Pusat Bandar

Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images
Kota Kinabalu featuring tropical scenes and a park
Kota Kinabalu featuring markets, a small town or village and street scenes
Kota Kinabalu which includes a small town or village, general coastal views and landscape views
Kota Kinabalu which includes a city

Where to stay in Pusat Bandar

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

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.

Kampung Air
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ￥12,691 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
￥12,691
￥14,058 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Super convenient location with all sorts of options, including dining, shopping, transportation as well as banking."

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ￥12,391 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
￥12,391
￥13,736 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"very good location"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is ￥16,179 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
￥16,179
￥17,827 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS, Kota Kinabalu
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK

Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK

3.5 out of 5
Jalan Sembilan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly condo in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy an airport shuttle (surcharge), Netflix, and hydromassage showerheads. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"Great views across the harbour, but a bad smell coming into the bathroom from the drain."

Reviewed on May 2, 2025

Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK
Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG

3 out of 5
Jln Lapan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and Netflix. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and KK Plaza are located ...
6.6/10 (14 reviews)
"Clean and centrally located Borneotel offers easy access to shopping and dining. Situated opposite the Filipino Handicraft market, it boasts efficient and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2025

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
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Popular places to visit

Enjoy hi-tea with a spectacular sunset view. This place is usually crowded on weekends and it’s first come first serve especially for the outer deck seats overlooking the sea.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

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

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Kota Kinabalu Waterfront featuring outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

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.

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Imago Shopping Mall

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Imago Shopping Mall

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Pusat Bandar with a trip to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

Sutera Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Kampung Sembulan Baru with a trip to Sutera Harbour. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Sutera Harbour

Things to do

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

￥7,014
per adult
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Rafflesia Rainforest Reserve

Rafflesia Rainforest Reserve Tour From Kota Kinabalu

￥25,488
per adult
Rafflesia Rainforest Reserve Tour From Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

￥9,668
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Mari-Mari Village Tour

Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch

￥8,496
per adult
Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch
Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour

Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour

￥17,078
per adult
Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

￥11,501
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
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Cities near Pusat Bandar

Kota Kinabalu which includes landscape views and boating

Kota Kinabalu

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