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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (968)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is RM339
RM376 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
Singapore
Kee Huat
The price is RM351
RM389 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Nice big hotel with all amenities. Close to airport"
Australia
Carla
The price is RM380
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Interior
Oikos Poshtel
Oikos Poshtel
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Australia
Larissa
The price is RM106
RM135 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Oikos Poshtel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (696)
"Great locations. Close to shopping and dining. The room is small. No privacy in the bathroom. Pool area is nice. "
United States
Susan
The price is RM225
RM253 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Good breakfast buffet."
United States
Neil
The price is RM215
RM283 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great family friendly hotel "
Australia
Troy
The price is RM454
RM501 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Outdoor pool
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
Malaysia
Haris Shariman
The price is RM175
RM199 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is RM408
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort
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"
Australia
Lisa
The price is RM559
RM613 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (597)
"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"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is RM429
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
Australia
Elise
The price is RM306
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Great value for the money I would definitely stay here again"
United States
Michael
The price is RM143
RM165 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Grandis Hotel
Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (895)
"The facilities and room accommodation were excellent "
United States
Charles
The price is RM681
RM745 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Grandis Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"Wonderful stay, quick respond and comfy"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is RM304
RM338 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Front of property – evening/night
The Klagan Hotel
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"
United States
Gustav
The price is RM206
RM253 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The Klagan Hotel
Exterior
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (587)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
The price is RM408
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"If given a chance I will still go back and use this hotel..its not like the high end ones but considering its price, Dreamtel is really good. Very convenient and even the check in and check out is very hassle free."
Philippines
Dina
The price is RM110
RM140 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Promenade Service Apartments
Promenade Service Apartments
2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is RM142
RM163 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Promenade Service Apartments
Café
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (142)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is RM349
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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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.

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.

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.

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

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and comfortable with the two for drinking water a huge benefit. The breakfast buffet was good quality with a good mixture of local and western foods. Eggs cooked to order was a huge plus too. The rooftop pool and restaurant were lovely in the evening when the sun was setting. I ate here twice and the quality was great and staff very friendly "
Brendan 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Price trends for hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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October
September
RM142
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January
RM167
February
RM175
March
RM175
April
RM178
May
RM178
June
RM183
July
RM177
August
RM217
September
RM259
October
RM140
November
RM142
December
RM150
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 The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 332 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.