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 coastal cityscape with a sunset over the sea, featuring dense urban buildings and a clear sky.

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
Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal

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

RM499
per adult
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

RM296
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Sabah: Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Springs & Desa Farm Tour

Sabah: Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Springs & Desa Farm Tour

RM300
per adult
Sabah: Kinabalu Park, Poring Hot Springs & Desa Farm Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

3 out of 5
Suria Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM183 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
RM183
RM198 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
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 ...
Hotel 7 Suria
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 13 Nov to 14 Nov
RM370
RM410 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed for our honeymoon staff where attentive and made special arrangements for us. Also very good location and nice room with great view"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Lot 2-5, Block A, Sutera Avenue, Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM248 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
RM248
RM278 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sutera ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"Centrally located hotel with an on site steak house that has great food. Convenience stores downstairs, beautifully decorated rooms with gorgeous bathroom - brass fixtures stunning. Rooms are new"

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2026

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM308 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
RM308
RM342 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
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
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM602 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
RM602
RM660 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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 ...
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM423 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
RM423
RM467 total
11 Nov - 12 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
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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.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses along a river.

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.

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

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.

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.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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