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A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

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.

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

United States

Linda JUNE

RM689

RM823 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Japan

Genya

RM206

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Australia

Michaela

RM346

RM384 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

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.

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

4. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Italy

Davide

RM370

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

United Kingdom

MRS

RM480

RM528 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Canada

HEIDI

RM351

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

7. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

United States

Bethany

RM602

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a round wooden table with a spherical lamp, and a potted plant.

A spacious gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, modern design.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with a chair and a table.

8. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

United States

Raul Miguel

RM286

RM319 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Hotels with free breakfast and pools in Kota Kinabalu

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

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.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

RM689

RM823 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM346

RM384 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

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.

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM370

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM480

RM528 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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 gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

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.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM280

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM351

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM602

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM409

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM373

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden bench, and decorative wall panels.

A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a visible staircase, and a sign for 'GRANDIS HOTEL'.

Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM393

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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5-star hotels with free breakfast in Kota Kinabalu

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

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.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

RM689

RM823 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM346

RM384 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

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.

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM370

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM480

RM528 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM351

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM409

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM602

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.

A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.

A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

RM1,200

RM1,920 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.

A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM449

RM495 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.

A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.

Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

RM927

RM1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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4-star hotels with free breakfast in Kota Kinabalu

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM206

RM273 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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 gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

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.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM280

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM373

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

Room

A tall hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Mercure hotel.

A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a staircase.

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM247

RM277 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden bench, and decorative wall panels.

A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a visible staircase, and a sign for 'GRANDIS HOTEL'.

Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM393

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

A swimming pool with metal railings, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM261

RM308 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a large chandelier.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a large painting on the wall.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with dark wood paneling, a glass coffee table, a leather armchair, a small side table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

RM237

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a large wall mural, and a red carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Pan Borneo' sign at the top.

A multi-level hotel with a large indoor swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

RM149

RM170 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

A dining area with a view of the ocean, a pool, and a stone wall.

A coastal property with a patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a ceiling fan. Large windows provide a view of the outdoors.

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Karambunai

RM174

RM192 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was just as we expected"

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like to holiday in Kota Kinabalu?

Enjoy a free breakfast at your Kota Kinabalu hotel, then venture out to see everything this city has to offer. Visitors like Kota Kinabalu for its marina.

What are a few of the best hotels with free breakfast in Kota Kinabalu?

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG is a popular hotel featuring a free breakfast buffet and a bar. Kokol Haven Resort and Borneo Eagle Resort are other well-liked hotels with free breakfast.

How many hotels with free breakfast will I find in Kota Kinabalu?

Among the 614 Expedia hotels found in Kota Kinabalu, 11 hotels offer free breakfast.

What should I see while I'm in Kota Kinabalu?

Once you've fuelled up with breakfast, see what awaits you in Kota Kinabalu. Centre Point, KK Plaza and Kota Kinabalu Central Market are among the attractions that make Kota Kinabalu unique. You might also want to take a look at Gaya Street Sunday Market, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Imago Shopping Mall during your visit.

What are free breakfast hotels in Kota Kinabalu like?

Whether you like to eat a hearty breakfast or you just need a yogurt to tide you over, a hotel that offers free breakfast can help you start your day in Kota Kinabalu the right way. A hotel with complimentary breakfast also makes it easy to stick to your budget. Not every hotel serves complimentary breakfast, but you can filter your search results to "Breakfast included" and then check the hotel's breakfast details.

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