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Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout...

K
Kris
From
Belgium
They managed to create 7 luxury rooms to 1 appartement above a fancy shopping mall in Kota Kinabalu. These people answer correctly ln Whatsapp and are reliable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews
Price from
US$74
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

R
Rabia
From
Canada
The room was spacious, comfortable and the floor I was on had wonderful views over the water towards the islands and sunset. The staff were so helpful in arranging a local trip for me and allowing me to stay a bit longer when I had a late flight.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews
Price from
US$109.87
1 night, 2 adults
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ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

W
Wendy
From
Australia
Amenities are great. They provide exceptional service and communication is top notch, the best I have encountered. Clean, comfortable and quiet. The lightings are switch on by touch. The Grab service would drop off sort of behind. That area in the morning is not accessible because of a myr$4 charge to enter for cars. Just walk to Takaful for pick up. At night, the boom gate is open. The foot bridge (10 mins) to the Waterfront near there too. Go to Welcome Seafood by crossing the road next to Nasi Lemak Kahwin and walk through the building to the other side.Great food and service. Watson is also across that road. Great to buy bottle water, medicine and toiletries.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults
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A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

G
Gladys Respati
From
Indonesia
Clean beyond expectations, and amazingly helpful and communicative staff. Easy to find as long as you read the directions provided. Location is great, within walking distance to many mini markets, food stalls, and great restaurants. The owners and staff clearly put a lot of thought into this place. Beyond the basic amenities, they also provided a hairdryer with various attachments (including a diffuser!), and a scale to weight your luggage, which was very useful for us. Would definitely recommend A Residence to any friends and family planning to visit Kota Kinabalu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews
Price from
US$40.68
1 night, 2 adults
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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

C
CHRISTOPHE
From
France
very comfortable bed, air conditioning very performing, mini fridge, clean and safe The location is perfect, just in front of a shopping mall and beside local excellent restaurant Zieleto. Staff is really helpful and reactive
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews
Price from
US$43.10
1 night, 2 adults
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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

M
Maaike
From
Netherlands
AC Residence is just amazing! The location is perfect within walking distances of a lot of restaurants and bars. The room is very clean and has an AC that works really well, also the shower is a one of a kind! The staff of AC residence is incredibly helpful, they respond really quick and they help you with all sorts of issues (for example laundry, extending your stay or giving you tips on where to go and what to do!). Amazing, highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews
Price from
US$43.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated within 1.7 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu....

J
Juliah
From
Malaysia
Clean and comfortable accommodation Reasonable price Strategic place to stay Close to malls and restaurants Staff were friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
US$32.16
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel O Flinstone Lodge

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hotel O Flinstone Lodge is offering accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 75 km from the property.

A
AINWARDAHTUL
From
Malaysia
Im away from the hustle and bustle of the city, i travel to Sabah for a few days. This place i choose is quite preety, nice river front the challet and also nice staff friendly. Suitable for weeding place ceremony budget. I will go again soon. Everybody u can choose this place for family trip!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
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US$18.73
1 night, 2 adults
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The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

N
Nurul Nabilah
From
Brunei Darussalam
Can enjoy the sunrise and sunset
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,341 reviews
Price from
US$77.43
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

Y
Yerelyn
From
Philippines
The buffet breakfast was good. The location is not far from the airport, and it is also convenient to book a grab from airport to the location and the location to airport. The hotel is immaculate, the staff is so accommodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,946 reviews
Price from
US$54.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,405 reviews

    In the city centre, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

    From US$71.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,484 reviews

    Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

    From US$43.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 720 reviews

    Centrally situated in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout.

    From US$112.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,211 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

    From US$151.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews

    Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

    From US$49.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,946 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

    From US$187.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

    From US$85.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

    From US$24.66 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

    VALLEY HOTEL is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

    From US$56.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$32.77 per night

  • Located within 1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Hung Hung Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

    From US$27.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$47.26 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Asia City is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$59.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews

    Located within the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    From US$23.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located within 600 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

    Less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu and provides free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and concierge services.

    From US$72.24 per night

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

    Located within 2.9 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Stay Inn Ii provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

    From US$56.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Paradise Suite at Asiacity features rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

    From US$96.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Park Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway.

    From US$60.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$66.06 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$50.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 245 reviews

    This boutique hotel is located directly above Warisan Square Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and rooms with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi access.

