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Poolside bar

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is ￥27,866
￥33,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful."
Singapore
Peta
The price is ￥13,993
￥15,512 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

HOTEL BUNDUSAN

HOTEL BUNDUSAN
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is ￥5,118
￥5,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
HOTEL BUNDUSAN
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is ￥37,133
￥61,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Gaya Island Resort
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"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 ￥19,990
￥23,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (998 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is ￥15,192
￥16,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

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 ￥14,030
￥15,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Restaurant

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is ￥19,190
￥21,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (187 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful stay, tasty breakfast, nice room and great pool to use. The little shop onsite was good too. All food was amazing. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is ￥4,680
￥5,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Reception

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, (152 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is ￥12,474
￥13,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is ￥21,989
￥24,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

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)
"Good "
Australia
Mohan
The price is ￥17,879
￥19,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (184 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is ￥42,051
￥47,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Exterior

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, (225 reviews)
"Superb hotel with great location"
Malaysia
Mohd Haikal
The price is ￥8,236
￥10,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (605 reviews)
"Close to everything"
Canada
Michael
The price is ￥15,992
￥17,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Executive Suite, Sea View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz

Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"I booked this hotel for my sister while she was visiting our mum at the hospital, which is just a 3-minute walk away. It’s also within easy walking distance to nearby cafés and restaurants. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the rooms are very clean and neat. The only small issue was that there was no soap for the shower, but that was easily fixed. Overall, it’s a great place to stay."
Australia
Jurina
The price is ￥5,395
￥6,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is ￥10,681
￥12,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Lobby sitting area

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Free parking for guest"
Canada
Lee Hyuk Chime
The price is ￥8,468
￥9,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is ￥10,662
￥13,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Netherlands
Wybe
The price is ￥10,761
￥12,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
The Aru by Ayuhouz
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms"
Stephen 2-night trip
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

Number of reviews
7,905
Accommodation
0 Motels
Lowest Price
￥5,526
Highest Price
￥61,920

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're not able to find a motel in Kota Kinabalu, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 615 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Kota Kinabalu?
These are some more economical accommodations to book in Kota Kinabalu. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel
What can I do in Kota Kinabalu?
Take time to check out the marina and shops in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Kota Kinabalu like the parks. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Sabah Agricultural Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Water World Theme Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabalu?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Kota Kinabalu when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Kota Kinabalu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away from the city center. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can learn about your water travel options at the marina.

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