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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is RM571
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

2. 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, (240 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is RM211
RM278 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Australia
Michaela
The price is RM328
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

4. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Try not get be placed on low floors... love the big room but its way too close to ground floor pool people can see ur room"
Canada
HEIDI
The price is RM351
RM389 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"Very helpful staff good location"
United Kingdom
MRS
The price is RM486
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

7. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
The price is RM262
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

8. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is RM602
RM660 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is RM280
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

10. 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, (158 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is RM286
RM319 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

11. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was super clean and the staff do their jobs amazingly 24/7"
United States
sean
The price is RM620
RM680 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

12. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (620 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is RM409
RM452 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

13. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (520 reviews)
"We stayed in the room which had a private pool. It had a very nice view. Staffs are very nice. Great food. We were the first customers enjoyed the special local produced three course meal. Fantastic!"
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
The price is RM927
RM1,011 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Gayana Marine Resort
A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

14. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The location was close to many attractions. The hotel gym was very well equipped."
Taiwan
Joshua
The price is RM142
RM153 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

15. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is RM166
RM196 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Klagan Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

16. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is RM164
RM187 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

17. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (603 reviews)
"Facilities a bit aged but clean room with nice club lounge room. Comfortable bed and good breakfast spread of local cruisine."
Singapore
Shih Chung
The price is RM329
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

18. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (252 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is RM187
RM202 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Mandarin Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

19. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is RM148
RM169 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
CJ Residence
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.

20. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
The price is RM459
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
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Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

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"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
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Kota Kinabalu B&B information

Number of reviews
5,886
Accommodation
1 B&B
Lowest Price
RM153
Highest Price
RM1,011

Frequently asked questions

Searching for B&Bs in Kota Kinabalu?
If you're looking for something a little more offbeat than the traditional hotel experience, a stay at a bed and breakfast could be the perfect alternative for your getaway. While you're enjoying your trip to Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park are perfect spots to get in some fresh air and greenery.
Are you interested in an apartment for your stay?
Every B&B has a unique charm — whether it's a garden for guests to admire or a beautiful dining room, the quaint details are what make bed and breakfasts a home away from home.
What are the best bed and breakfasts in Kota Kinabalu?
Here is a B&B that guests like in the area: Curve 56: 10 rooms. 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast and private beach.
When should I book my B&B in Kota Kinabalu?
When you're planning your escape to Kota Kinabalu, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. 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 is there to do in Kota Kinabalu?
Travellers enjoy Kota Kinabalu for its beautiful island views and major shopping area. When you want to explore some cultural attractions on your trip, Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village are worthy sites to visit. You should put Centre Point and KK Plaza on your list if you want to see more of the area.
How can I get to and around Kota Kinabalu?
You can plan your excursions in and around Kota Kinabalu ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away. To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can find out about water travel options at the marina.

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