The Best Hotels with a Pool in Kota Kinabalu from ￥10,903 in 2026

Q: What are some hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai : Features 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a private beach. Borneo Beach Villa & Suite : Offers 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a private beach. Borneo Eagle Resort : Resort located near Imago Shopping Mall. Provides a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Ming Garden Hotel : Hotel steps from Imago Shopping Mall. Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. Tang Dynasty Hotel : Hotel, 9-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall. Offers a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and LED televisions.

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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu hotels with a pool

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Dive into a refreshing getaway at this luxury hotel's dreamy outdoor pool oasis in the city center.

￥12,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

2. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Swim in serenity at the luxurious outdoor pool overlooking Kota Kinabalu's vibrant cityscape and enjoy a perfect sunset retreat.

￥18,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

3. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Escape to a refreshing outdoor pool retreat, steps from Imago Shopping Mall for a rejuvenating city getaway.

￥12,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

4. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Make a splash in style at this oceanfront hotel with two inviting pools overlooking the sea.

￥13,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a pool and greenery.

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Luxury rooftop pool offers sea views and umbrella-shaded loungers for poolside dining.

￥15,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

6. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Dive into an aquatic paradise at this luxury resort, where sparkling pools and a beach await your splash-worthy vacation.

￥25,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A water slide with two children at the bottom, surrounded by greenery.

7. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Paradise by the pool awaits with waterslides, sun loungers, and family fun at this luxury beachfront sanctuary.

￥30,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Dive into a luxury pool escape with stunning sunset views over the ocean at this premier hotel.

￥16,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A long, narrow infinity pool with clear blue water, surrounded by modern buildings and a view of the sea and islands in the distance.

9. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

￥17,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea at sunset.

10. Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Dive into outdoor and children's pools with a rooftop terrace view at Imago Shopping Mall's luxe escape.

￥17,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

￥12,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

￥30,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

￥12,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

￥30,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

￥12,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

￥10,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

￥8,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

Tanjung Aru

￥7,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

10/10 Excellent

Youngsoo

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown 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...

Brian

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Judie

Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

10/10 Excellent

We were on the last two days of our 6 day trip throughout Malaysia, starting in Kuala Lumpur and Sandakan. We wanted to wrap up the holiday with two relaxing days at a resort, doing much of nothing. We arrived at the Jesselton Ferry facility via taxi from the airport. A quick ride arriving to find the Gaya Island Resort was the only ferry desk to have an enclosed, air-conditioned room to await our departure to the island. The boat was much faster and cleaner than any other ferry service we...

Michael

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

SJ

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

10/10 Excellent

If there is one thing to highlight about Bunga Raya, that's the staff: they were all really well trained, helpful and friendly - from this perspective, one of the best experiences we ever had. The ladies at the massage were also really good. We liked breakfast a lot: great variety and quantity, I would especially recommend Tuaran mee. The house reef has probably seen better days (condition of the corals), but you can see a lot of small fish, clownfish, rays and if you are lucky, even a green...

Ferenc Bence

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a view of the sea.

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Karoline

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pool hotels will I be able to find in Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 5 hotels in Kota Kinabalu for your poolside break.

What's it like visiting Kota Kinabalu?

If lounging next to a pool is your idea of the perfect getaway, you might want to think about romantic Kota Kinabalu, which has 5 places to stay with pools. While you're here, you can explore attractions like Centre Point and KK Plaza, and then take it easy poolside at one of the accommodations in Kota Kinabalu that guests like for their pools.

What are some hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu?

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai: Features 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a private beach. Borneo Beach Villa & Suite: Offers 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and a private beach. Borneo Eagle Resort: Resort located near Imago Shopping Mall. Provides a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Ming Garden Hotel: Hotel steps from Imago Shopping Mall. Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. Tang Dynasty Hotel: Hotel, 9-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall. Offers a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and LED televisions.

What is there to see and do in Kota Kinabalu?

Spend some time experiencing the great outdoors at Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. During your stay, check out sights such as Centre Point, KK Plaza, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Kota Kinabalu appeals to visitors with its beautiful island views and major shopping area.

When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in Kota Kinabalu?

Taking into account the local weather in Kota Kinabalu can help you maximize your time at the pool during your trip. The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.

What's the best way to travel around Kota Kinabalu?

Knowing the transportation options in Kota Kinabalu can help you enjoy the area beyond your hotel pool. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. Kota Kinabalu might not have many public transit options so consider renting a car to explore more.

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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu hotels with a pool

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

2. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

3. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

6. The Magellan Sutera Resort

7. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

9. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10. Grandis Hotel

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Hotels with pools and free breakfast in Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5-star hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

4-star hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pool hotels will I be able to find in Kota Kinabalu?

What's it like visiting Kota Kinabalu?

What are some hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu?

What is there to see and do in Kota Kinabalu?

When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in Kota Kinabalu?

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