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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Fabulous stay in a wonderful resort"
The price is RM995
RM1,204 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Beautiful, huge property. 4 restaurants, food ok and expensive .2 great pools and right on the beach. As a note...... it's very, very hot so the ocean is really warm. We ended up sitting by the pool. "
The price is RM810
RM885 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"I believe this hotel is nearly perfect. If I may offer a suggestion, perhaps the parking lot could be enhanced to reflect a more artistic flair."
The price is RM374
RM414 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Lobby
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (870)
"Staff shows friendly and helpful. Location is very convenience .. a big seafood restaurant behind the hotel .. very close to Imago shopping Mall "
The price is RM380
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very family oriented resort! Close to the Imago mall but it’s not walking distance. You can grab and go to everywhere very easily. There was no hair dryer in the room so I had to ask for one. Breakfast buffet was very superb with various options from Malaysian food to Korean. "
The price is RM1,175
RM1,279 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Wonderful hotel"
The price is RM500
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (537)
"The telephone was not working as well as the fridge..."
The price is RM519
RM571 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Gaya Island Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (436)
"Had a lovely stay, would like to have seen more food options and later bar food service. Activities team were great, reception and waiting staff were not very friendly, expected a higher level of service. "
The price is RM1,117
RM1,736 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Gaya Island Resort
Gayana Marine Resort
Poolside bar
Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (444)
"Fantastic location and such helpful friendly staff"
The price is RM1,016
RM1,124 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Gayana Marine Resort
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (649)
"Hotel is conveniently situated in the city centre. A short walk to the harbour and markets, restaurants, and a shopping mall. Rooms are spacious and has everything a traveller might need. As with most hotels in Malaysia, it needs some housekeeping attention and maintenance."
The price is RM189
RM214 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
View from room
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128)
"Good location with shopping Centre and dining around the premises. "
The price is RM617
RM676 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Friendliness of the hotel staff especially the front desk during check in and check out. Staffs are helpful too. No complaints, but keep up the good work"
The price is RM436
RM481 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Lobby
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (91)
"Very nice modern hotel in a reasonably good location. Walkable to Imago Mall and a few dining options nearby including one up the spiral stair case in lobby (unfortunately the staff didnt tell us about this, so we found it after dinner, but still enjoyed a cocktail and dessert there after we found it ourselves). Rooms are modern and comfortable. Only downside is the road noise as we were on the road side of hotel, which overlooks a major highway and the sound proofing is minimal. "
The price is RM430
RM474 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Enjoyed their buffet "
The price is RM255
RM313 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (360)
"overall ok ,but internet speed a little slower than USA & S.Korea . little hard to use the internet , guess need some more improvement for this ."
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Hotel 7 Suria
View from room
Hotel 7 Suria
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88)
"Very convenient location in town. Place was clean and comfortable. A bit weird, since it is on the 7th floor of the Sabah Mall, but separate lifts (one lift for rooms, another for mall) eased my mind. Just a short walk away from the seafood heaven of KK, and there was a day market around the corner on Sunday. Breakfast was plentiful, in terms of choices and food. "
The price is RM119
RM150 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Hotel 7 Suria
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Aerial view
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (158)
"My stay at this hotel was rejuvenating. The soothing sound of the sea, the breathtaking natural surroundings, and the courteous staff all contributed to a delightful experience."
The price is RM964
RM1,101 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
View from room
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (519)
"A great hotel with an excellent service. Highly recommended."
The price is RM528
RM580 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool
Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (870)
"Walkable."
The price is RM475
RM527 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Grandis Hotel
Borneo Beach Villas
Outdoor pool
Borneo Beach Villas
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (341)
"Our stay was pleasant. The rooms were pretty and the views were amazing. Some things around need fixing and maintenance is due for so many things. However the staff and service were excellent. "
The price is RM180
RM223 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Borneo Beach Villas
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Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels information

Number of reviews
11,584
Accommodation
534 hotels
Lowest Price
RM119
Highest Price
RM1,175

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and CJ Residence.

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

Expedia has 280 hotels and other accommodation options 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 bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Anjung Samudera, Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City. You could also plan a visit to Kota Kinabalu Central Market or Imago Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Warisan Square and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Handicraft Market and Plaza Wawasan are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.

Recent Reviews in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5/5 Excellent
"Wonderful hotel"
A verified traveller stayed at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Posted 4 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu