Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A clock tower with two faces, surrounded by greenery and a white fence.
A mountain with a large cloud of smoke or dust rising from its peak.
A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
A street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

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A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
Photo by Iqbal Selamat
Open Photo by Iqbal Selamat

Imago Shopping Mall

8.6/10 (662 reviews)
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

RM254
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RM456
per adult
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch

Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch

RM255
per adult
Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

RM297
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

RM200
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour with Transport, Guide and Lunch

Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour with Transport, Guide and Lunch

RM250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour with Transport, Guide and Lunch
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Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM510 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
RM510
RM561 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Room is clean and spacious."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM592 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
RM592
RM649 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM750 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
RM750
RM820 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM846 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM846
RM924 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM610 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
RM610
RM669 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (615 reviews)
"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM599 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
RM599
RM657 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"The room are clean but the air condition is really bad. temperature cannot be adjust. it always remain 17 degree, It is very cold. I complained about the air con the technician shut it down, the room is very warm. Every night there is at least 1 blackout."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Hilton 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
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A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.
Photo by Mango Yip
Open Photo by Mango Yip

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.

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.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

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.

Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sutera Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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