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1. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Scott

￥4,077

￥4,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

2. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Yuta

￥5,016

￥5,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

3. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Donna

￥5,689

￥6,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

4. Signel Hostel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Richard

￥2,353

￥2,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Ganesh

￥4,999

￥5,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

King Seaview Suite (High Floor) | View from room

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Paul

￥17,633

￥19,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Davide

￥14,541

￥16,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

John

￥11,004

￥12,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

9. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Brittany

￥3,273

￥4,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

10. Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Anonymous traveler

￥3,502

￥4,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

11. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

"Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere...

Wayne

￥8,744

￥9,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

12. Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

David Wong Weng

￥9,564

￥11,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

13. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Kingsley

￥14,883

￥16,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

Signature One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | In-room dining

Premium One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Private kitchen

14. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, < 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Yan Ting

￥10,438

￥14,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

15. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

John

￥6,517

￥7,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

16. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Tamara

￥5,888

￥6,807 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Sofía

￥4,113

￥5,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

18. Qlio Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Myona

￥4,338

￥5,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

19. The Jesselton Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Henn Kiew

￥8,105

￥9,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

20. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Kampung Air, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Zachary

￥4,225

￥4,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
CJ Residence	9.6 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo	9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Signel Hostel	9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View

Top Kota Kinabalu Central Market Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location Amazing views Amazing. Breakfast"

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."

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."

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Would highly recommend."

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel for the price. Clean and staff were very welcoming. Plus, a great area with shops and restaurants."

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Great location , rooms were spacious but very dated property needing updating . Carpets were stained . Buffet was very good with a good selection of local cuisine."

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8/10 Good

"Well located with easy access to ferry terminal and main business district. Property needs a little updating and maintenance, but rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Plenty of places to eat within easy walking distance."

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar with a stop at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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KK Plaza

7.6/10 (97 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Handicraft Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Handicraft Market during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Anjung Kinabalu

You can do some window-shopping at Anjung Kinabalu during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Local Fruits Market

8.4/10 (17 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Local Fruits Market during your stay in Sinsuran Kompleks. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

8.0/10 (183 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Warisan Square

7.2/10 (44 reviews)

During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Warisan Square. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Kota Kinabalu Central Market is located in an area of Pusat Bandar known for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 282 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Central Market, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Expedia has 282 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. Create some family memories at Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre.

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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Central Market hotels

1. CJ Residence

2. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

3. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

4. Signel Hostel

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

9. Hotel Gaia 95

10. Hotel Eden54

11. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

12. Hotel Sixty3

13. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

14. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

15. The Klagan Hotel

16. Mandarin Hotel

17. Hotel Capital

18. Qlio Hotel

19. The Jesselton Hotel

20. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Top Kota Kinabalu Central Market Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Grandis Hotel

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Atkinson Clock Tower

KK Plaza

Handicraft Market

Anjung Kinabalu

Local Fruits Market

Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Warisan Square

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