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
Catamaran Snorkeling in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal

RM280
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal
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
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RM495
per adult
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

RM294
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Sabah VENTUS SPA Massage Experience

Sabah VENTUS SPA Massage Experience

RM68
per traveller
Sabah VENTUS SPA Massage Experience
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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 RM370 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM370
RM410 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

3 out of 5
Suria Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM209 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
RM209
RM257 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (128 reviews)
"Located in the Suria mall"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Hotel 7 Suria
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM428 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
RM428
RM472 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM351 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
RM351
RM389 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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
Warisan Hotel

Warisan Hotel

2 out of 5
WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH
The price is RM81 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
RM81
RM98 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Warisan Square ...
6.6/10 (11 reviews)
"Location wise, it’s convenient for shopping, food and walking distance. It’s okay, toilet seat is really old and got stains on it, sheets got stains and no rugs in the bathroom."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Warisan Hotel
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4 out of 5
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM438 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM438
RM472 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (924 reviews)
"Everything was just as we expected"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Grandis Hotel
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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
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.

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 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.

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.

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.

An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent domed building, a large body of water, and surrounding greenery.

Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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