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Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu featuring island views, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City.

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Top hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM453 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
RM453
RM499 total
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (194 reviews)
It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool.

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM524 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
RM524
RM576 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Everything good and tidy

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM123 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
RM123
RM142 total
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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Popular places to visit

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4.5/5(12 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Imago Shopping Mall

4.5/5(8 reviews)

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Imago Shopping Mall

What to do in Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

RM277
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

RM254
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch

Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch

RM270
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch
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