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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
RM328
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.

2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
RM742
RM886 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

3. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Kip
RM342
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

4. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

5. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Thomas
RM280
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
RM400
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
Catherine
RM197
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.

8. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
RM459
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.
A street with buildings, cars, and a sign for a health care laboratory.
A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

9. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Kunthea
RM148
RM169 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
CJ Residence
A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.
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A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a staircase.
A tall hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Mercure hotel.

10. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Singapore
MUN TAT
RM218
RM245 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
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Searching for a gay-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Kota Kinabalu on our website. Kota Kinabalu is known for its marina and shops.
What should I see while I'm in Kota Kinabalu?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Kota Kinabalu has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Centre Point, KK Plaza and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Gaya Street Sunday Market, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Imago Shopping Mall.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Kota Kinabalu, hotels affiliated with IGLTA operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Kota Kinabalu hotel?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check in. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours and opportunities for social interaction.