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Top 10 Hotels Near Kota Kinabalu Waterfront

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
4.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM752 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
RM752
per night
7 Feb - 8 Feb
4.4/5 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
"Very comfortable."

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2023

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
20 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM552 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
RM552
per night
17 Feb - 18 Feb
4.5/5 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"STAFF were friendly and helpful. Very excellent effort!"

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2023

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
5 out of 5
2.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM589 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM589
per night
29 Jan - 30 Jan
4.2/5 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Nice sea view."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2022

The Magellan Sutera Resort

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
0.089 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundable
The price is RM310 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
RM310
per night
28 Jan - 29 Jan
4.1/5 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel looks old on the outside but the room and restaurants were amazing. The room interior was super nice and my room overlooks the sea. It was an amazing experience. Would definitely recommend this hotel and return to stay in my next trip to KK. Cafes ..."

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2022

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
1.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM323 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
RM323
per night
7 Feb - 8 Feb
4.5/5 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
City Center
"Pleasant stay at Hilton Kota Kinabalu. We used it for a short stay within the city, close to the airport before we were off our resort. Really convenient from all the markets especially to Gaya street where you can enjoy the weekend activities and mingling with the locals. The hotel is very well ..."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2022

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM368 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
RM368
per night
25 Feb - 26 Feb
4.3/5 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Good hotel,but a little noisy from trafic"

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2022

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5 out of 5
1.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
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The price is RM399 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
RM399
per night
28 Jan - 29 Jan
4.2/5 Very Good! (457 reviews)
Stay at Marriott
"Stay was pleasant . Clean room. Food choice can be improve with more international choices than current. My room was facing the main road so can be very noisy at night when motorists blast their engines. Otherwise am happy with stay."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2022

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5 out of 5
2.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM473 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
RM473
per night
24 Feb - 25 Feb
4.1/5 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice place conveniently located in KK."

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2023

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Gaya Island Resort
5 out of 5
4.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
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The price is RM898 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
RM898
per night
20 Feb - 21 Feb
4.4/5 Excellent! (425 reviews)
"Villa was nice and spacious. Service was excellent. Food needs to improve"

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2022

Gaya Island Resort
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.5 out of 5
15 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
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The price is RM644 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
RM644
per night
30 Jan - 31 Jan
3.8/5 Good! (748 reviews)
"A bit dissapointed with the clenaliness of the bathroom.overall okey."

Reviewed on 13 Dec 2021

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 out of 5
2.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
The price is RM211 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
RM211
per night
29 Jan - 30 Jan
4.7/5 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"A boutique hotel locates at KK , location is convenient and facilities are clean and neat."

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2023

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
7.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
The price is RM610 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
RM610
per night
3 Feb - 4 Feb
4.3/5 Excellent! (142 reviews)
"An amazing stay at a lovely resort in the rainforest, yet not too far away from KK. The staff are terrific and go out of their way to make you feel welcome at the resort. Thankfully we arrived the week after bad weather, so there was cleanup/fixing in progress, which is understandable. After seeing ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2023

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
4 out of 5
0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundable
The price is RM366 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
RM366
per night
30 Jan - 31 Jan
4.5/5 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
"Very nice new hotel in comfort and relax style. Convenient to everything even not in the exactly center of the city. Staff is nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2023

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel
4 out of 5
0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM365 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
RM365
per night
13 Feb - 14 Feb
4.3/5 Excellent! (846 reviews)
"Good hotel with good value especially with free breakfast and dinner. Furniture were bit old but comfortable. Spacious family room."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2022

Grandis Hotel
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4 out of 5
0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM196 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
RM196
per night
7 Feb - 8 Feb
3.9/5 Good! (592 reviews)
"Location is excellent, near big shopping mall and lots of eateries."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2022

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Gayana Marine Resort
5 out of 5
4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
4.1/5 Very Good! (403 reviews)
My staying experience
"The room is excellent, the platform from ocean view direct to snorkeling is really awesome. The room provide a Bluetooth speaker is so considerate. The food is very delicious but not much variety. The Resort Manager, Karl is very friendly and his briefing is important for guests. But the water got ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sep 2022

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Gayana Marine Resort
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundable
The price is RM180 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM180
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
4.4/5 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
"Wifi works great , wonderful breakfast, spacious and comfy room, amazing shower pressure, friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2023

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Borneo Beach Villas
4 out of 5
16 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM280 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
RM280
per night
16 Feb - 17 Feb
4/5 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"The beach and view"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2022

Borneo Beach Villas
Hotel 7 Suria
3 out of 5
0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM172 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM172
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
4.3/5 Excellent! (62 reviews)
"The room and the toilet is so clean, it makes me comfortable to use it. The staff is also kind and helpful. Big parking lot and free. The only things we dont like is that we easily can hear noises from room next to us and outside of the room. At first it was very confusing to use the lift direct ..."

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2022

Hotel 7 Suria
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4 out of 5
1.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM257 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
RM257
per night
30 Jan - 31 Jan
3.9/5 Very Good! (478 reviews)
"Lol. Promenade Hotel never disappoint. I have stayed there numerous times."

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2023

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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Kota Kinabalu Waterfront hotels information

Number of reviews 11376
Accommodation 504 hotels
Lowest Price RM172
Highest Price RM898

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Waterfront?

Kota Kinabalu Waterfront is located in Pusat Bandar. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 178 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Kota Kinabalu Waterfront?

Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Waterfront, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 5-star hotel offers 3 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options within a short distance include Hilton Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Waterfront?

Expedia has 178 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kota Kinabalu Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Waterfront?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park or KK Esplanade. Sedco Square, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Water World Theme Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. At Sapi Island, Mamutik Island and Signal Hill Observatory Platform, you can surround yourself with nature.

Recent Reviews in Kota Kinabalu Waterfront
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  • Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

    Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

    5/5 Excellent
    "Very nice new hotel in comfort and relax style. Convenient to everything even not in the exactly center of the city. Staff is nice and helpful."
    A verified traveller from Brooklyn stayed at Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
    Posted 1 day ago
    Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

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