    From US$41.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

    Located within Gaya Street Sunday Market, Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

    From US$45.63 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool and sea view, Grace Suite @ The Shore KK is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 300 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 3.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

Learn more about visiting Kota Kinabalu

  • 111 attractions
  • 15 points of interest
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What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

  • 10.0

    Kota Kinabalu is truly a little gem to discover.

    Kota Kinabalu is truly a little gem to discover. The Sabahan people are so warm and welcoming, which makes exploring the city and its surroundings even more special. There’s an incredible variety of things to do: from jungle walks and nature-based activities to relaxing on paradise-like beaches. Whether you’re looking for adventure or just a peaceful escape, Kota Kinabalu has a bit of everything and is definitely worth visiting.
    Guest review by
    Mary Jeff
    Singapore
  • 8.0

    Tanjung Aru sunset very nice, kota Kinabalu kundasang must...

    Tanjung Aru sunset very nice, kota Kinabalu kundasang must go to see kota Kinabalu mountain view. Mari-Mari culture village is a must, a very good experience. Tunku Abdul Rahman park really beautiful. Beach in University Malaysia Sabah
    Guest review by
    Kiki
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Kota Kinabalu is the most cosmopolitan of the cities in...

    Kota Kinabalu is the most cosmopolitan of the cities in Sarawak and Sabah. Shopping is good, plenty of eateries and the inner city is walkable . The traffic like in all Malaysian cities is horrific. I want to point out that taxies in Malaysia don't have meters any more and charge for transport whatever the want (always to much) compared to Grab/Uber.
    Guest review by
    Gerard
    New Zealand
  • 10.0

    I love Kota Kinabalu.

    I love Kota Kinabalu. There are a lot of nice restaurants, and there are some beautiful islands you can get to. I also love the local restaurants and the dessert places like the Royal Coconut. I would definitely go back again.
    Guest review by
    Basil
    United States
  • 10.0

    Great scenery, great food, just need to be careful with the...

    Great scenery, great food, just need to be careful with the safety, sometimes you can see some homeless people in the street, and too many promoters, the local authority might need to enforce on the road safety and supervision on the overall hygine.
    Guest review by
    Yi Ping
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    There are many interesting places to visit for example the...

    There are many interesting places to visit for example the Medical Science Musuem, Aquarium and Art Gallery located in University Sabah Campus. The Filipino market nice souvenir items but you will need to bargain. For seafood lovers, this is a fantastic place to satisfy your cravings. Island hopping is also great. Good idea to bring along your own pre-packed food and drinks unless you do not need to budget expenses. Just people watching whilst enjoying a cool drink is also an eye opener. There are many differences with what prevails in West M'sia. I also loved the fact that the airport was just about 20 minutes drive away from the hotel - so convenient and time (cost) saving
    Guest review by
    Laili Rusmah
    Malaysia

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  • Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu
    From US$151.53 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,428 reviews
    Near by philipino Market that is just opposite the hotel. Staff are all very friendly. Breakfast spread has many different viaraty. Amazing view for sea view during the sunset. Overall, We enjoyed our stay at Le Meridien with 8 adults and 3 toddlers. Thank you to all the staff who provided the great hospitality during our stay. We will certainly come back here for another vacation.
    Guest review by
    Mazhaizrul
    Singapore

  • Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

    Kota Kinabalu
    From US$195.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews
    The room is suoerb. The problem is the breafast. The food was suck. Have to wait a long queue. Suppose international hotel like u offered a lot of food like asian, malaysia. Chinese and international food. Like Pullman or Le Meridien. But u just offered menu like 3 star hotel. The coffee machine was broken. The pastry and desert are sucks. Please upgrade ur breakfast menu. Tq
    Guest review by
    GILBERT ANAK
    Malaysia

  • Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Kota Kinabalu
    From US$78.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,767 reviews
    The apartment was huge. Has all the basic kitchen facilities, the room was clean and the hotel just a walkaway from convenient stores and mall as well. Not to forget if you have the room with Jesselton point view, it is totally breathtaking.
    Guest review by
    MARYAM FARZANA
    Malaysia

  • CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

    Kota Kinabalu
    From US$71.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 593 reviews
    The team at CJ Residence were really helpful. But the best bit was the room. Totally 5 star hotel standard. The bed was so comfy. Sad it was just one night. Great location. One street away from the water and near all facilities.
    Guest review by
    Nina
    United Kingdom

  • Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu
    From US$374.98 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,498 reviews
    Is the best out of the 2 Shangri La hotels. Stayed at both but this one was much better facilities and location.
    Guest review by
    Victoria
    Malaysia