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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel staffs are very friendly and supportive"
United States
MIKA
The price is RM590
RM647 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (983 reviews)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is RM380
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and bathroom, hot water in shower works and water pressure is gd. Convenient location"
Singapore
Lai Lee
The price is RM316
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (601 reviews)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is RM400
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is RM1,052
RM1,186 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is RM451
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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 RM613
RM672 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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, (146 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is RM328
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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 RM390
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is RM899
RM1,071 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

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, (219 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is RM229
RM300 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM650
RM764 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 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 RM242
RM272 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
The Aru by Ayuhouz

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (183 reviews)
"Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience "
Australia
Anwag
The price is RM128
RM148 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Eminent Hotel

Eminent Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (259 reviews)
"nice staff and clean room"
Canada
Kevin
The price is RM157
RM180 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Eminent Hotel

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 RM139
RM161 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
CJ Residence

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (505 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is RM1,219
RM1,327 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Gayana Marine Resort

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
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Gaya Island Resort

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Everything is great. Nearby many attractions."
Malaysia
Khairul
The price is RM335
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
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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 615 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 Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Hotel 7 Suria - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Aparthotel
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.