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1. The Klagan Regency

1 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Olive

￥7,755

￥8,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

2. Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu

0.9 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Philip

￥3,791

￥4,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

3. Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo

1.2 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

SEOKKYUN

￥5,040

￥6,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

4. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.8 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Donna

￥5,713

￥6,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

5. Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.3 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

lana

￥13,033

￥14,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

6. Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.5 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

David Wong Weng

￥9,205

￥10,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King) | Private kitchenette

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 8.1 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

John

￥11,064

￥12,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

Premium One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Private kitchen

8. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 8.1 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Yan Ting

￥10,480

￥14,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

9. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.7 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Cilla

￥14,965

￥16,557 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

10. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.7 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Brittany

￥3,291

￥4,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

11. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.9 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Tamara

￥5,956

￥6,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

12. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.9 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Michelle

￥11,199

￥13,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

13. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.6 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Sofía

￥4,136

￥5,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

14. Qlio Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.8 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Myona

￥4,393

￥5,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

15. Hotel 7 Suria

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.4 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Ai Ming

￥7,830

￥9,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

16. Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.3 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Anonymous traveler

￥3,521

￥4,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. The Jesselton Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.6 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Henn Kiew

￥8,059

￥9,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

18. Jsia Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.8 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Anonymous traveler

￥3,367

￥3,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

19. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 8 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

Anonymous traveler

￥4,147

￥5,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

20. Wah May Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.7 km from University of Malaysia Sabah

"A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"

JIM

￥3,085

￥4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Malaysia Sabah

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Klagan Regency	7.8 Good 335 reviews	View
Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu	7.2 Good 229 reviews	View
Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo	6.2 153 reviews	View
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo	9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Grandis Hotel	8.8 Excellent 919 reviews	View

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Other attractions near University of Malaysia Sabah

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

8.4/10 (325 reviews)

After visiting Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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1Borneo Hypermall

7.6/10 (250 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can enjoy retail therapy at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Tun Mustapha Tower

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Tun Mustapha Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kampung Layan. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Inanam Mall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Inanam Mall during your stay in Kampung Sinulihan.

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Sabah International Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Sabah International Convention Centre during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Explore the waterfront in Kota Kinabalu with a trip to International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can take time to visit Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre during your travels to Kota Kinabalu. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Malaysia Sabah?

University of Malaysia Sabah is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Malaysia Sabah?

The Klagan Regency is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from University of Malaysia Sabah. Other good choices within a short distance include Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu and YYK 1Borneo Condominium.

How many hotels can I expect to find near University of Malaysia Sabah?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Malaysia Sabah.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Malaysia Sabah, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near University of Malaysia Sabah.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of Malaysia Sabah?

To access more information about updating your stay near University of Malaysia Sabah or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near University of Malaysia Sabah?

A shopping trip to 1Borneo Hypermall, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, or Gaya Street Sunday Market, might be the perfect place to find that souvenir you've been looking for. Likas Stadium, Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, and Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre are worth a stop while you're in the area. KK Plaza, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, and Jesselton Quay are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for University of Malaysia Sabah hotels

1. The Klagan Regency

2. Tune Hotels - 1 Borneo, Kota Kinabalu

3. Courtyard Hotel @ 1Borneo

4. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

5. Grandis Hotel

6. Hotel Sixty3

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

8. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

9. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10. Hotel Gaia 95

11. Mandarin Hotel

12. Horizon Hotel

13. Hotel Capital

14. Qlio Hotel

15. Hotel 7 Suria

16. Hotel Eden54

17. The Jesselton Hotel

18. Jsia Hotel

19. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

20. Wah May Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to University of Malaysia Sabah

Top University of Malaysia Sabah Hotel Reviews

Other attractions near University of Malaysia Sabah

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

1Borneo Hypermall

Tun Mustapha Tower

Puh Toh Si Chinese Temple

Inanam Mall

Sabah International Convention Centre

International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre

Frequently asked questions

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