm

Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance

Kundasang War Memorial

Poring Hot Spring

Mount Kinabalu Golf Club

Sosodikon Hill Kundasang

Viviane Rafflesia Garden

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