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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map3.5 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 156 reviews
8.6
Gaya Island Resort is set on Gaya Island, and offers 5-star facilities, including a private beach. It also features an outdoor pool, a kids pool and a kids club.
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map2.5 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 2,991 reviews
8.8
Boasting an infinity pool and a limousine service, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu is a luxurious base in Kota Kinabalu. Guests also have exclusive access to the CHI, The Spa and Swimming Pool.
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.1 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 1,554 reviews
8.9
Located in Kota Kinabalu, the hotel is an easy drive from the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque and Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park. Those staying at the property have access to an outdoor pool and a sauna.
Borneo Beach Villas
Pool Villa 161, Borneo Beach Villas, Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map10.9 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
GoodBased on 1,245 reviews
7.8
Borneo Beach Villas offers 4-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. Guests also have exclusive access to the on-site Spa and wellness centre and Swimming Pool.
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map1.1 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 1,787 reviews
8.1
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre offers 4-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi.
Gayana Marine Resort
Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map3.0 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 116 reviews
8.7
Just minutes on foot from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, Gayana Marine Resort offers an infinity pool, a Jacuzzi and free wireless internet. It provides 5-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.7 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 811 reviews
8.4
Offering views of Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is located in a well-known shopping area, plus boasts a sauna and an outdoor pool. It is a 10-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre and has free private parking on site.
Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.4 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 1,015 reviews
8.9
Set in Kota Kinabalu, Le Meridien Kota is a five-minute walk from Kota Kinabalu Central Market and features a sauna, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool. It offers 5-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.3 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
ExcellentBased on 156 reviews
9.1
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu and offers complimentary Wi-Fi. It is conveniently located for those wanting to discover the area's attractions.
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map9.9 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu
GoodBased on 73 reviews
7.3
Boasting an outdoor pool, a private beach and outdoor tennis courts, Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai is situated in Kota Kinabalu and offers peaceful accommodation. It provides free Wi-Fi, a sauna and a Jacuzzi.
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| Cheapest month: | May |
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| Most expensive month: | January |
| Average price in Kota Kinabalu: | £80/night |
| Cheapest price found: | £9/night |
| Cheapest day: | Saturday |
| Most expensive day: | Wednesday |
£33 - £173
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.£45 - £144
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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Polish Bay, Gaya Island, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map5.1 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Featuring stylish rooms complete with luxury linen and luxury toiletries, this deluxe resort features a sauna and a swimming pool. There is also a gym with an infinity pool.
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map2.5 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting an infinity pool and a limousine service, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu is a luxurious base in Kota Kinabalu. Guests also have exclusive access to the CHI, The Spa and Swimming Pool.
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Horizon Hotel
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.6 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Located in Kota Kinabalu, the hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Kota Kinabalu International Airport and offers an infinity pool and a Jacuzzi. Guests also have access to complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking.
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Gaya Island Resort
Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map3.5 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Gaya Island Resort is set on Gaya Island, and offers 5-star facilities, including a private beach. It also features an outdoor pool, a kids pool and a kids club.
5
Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.3 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting an outdoor pool, Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and offers chic accommodation. Guests can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.
6
KK Times Square Hotel
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.6 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Situated within walking distance of Secretariat Railway Station, KK Times Square Hotel provides guests with a convenient base while in Kota Kinabalu. Those staying at the property can also take advantage of free Wi-Fi access during their stay.
7
The Klagan Hotel
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.3 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
The Klagan Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu and features free Wi-Fi. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to sightsee in the area.
8
The Magellan Sutera Resort
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map1.0 mi from city centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting a lap pool and a private beach, The Magellan Sutera is a deluxe place to stay in Kota Kinabalu. Guests also have exclusive access to the Mandara Spa and Fitness centre.
Cheapest hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Show all 1,321 hotelsVibrant Hostel
Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.6 mi from city centre,
Vibrant Hostel offers a comfortable setting while in Kota Kinabalu. It is ideally located for guests wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.
£7
Avg. per night
Impiana Mutiara Hotel @ Kampung Air
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.3 mi from city centre,
Impiana Mutiara Hotel @ Kampung Air is located in Kota Kinabalu and features free Wi-Fi. It is ideally positioned for guests wishing to visit local attractions.
£8
Avg. per night
Aristo Hotel @ Putatan
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map3.0 mi from city centre,
Aristo Hotel @ Putatan is located in Kota Kinabalu and offers free Wi-Fi. It also features a 24-hour reception, laundry facilities and massage services.
£10
Avg. per night
Hotel Traveller
Shoplot 27 & 28, Jalan Tugu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.3 mi from city centre,
Ideally situated for sightseeing, Hotel Traveller is a short walk from several of the city's tourist attractions, including Kota Kinabalu Central Market and Atkinson Clock Tower. It also offers a tour desk, luggage storage and a 24-hour reception.
