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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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4 Sept - 6 Sept
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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Terrace/patio

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 RM1,210
RM1,438 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

2. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great gym and pool amenities. Dining set menu in the restaurant was fantastic!"
Australia
Leila
The price is RM400
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Everything was perfect and we enjoyed our stay very much. A special mention deserves the staff ,everyone we encountered was genuinely very kind and happy to help and make our stay memorable. The breakfast was amazing. Also the pool was very nice."
United Kingdom
Ines
The price is RM500
RM550 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant

4. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!"
United States
Paul
The price is RM550
RM604 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

5. 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, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is RM219
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location , rooms were spacious but very dated property needing updating . Carpets were stained . Buffet was very good with a good selection of local cuisine."
United Kingdom
Kingsley
The price is RM397
RM439 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

7. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"Could be so much better - this is 3 or 4 start at best - Its missing the finishing touches that enhances guest experience - eg 1 hour for bags to be brought to room, food over priced and average - room aircon is not up to standard, not enough power outlets - in reality only one for guest use in the room, for the money there is better , far better"
Hong Kong SAR China
Simon
The price is RM1,200
RM1,920 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Gaya Island Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

8. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (512 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 RM1,219
RM1,327 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Gayana Marine Resort
Reception

9. 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, (157 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is RM328
RM364 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Breakfast area

10. 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 RM201
RM247 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Klagan Hotel
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

11. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was super clean and the staff do their jobs amazingly 24/7"
United States
sean
The price is RM630
RM690 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

12. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is RM412
RM455 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Horizon Hotel
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

13. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (616 reviews)
"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."
Malaysia
Murray
The price is RM409
RM452 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Aerial view

14. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (914 reviews)
"I was upgraded to the best room due to unavailability of the room i booked which was great."
Malaysia
jasmindar kaur
The price is RM317
RM353 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

15. 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)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is RM675
RM739 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Exterior

16. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is RM187
RM212 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Mandarin Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

17. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (727 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is RM247
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Outdoor pool

18. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is RM280
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

19. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (602 reviews)
"I like this hotel very much. The room is spacious for the 2 of us. The beds, room and corridors are clean. The hotel is still being upgrading but we are not affected in anyway. The upgrading has improved the ambience. Buffet breakfast is also good. The location is so convenient for walking to Imago mall and the waterfront. But it’s really too hot for walking. So Grab is cooler!! Also the staff at front desk is so helpful and polite. Recommended 👍"
Singapore
BeeBee
The price is RM417
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

20. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 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 RM157
RM180 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
CJ Residence
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel location is fantastic. We had a sea facing room and had a wonderful view of the ocean and mountains in the background, as well as fishing boats. The gym is also well equipped - multiple stationary bikes, treadmills, exercise machines. The only down side is that there is a strong odor of cigarettes in there all the time. May be due to bad air circulation in that room. There is also a nice outdoor pool. The breakfast buffet was very good, with lots of local and western choices. Hotel staff are wonderful, very helpful, polite and customer focused."
Merkna 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Inns information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
1 Inns
Lowest Price
RM180
Highest Price
RM1,920