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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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.

1. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"The communication was prompt, accurate, and polite full. Staff assisted by carrying out luggage upstairs, and is happy and polite. The massage chair was an amazing addition to our stay. In the heart of all shops. Will definitely book with them again."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is RM148
RM169 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
CJ Residence
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

2. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is RM280
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

3. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Very helpful staff good location"
United Kingdom
MRS
The price is RM416
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

4. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 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
RM354 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We thought the staff were wonderful and the hotel was very elegant. The breakfast was especially good."
United States
Kip
The price is RM342
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A sunset view from a deck with a person standing and holding a drink, another person reclining, and a bucket with bottles and a bottle opener.

6. 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 RM742
RM886 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

7. 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, (252 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is RM197
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A balcony with a view of the sea, boats, and a distant island.

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A good stay in KK and a great location"
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
The price is RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

9. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (629 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is RM409
RM452 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

10. 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
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

11. 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, (100 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
15 Oct - 16 Oct
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

12. 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 RM239
RM258 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A modern lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

13. 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
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

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 RM118
RM127 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a clear sky.

15. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (926 reviews)
"Everything was just as we expected"
Canada
Monika
The price is RM478
RM526 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Grandis Hotel
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

16. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is RM570
RM626 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

17. 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
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Klagan Hotel
A modern hotel room with two beds, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with a chair and a table.

18. 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, (163 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms and breakfast."
United States
Paula
The price is RM280
RM313 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

19. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (610 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 RM344
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

20. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is RM382
RM423 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Catherine 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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Lowest Price
RM127
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