£11
Avg. per night
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.4 mi from city centre,
Situated a short walk from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse offers guests a convenient base while visiting Kota Kinabalu. Guests can also enjoy free internet access throughout the property.
£11
Avg. per night
Oyo 777 Epal Hotel
Lot 30 - 31, Block E, Jln Ikan Juara 1, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.4 mi from city centre,
OYO 777 Epal Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu and features free Wi-Fi. It also offers room service, an express check-in and check-out feature and a 24-hour reception.
£11
Avg. per night
Promenade Service Apartments
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map0.2 mi from city centre,
Featuring views of the city, Promenade Service Apartment offers 2-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The numerous amenities this modern property has to offer include luggage storage, meeting rooms and a 24-hour reception.
£13
Avg. per night
The Crown Borneo Hotel
23 Jalan Pinang Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Show on map1.8 mi from city centre,
Less than a 20-minute stroll from Tanjung Aru Railway Station, OYO 563 The Crown Borneo Hotel provides guests with a convenient base when in Kota Kinabalu. It also offers a 24-hour reception, a concierge and an express check-in and check-out feature.
£14
Avg. per night
Hotel prices in Kota Kinabalu
2 stars and under
No. 2 most popular
J & J Hotel
1st Floor, Lot. No 1, 2 & 3, Block K, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£14
Avg. per night
Best value
Skypod Hostel
Lot 38, Jalan Ikan Juara 1, Sadong Jaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£8
Avg. per night
3 stars
No. 1 most popular
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
N0.1,Jalan Singgah Mata1,Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£17
Avg. per night
No. 2 most popular
Gaya Centre Hotel
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£15
Avg. per night
Best value
Hotel Lintas Plaza
Lot 95 & 96, Lintas Plaza Phase 2C, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£15
Avg. per night
4 stars +
No. 1 most popular
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£39
Avg. per night
No. 2 most popular
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
£106
Avg. per night
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About Kota Kinabalu
Things to do
Most travellers visit Kota Kinabalu for Shangri-La’s Orangutan Care Project, where you can meet orangutans up close. The nature care project raises awareness for endangered species, taking visitors on an excursion through 25 hectares of wild terrain. For an exciting wildlife experience, walk along the hanging canopy bridge and watch as orangutans eat fruit and move from one tree to another.
Spend your evenings sampling delicious Malay fare in the Night Market, dining on fresh seafood at Sedco Square and indulging in local delicacies in Chinatown. Climb Signal Hill Observatory Platform, the highest point in the city, where you can relax on an airy deck with coastal vistas.
Go island hopping in the unspoilt Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park to see beautiful coastal landscapes only 30 minutes away via speedboat. Hike the scenic trails of Gaya, snorkel the clear waters of Sapi and escape the tourist crowds on Mamutik Island.
Adventurous travellers can test their endurance with an excursion to the top of Mount Kinabalu, where they’ll be rewarded with mountain and valley vistas. There are also smaller trails around Kinabalu National Park that reveal scenic viewpoints and exotic wildlife. You can also take a river cruise in the Klias Wetlands reserve to see lush mangrove areas and possibly spot an elusive Proboscis monkey.
Getting Around
Most of Kota Kinabalu’s major attractions are near the city centre, so it’s easily navigated on foot. Minivans and buses are ideal for getting to the airport, while hired drivers are recommended for farther destinations. You can also catch a ferry or cruise to visit islands and nature reserves.
Kota Kinabalu travel FAQs
Kota Kinabalu continues to find new ways to lure you with its friendly locals, fiery sunsets and natural wonders. Rugged mountain terrain interspersed with secluded beaches meets a charming old-world vibe and thriving music scene.
Things to do in Kota Kinabalu
Most travellers visit Kota Kinabalu for Shangri-La’s Orangutan Care Project, where you can meet orangutans up close. The nature care project raises awareness for endangered species, taking visitors on an excursion through 25 hectares of wild terrain. For an exciting wildlife experience, walk along the hanging canopy bridge and watch as orangutans eat fruit and move from one tree to another.
Spend your evenings sampling delicious Malay fare in the Night Market, dining on fresh seafood at Sedco Square and indulging in local delicacies in Chinatown. Climb Signal Hill Observatory Platform, the highest point in the city, where you can relax on an airy deck with coastal vistas.
Go island hopping in the unspoilt Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park to see beautiful coastal landscapes only 30 minutes away via speedboat. Hike the scenic trails of Gaya, snorkel the clear waters of Sapi and escape the tourist crowds on Mamutik Island.
