Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A clock tower with two faces, surrounded by greenery and a white fence.
A mountain with a large cloud of smoke or dust rising from its peak.
A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
A street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

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A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
Photo by Iqbal Selamat
Open Photo by Iqbal Selamat

Imago Shopping Mall

8.6/10 (662 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.
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Things to do

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

RM254
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

RM456
per adult
RAID Try-Dive in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch

Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch

RM255
per adult
Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch
Kota Kinabalu: Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour With Lunch

Kota Kinabalu: Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour With Lunch

RM280
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Mari Mari Cultural Village Tour With Lunch
Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch

Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch

RM250
per adult
Kota Kinabalu City Tour Cultural & Heritage Tour with Lunch
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

RM297
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
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Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM500 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM500
RM560 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"water pressure not strong and noisy."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is RM800 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM800
RM884 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundable
The price is RM564 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
RM564
RM629 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 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."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM530 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM530
RM592 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 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."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM331 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
RM331
RM431 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is RM1,428 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
RM1,428
RM1,562 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

The Magellan Sutera Resort
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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A sunset over a calm sea with palm trees and a small island in the distance.
Photo by Mango Yip
Open Photo by Mango Yip

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sutera Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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