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Jesselton Quay Citypads by Kota Kinabalu

Jesselton Quay Citypads by Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥37,978
¥41,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Jesselton Quay Citypads by Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
The price is ¥19,496
¥21,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Riverson SOHO by Kota Kinabalu

Riverson SOHO by Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥38,952
¥42,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Riverson SOHO by Kota Kinabalu

The Shore by Kota Kinabalu

The Shore by Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥38,952
¥42,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
The Shore by Kota Kinabalu

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥12,268
¥16,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is ¥11,383
¥12,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is ¥23,668
¥25,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.0 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"fantastic"
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
The price is ¥8,565
¥10,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is ¥11,541
¥12,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu

The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥22,387
¥28,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu

Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥13,075
¥14,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Regis by Ritz Imago Mall Loft B

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, good service, stunning ocean view"
United States
Bo
The price is ¥14,817
¥16,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is ¥9,358
¥13,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is ¥15,987
¥17,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

The Shore Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

The Shore Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ¥6,996
¥7,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
The Shore Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is ¥25,369
¥28,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is ¥9,709
¥12,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"excellent stay place 💕"
Singapore
Queia
The price is ¥10,762
¥12,013 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is ¥13,322
¥14,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"room was clean and relatively well maintained. the staff were very helpful and polite"
Malaysia
Tony
The price is ¥8,390
¥9,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
36 reviews
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Restaurant
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
208 reviews
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City Double Room (AC 9) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
96 reviews
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Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
999 reviews
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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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.

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

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.

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.

Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider a stop by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on our traveler data, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 332 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
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What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?
Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera, and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.

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