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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
The price is RM360
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"very good location"
The price is RM350
RM388 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (968)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is RM350
RM388 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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, (1002)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
The price is RM653
RM715 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (192)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
The price is RM457
RM504 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (596)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
The price is RM469
RM517 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
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, (1002)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is RM490
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
The price is RM211
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Signature Inn
Reception

Signature Inn

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"This was a good hotel for the price. It was spacious and definitely convenient with all shops and dining. Only thing I didn’t like is in order to enter the staff have to buzz you in. "
The price is RM79
RM95 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Signature Inn
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (694)
"I truly enjoyed my stay at this charming hotel. The atmosphere was spacious and quaint, offering a peaceful retreat while still being incredibly convenient. Its location made it easy to access all parts of Kota Kinabalu, whether for sightseeing, dining, or shopping. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the overall experience was smooth and relaxing. Highly recommended for anyone looking for comfort and accessibility in one place!"
The price is RM255
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Café

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (139)
"Great hotel for vacation"
The price is RM349
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (894)
"The facilities and room accommodation were excellent "
The price is RM681
RM745 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Grandis Hotel
Hotel 7 Suria
View from room

Hotel 7 Suria

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (124)
"Convenient and nice Staff "
The price is RM164
RM204 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel 7 Suria
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
The price is RM333
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (586)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
The price is RM450
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Klagan Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
The price is RM221
RM270 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Klagan Hotel
Mandarin Hotel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (238)
"Walking distace from main pier and bus station. Not far ride from airport. Staff were all wonderful. Would stay again 100%."
The price is RM148
RM170 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Mandarin Hotel
Horizon Hotel
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Horizon Hotel

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (949)
"Staff were exceptionally friendly & helpful. Reasonable room rates for what is available. Good breakfast. Walkable to shopping atea"
The price is RM314
RM349 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Horizon Hotel
A Residence
View from property

A Residence

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
The price is RM188
RM213 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
A Residence
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (732)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
The price is RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant 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

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Kota Kinabalu featuring island views, a coastal town and tropical scenes

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

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Likas

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
jack tak hau 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Price trends for hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Price trends for hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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RM172
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RM178
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RM215
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RM286
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RM289
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RM148
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RM156
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RM144
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

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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 Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market 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 Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel.

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

Expedia has 307 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 Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and Imago Shopping Mall. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. 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.