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Featured Motels in Kota Kinabalu

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is RM580
RM636 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (974)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is RM350
RM388 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Helpful staff"
Singapore
GRAHAM ANDREW
The price is RM350
RM388 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is RM184
RM246 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool
The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz

4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"Excellent stay"
Netherlands
Wybe
The price is RM189
RM214 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
Singapore
Kee Huat
The price is RM316
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (195)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is RM442
RM487 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (599)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is RM400
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Café
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (144)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is RM349
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is RM373
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"great hospitality "
Malaysia
SITIE ASHYURRAH
The price is RM705
RM842 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is RM524
RM576 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is RM1,183
RM1,328 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
K Hotel

K Hotel

3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"A good basic hotel relatively near to the airport to rest our heads after a long flight. Fighting the battle of mould in the bathroom. "
Australia
Joanne
The price is RM125
RM145 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
K Hotel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (241)
"Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean"
United States
Douglas
The price is RM167
RM191 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Mandarin Hotel
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (505)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is RM1,192
RM1,297 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Gayana Marine Resort
Outdoor pool
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (181)
"Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience "
Australia
Anwag
The price is RM128
RM148 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
On the beach
Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge

3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
The price is RM450
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Mamutik Island Lodge
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is RM1,320
RM1,983 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Gaya Island Resort
Lobby
Eminent Hotel

Eminent Hotel

2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (258)
"nice staff and clean room"
Canada
Kevin
The price is RM157
RM180 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Eminent Hotel
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"great hospitality "
SITIE ASHYURRAH 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
0 Motels
Lowest Price
RM145
Highest Price
RM1,983

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
If you can't find a motel in Kota Kinabalu, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 625 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Kota Kinabalu?
Here are some cheaper accommodations where you can stay in Kota Kinabalu. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel The Magellan Sutera Resort - Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel
What can I do in Kota Kinabalu?
Take time to explore the marina and shops in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Kota Kinabalu like the parks. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah Agricultural Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Water World Theme Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabalu?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Kota Kinabalu while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Kota Kinabalu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can find out about water transport options at the marina.

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