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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.

Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

1. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Scott

RM148

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

A multi-story building with various shops on the ground floor, including a restaurant and a café.

A hallway with marble walls, wooden doors, and chandeliers.

A hotel bathroom with a vanity, a mirror, a shower area, and a door.

2. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Yuta

RM135

RM146 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

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

Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Zhen

RM148

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with black and white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and pendant lighting.

4. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Donna

RM155

RM168 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a small table with a vase.

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Ganesh

RM154

RM166 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a balcony area with outdoor seating.

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

MRS

RM485

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Davide

RM370

RM410 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Thomas

RM280

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

9. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

HEIDI

RM351

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel interior with a wooden slat wall, a sign reading "GAIA95", and a view of the outside through a window.

A hotel named "CAIA 95" with a modern facade, a business service center, and a visible entrance.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "GAIA95".

10. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Brittany

RM92

RM118 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL SIXTY-3'.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a vase with flowers on the table.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV displaying a nature scene, a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a television screen, and a modern ceiling design.

11. Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

David Wong Weng

RM250

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

12. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

John

RM165

RM195 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.

A modern hotel pool area with a clear view of the sea, lounge chairs, and a large building in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Shore' sign, featuring a grid-like facade and a central entrance.

13. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, < 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Yan Ting

RM142

RM228 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a small dining table, a kitchenette, and a large window.

A hotel room with a white desk, a coffee maker, a water bottle, and a tray with cups and a bag of snacks.

A hotel reception area with marble walls, a reception desk, and a digital information board.

14. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Sofía

RM113

RM143 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a green wall.

A hotel lobby with a carpeted floor, several armchairs, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A reception desk with a computer, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A staircase with a potted plant and a framed picture on the wall.

15. Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Anonymous traveller

RM105

RM124 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, featuring large windows and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.

A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

16. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Kim

RM247

RM277 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a view of the sunset over the water, and a balcony with a chair.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a large flower-shaped ceiling light, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a freestanding bathtub, and a black marble sink.

17. Hotel 7 Suria

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Ai Ming

RM184

RM228 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A view from a window with a glass of red wine and a magazine on a cushioned seat.

A swimming pool with metal railings, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

18. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Michelle

RM264

RM311 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

A hotel room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a towel rack above.

A modern office space with a reception desk, computers, and a glass partition.

19. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Tamara

RM187

RM202 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a glass door.

A grand lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a chandelier.

The entrance to Jesselton Hotel with a classic facade, large glass doors, and a tiled ground floor.

20. The Jesselton Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Henn Kiew

RM272

RM272 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Property	Property class	Guest rating
CJ Residence	9.6 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 97 reviews	View
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo	9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View

Top Kota Kinabalu Central Market Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"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"

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"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"

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff good location"

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"The check in process is a bit tedious but other than that, it was perfect. I love how convenient the location is!"

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great locations and tidy facilities"

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent

"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar when you spend time at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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KK Plaza

7.6/10 (97 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Handicraft Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Handicraft Market during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Anjung Kinabalu

You can do some window-shopping at Anjung Kinabalu during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Local Fruits Market

8.4/10 (17 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Local Fruits Market during your trip to Sinsuran Kompleks. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

You can do some window-shopping at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

8.0/10 (183 reviews)

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

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Warisan Square

7.2/10 (44 reviews)

During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Warisan Square. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Kota Kinabalu Central Market is located in an area of Pusat Bandar known for its beautiful island views, snorkelling and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 284 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Central Market, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options close by include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Expedia has 284 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kota Kinabalu Central Market, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Central Market?

Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. Create some family memories at Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre.

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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Central Market hotels

1. CJ Residence

2. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

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

4. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

9. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10. Hotel Gaia 95

11. Hotel Sixty3

12. The Klagan Hotel

13. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

14. Hotel Capital

15. Hotel Eden54

16. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

17. Hotel 7 Suria

18. Horizon Hotel

19. Mandarin Hotel

20. The Jesselton Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Top Kota Kinabalu Central Market Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Capital

Grandis Hotel

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Atkinson Clock Tower

KK Plaza

Handicraft Market

Anjung Kinabalu

Local Fruits Market

Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Warisan Square

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