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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is RM610
RM669 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is RM324
RM360 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (989 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is RM366
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

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, (222 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is RM229
RM300 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (197 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is RM451
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Living area

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Fantastic sea facing, penthouse unit very close to the airport. I'm fact the infinity pool faces the runway. Superb noise insulation hence no noise of the flights taking off or landing. Convenient location for tours and couple of nice eateries nearby. Very courteous staff too👍"
Singapore
ASHISH RANJAN
The price is RM232
RM261 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM550
RM648 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (603 reviews)
"Close to everything"
Canada
Michael
The price is RM410
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Lobby lounge

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, (147 reviews)
"Spacious and clean. Feel calming from the fragrance of body care products. Good experience with this hotel. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Carol
The price is RM312
RM347 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is RM373
RM413 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
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, (1,002 reviews)
"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 RM591
RM648 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The Magellan Sutera Resort
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 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is RM1,320
RM1,983 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Gaya Island Resort
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Good place and very clean"
Malaysia
chien yong
The price is RM126
RM146 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
K Hotel
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The MAJULAN Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM189
RM214 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
The MAJULAN Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (506 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is RM1,219
RM1,327 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Gayana Marine Resort
Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is RM149
RM171 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
CJ Residence
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, (182 reviews)
"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 Feb - 11 Feb
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (185 reviews)
"Everything was good and 100% liveable lol. You’ll be good staying here. Trust me. However breakfast is overpriced so please just eat outside 😭🙏"
United States
Geremy
The price is RM128
RM148 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge
3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
The price is RM450
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Mamutik Island Lodge
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

6/10 Okay
"Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff "
Farzad 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
RM146
Highest Price
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
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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 Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota 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.