Adventurous travellers can test their endurance with an excursion to the top of Mount Kinabalu, where they’ll be rewarded with mountain and valley vistas. There are also smaller trails around Kinabalu National Park that reveal scenic viewpoints and exotic wildlife. You can also take a river cruise in the Klias Wetlands reserve to see lush mangrove areas and possibly spot an elusive Proboscis monkey.
Getting Around
Most of Kota Kinabalu’s major attractions are near the city centre, so it’s easily navigated on foot. Minivans and buses are ideal for getting to the airport, while hired drivers are recommended for farther destinations. You can also catch a ferry or cruise to visit islands and nature reserves.
What are the best hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Gaya Island Resort is a very popular hotel in Kota Kinabalu, with a score of 8.6 from 156 reviews. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu (8.8 from 2,991 reviews) and Hilton Kota Kinabalu (8.9 from 1,554 reviews) are also highly rated Kota Kinabalu hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.
What is a good hotel near Centre Point Sabah?
With a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,554 reviews, Hilton Kota Kinabalu is a hotel close to Centre Point Sabah that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.
What is a good hotel in Kota Kinabalu near Manukan Island?
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island is the hotel close to Manukan Island that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 220 reviews rating it at 8.8/10.
Is there a good hotel near Jesselton Point?
A good hotel near Jesselton Point is Gaya Centre Hotel, which has been rated 8.0/10 by 424 HotelsCombined user reviews.
How much do hotels in Kota Kinabalu cost?
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu cost an average of £42/night according to HotelsCombined data in the last 72 hours. A 4- or 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu had higher average prices of £48/night and £114/night, respectively.
How much is a cheap hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
£5 per night is the cheapest Kota Kinabalu hotel price found in our data from the last 72 hours. This coming weekend (20 May to 22 May), prices can start from as low as £6/night.
How much is a hotel in Kota Kinabalu tonight?
Prices for a hotel in Kota Kinabalu tonight are about £45 on average, but HotelsCombined users have found prices as low as £5 for tonight in the last 3 days. The best price found for a 4-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu tonight is £18.
What is the best place in Kota Kinabalu for bars and restaurants?
Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of Sabah province, located on the island of Borneo, Malaysia. The epicentre of food and drink in the city can be found on Jalan Coastal Road, which offers multiple streets filled with restaurants and bars, with a very modern boardwalk along the ocean side. There are several hotels in Kota Kinabalu available here, like the Promenade Hotel, which will offer travellers a few nights of pub crawls. Stick with the centre of the city for easier access to local bars and restaurants. You'll find a range of Kota Kinabalu accommodation here, including Hotel Deleeton, Monaco Boutique Hotel Kampung, De Galleria Hotel and Hotel Traveller. All of these places are within walking distance of a range of bars on the same street.
What is the best place for a family holiday in Kota Kinabalu?
A good place to have a family holiday in Kota Kinabalu depends on what your family enjoys doing. On one side of the city, there are lakes and jungles and mountains, and on the other side, there are beaches and the ocean. So if your family is adventurous and outgoing, then perhaps camping, hiking or fishing would be suitable for you, but if your family needs to rest and relax, then the beaches in Kota Kinabalu are some of the most pristine in all of Borneo. If you're keen on being beachside, Kota Kinabalu hotels around Tanjung Aru Beach, like Hin Loi Guesthouse or Megah D'Aru Hotel are quality family-friendly options.
What are the best things to do and see in Kota Kinabalu?
There are two things that are very unique that draw travellers to Kota Kinabalu: the beaches and the rainforest. With the city locked between these two biomes, travellers mainly want accommodation that is surrounded by either thick rainforest with hiking trails, rivers and rock pools or long, white beaches with boardwalks and pools. The island of Borneo is also the home island of the orangutan, and there are many orangutan sanctuaries located around the island. The city has many great hiking trails available along thick-jungle walkways around Mount Kinabalu. There is also a large island off the coast of the city, Gaya Island, which has many popular beach resorts and bars.
Where are the best places to stay for surfing in Kota Kinabalu?
Good places to stay in Kota Kinabalu if you're looking to surf would be along the coast of the city. There is minimal surf between the island and the coast of the city, but if you travel further down the city’s coast or to the opposite side of Gaya Island, then you will find a few great beaches to catch some waves. One of the most notable beaches on the mainland is Tanjung Aru Beach, where you'll find accommodation like C'Haya Hotels. Some popular surf spots on Gaya Island are Bungaraya Island Resort and Gaya Island Beach. Although there isn't accommodation on Gaya Island, you'll find a variety of options close to the pier where you'd catch the ferry, like Gaya Centre Hotel, Grandis Hotel and Hotel 7 Suria.