What's it like in Kepayan?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Donggongon's Kepayan neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kepayan, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Kepayan.

What is there to do around this Donggongon neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Kepayan include Petagas War Memorial, Koisaan Cultural Village and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. While you're out sightseeing in Donggongon, make sure that you visit other sights such as Lintas Plaza or Sabah Art Gallery.

Top 10 Kepayan Hotels of 2026

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

1. K Hotel

1.2 km from Kepayan

Jovita

RM132 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

2. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.1 km from Kepayan

Claire

RM152 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

3. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru, 4.4 km from Kepayan

Linda JUNE

RM1,710 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

4. Hotel O Rainfield Inn

1.6 km from Kepayan

RM103 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

5. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Kepayan

Raul Miguel

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

6. The MAJULAN Hotel

3.1 km from Kepayan

RM274 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

7. Hotel D'New 1 KK Sabah

2.9 km from Kepayan

RM121 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.3 km from Kepayan

Leila

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

9. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.1 km from Kepayan

Bethany

RM994 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

10. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 5.7 km from Kepayan

Ines

RM614 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Jul - 1 Aug

11. Megah D'Aru Hotel

Tanjung Aru, 3.5 km from Kepayan

Anonymous traveller

RM180 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jul - 23 Jul

12. Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.5 km from Kepayan

Ooi

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

13. D Arc Hotel

4.4 km from Kepayan

Amir

RM153 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

14. Adel Hotel

3.7 km from Kepayan

"Le doy 3 estrellas porque la ubicación es muy buena y la ducha funcionaba y el baño estaba limpio. La habitación pudiera estar mucho mejor. Considero que con un poco de mantenimiento resolvería muchos de los problemas estéticos. Lamentablemente la cama no era muy cómoda y desafortunadamente algunos miembros del staff se comportaron de manera muy indiferente casi apática a excepción de las damas de recepción que lo hicieron bien. En conclusión si tienes bajo presupuesto y quieres algo conforme a...

Juan

RM113 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Aug - 2 Aug

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

15. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5 km from Kepayan

Caroline

RM205 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

16. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.6 km from Kepayan

KIAN HEONG

RM426 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

17. Gayana Marine Resort

10 km from Kepayan

Kiu Hung Wilson

RM1,328 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

18. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

5.1 km from Kepayan

JUNGMI

RM638 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

19. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.2 km from Kepayan

John

RM212 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

20. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.7 km from Kepayan

"I like this hotel very much. The room is spacious for the 2 of us. The beds, room and corridors are clean. The hotel is still being upgrading but we are not affected in anyway. The upgrading has improved the ambience. Buffet breakfast is also good. The location is so convenient for walking to Imago mall and the waterfront. But it’s really too hot for walking. So Grab is cooler!! Also the staff at front desk is so helpful and polite. Recommended 👍"

BeeBee

RM600 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

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Where to stay in Kepayan

Find the best Kepayan areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kepayan

A mosque with a large dome and minarets, reflecting in a calm body of water.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.

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.

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A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.

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.

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A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

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.

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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.

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Top Kepayan Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay, convenient located at central with most thing walking distance, special shout out to front desk staff Wayne for being so helpful, if we ever return to KK will definitely stay here"