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2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

1. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from KK Plaza

Davide

RM370

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from KK Plaza

Kingsley

RM360

RM399 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from KK Plaza

Paul

RM530

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

4. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from KK Plaza

Joshua

RM118

RM128 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

5. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from KK Plaza

Michelle

RM254

RM299 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

6. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 0.9 km from KK Plaza

Paula

RM320

RM356 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, < 0.1 km from KK Plaza

Thomas

RM280

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

8. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from KK Plaza

Anonymous traveller

RM102

RM130 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

9. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from KK Plaza

Kian Yung

RM247

RM277 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

10. Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from KK Plaza

lana

RM337

RM374 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

11. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from KK Plaza

Yuta

RM128

RM138 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

12. Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from KK Plaza

Ah teng

RM55

RM75 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

13. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from KK Plaza

Tamara

RM187

RM202 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

14. Gaya Centre Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from KK Plaza

King Wong

RM131

RM141 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

15. Wah May Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from KK Plaza

"A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"

JIM

RM97

RM125 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

16. Hotel O Five 2

Kampung Air, 0.3 km from KK Plaza

valerie

RM85

RM100 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

17. Walk In Hotel

Kampung Air, 0.3 km from KK Plaza

Bahrinizam

RM127

RM138 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

18. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1 km from KK Plaza

Savannah

RM409

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

19. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from KK Plaza

John

RM172

RM214 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), rollaway beds

20. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.3 km from KK Plaza

MASAKO

RM152

RM165 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Top KK Plaza Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The shower was amazing. The staff were very helpful when we arrived at 1:30 am after 20 hours of travelling."

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great area, a walk away to gaya street, restaurants, suria sabah mall and many more fun places! Love the view! Will definitely come back and recommend it to others.."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"The check in process is a bit tedious but other than that, it was perfect. I love how convenient the location is!"

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great locations and tidy facilities"

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent

"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Would highly recommend."

Other attractions near KK Plaza

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar when you spend time at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Kota Kinabalu Central Market

7.8/10 (375 reviews)

During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Handicraft Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Handicraft Market during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

You can do some window-shopping at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Anjung Kinabalu

You can do some window-shopping at Anjung Kinabalu during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Local Fruits Market

8.4/10 (17 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Local Fruits Market during your trip to Sinsuran Kompleks. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Gaya Street Sunday Market

8.2/10 (478 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

8.0/10 (183 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around KK Plaza?

KK Plaza is located in an area of Pusat Bandar known for its beautiful island views, snorkelling and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 285 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to KK Plaza?

Adjacent to KK Plaza, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options close by include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.

How many hotels are there close to KK Plaza?

Expedia has 285 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from KK Plaza.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near KK Plaza, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near KK Plaza.

What can I see and do near KK Plaza?

Sights like Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village highlight some of the local culture. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. Create some family memories at Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre.

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Our top choices for KK Plaza hotels

1. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

2. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

3. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

4. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

5. Horizon Hotel

6. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

8. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

9. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

10. Grandis Hotel

11. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

12. Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

13. Mandarin Hotel

14. Gaya Centre Hotel

15. Wah May Hotel

16. Hotel O Five 2

17. Walk In Hotel

18. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

19. The Klagan Hotel

20. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

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Top KK Plaza Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Capital

Grandis Hotel

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Other attractions near KK Plaza

Atkinson Clock Tower

Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Handicraft Market

Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

Anjung Kinabalu

Local Fruits Market

Gaya Street Sunday Market

Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

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