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Popular hotels in Sabah

Discover well-known properties in Sabah that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 3,376 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 11 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sabah is £104/night.
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1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Featuring a private beach and an outdoor pool, this 5-star resort is situated in Kota Kinabalu. Views of mountain, harbour and lake can be admired from the on-site fitness centre.
8.7
Excellent
4340 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Conveniently located with direct access to Kota Kinabalu Port, Hilton Kota Kinabalu offers luxury 5-star accommodation complete with a rooftop pool and a sauna. Close to restaurants and shops, the hotel provides a convenient base while visiting Kota Kinabalu.
9.0
Excellent
3347 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
N0.1,Jalan Singgah Mata1,Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Situated in Kota Kinabalu, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu provides 3-star accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi. This kosher hotel also offers laundry facilities, a concierge and a coffee bar.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
2094 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu offers 5-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It also features a spa that is equipped with a beauty centre and a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
2920 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Featuring free Wi-Fi, a sauna and an outdoor pool, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is situated in Kota Kinabalu and provides hip accommodation. The numerous amenities this sophisticated hotel offers include a coffee bar, valet parking and a ticket service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
2349 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Featuring outdoor tennis courts, free Wi-Fi and an infinity pool, this Kota Kinabalu hotel is conveniently located within Kota Kinabalu Port. It also provides a ticket service, an express check-in and check-out feature and a coffee bar.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
3845 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Ming Garden Hotel And Residences offers 4-star accommodation, as well as a rooftop pool, free Wi-Fi and a swim-up bar. Just minutes from Kota Kinabalu Port, it offers guests a hip stay in a convenient location.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
3125 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
Lot 45-46, Block E, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Hotel Deleeton is located in Kota Kinabalu and provides free Wi-Fi. It also features a car rental desk, an express check-in and check-out feature and valet parking.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.2
Excellent
426 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Malaysia
Located in Sandakan, Sabah Hotel Sandakan provides 4-star accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a sauna. It also offers a coffee bar, water slides and a ticket service.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
2102 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Set between a beachfront and a nature reserve, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms, award-winning restaurants, and a selection of therapeutic treatments at the spa. Popular amenities, such as a private beach, free Wi-Fi and outdoor tennis courts, ensure an enjoyable stay in Tuaran.
8.9
Excellent
2657 reviews
Location
13.4 mi from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Sabah

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hotel in Sabah.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah is January (£48). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sabah is August (£101).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest day to stay in Sabah is Tuesday (£61). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is £101.

How much is a hotel in Sabah tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Sabah tonight starting as low as £7, rising to an average cost of £35, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £14 for a 4-star hotel in Sabah for tonight.

How much is a Sabah hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Sabah this weekend for as little as £11/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £11/night. For a 4-star hotel in Sabah, the cheapest rate recently found was £14/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Sabah?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 8 days before your trip to Sabah. The lowest price found when booking 8 days ahead was £15 per night.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Browse through properties in Sabah that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 3,376 properties in Sabah and data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
Our users rated these Sabah hotels among the best places to stay. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
Sepilok, Malaysia
0.0 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£19
Avg. per night
Polish Bay Gaya Island Po Box 22036, 88778 Luyang Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£177
Avg. per night
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
2.5 mi from city centre
Pool
£168
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£43
Avg. per night
63 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£38
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£18
Avg. per night
Lot 95, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£19
Avg. per night
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£24
Avg. per night
Kampung Samuruh, Ranau, Malaysia
4.9 mi from city centre
Parking
£33
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£31
Avg. per night
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£21
Avg. per night
Lot B5 & B6, Semporna Seafront Resort Township, Semporna, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£34
Avg. per night
Mile 1, Jalan Kuhara, Tawau, Malaysia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£20
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£19
Avg. per night
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£42
Avg. per night
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1a Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£60
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in Sabah that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Sabah can be found for as low as £5 per night. There is currently one property in Sabah that can be booked for this price. Rocky Mountain Lodge is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sabah. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025
Out of the hotels in Sabah we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Kundasang, Malaysia
2.7 mi from city centre
£5
Avg. per night
Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£7
Avg. per night
Warisan Square, Block C, Lot 1 And 2, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£7
Avg. per night
Block A, Lot 6.7.8, Beverly Hill, Bundusan Plaza Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£7
Avg. per night
13, Jalan Perpaduan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£8
Avg. per night
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
11.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£9
Avg. per night
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
Lot B2, Bandar Utama, Semporna, Malaysia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£10
Avg. per night
TB3534, TB3435, TB3536, Lot 43-45, Tawau, Malaysia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
Lot 161-166, Block D, Avenue 5, Sandakan, Malaysia
4.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£11
Avg. per night
Lot 3A - 4B Block 22 4th Avenue, Sandakan, Malaysia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£11
Avg. per night
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£11
Avg. per night
Jalan Rambutan, Sepilok Mile 14, Sandakan, Malaysia
11.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£12
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Sabah

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Sabah to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Sabah at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the Sabah. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hotels within each hotel class.
4 stars +
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3 stars
N0.1,Jalan Singgah Mata1,Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Unit No. G-803, 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
23 Jalan Haji Saman, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Rambutan, Sepilok Mile 14, Sandakan, Malaysia
2 stars and under
Lot 45-46, Block E, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Taman Bandar Semporna, Lot 6 & 7, Semporna, Malaysia
No. 2, Jalan Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia

Other accommodations in Sabah

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Sabah. There are 3,376 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 11 July 2025. The average price for a stay in Sabah is £104/night.
Kinabalu National Park, Mt. Kinabalu, Ranau, Malaysia
9.2 mi from city centre
£25
Avg. per night
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£10
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sabah

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sabah to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
Whether you're visiting Sabah for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hotels close to your ideal location. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular hotel.

Facts about staying in Sabah

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sabah to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 11 July 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Sabah?

    Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and Semporna are some of the most favoured places to stay in Sabah.

  • What are the best hotels in Sabah?

    Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, rated with a score of 8.9 from 2,657 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Sabah. Other top stays include Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, with an average rating of 8.8 from 3,798 reviewers, and The Magellan Sutera Resort, with a score of 8.7 from 4,340 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Pantai Tanjung Aru?

    A good hotel close to Pantai Tanjung Aru is Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu (rated 8.8/10 from 3,798 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in Sabah near Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre?

    Sepilok Jungle Resort is the most recommended hotel near Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre on HotelsCombined (scoring 7.7 over 2,474 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman?

    A good hotel near Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman is Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island, which has been rated 8.6/10 by 857 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    Save on your trip to Sabah by staying in either Semporna or Kota Kinabalu, the two most affordable cities. Staying in Semporna costs an average of £38 per night, while staying in Kota Kinabalu costs £82 per night on average.

  • What is the most popular city in Sabah to stay in?

    Kota Kinabalu is the most popular city to stay in Sabah based on user search data. Other popular places include Sandakan and Semporna if you’re looking for other options.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    The most popular hotel chain in Sabah is WorldHotels. Though our users also frequently search for accommodations at Hilton Hotels or Le Méridien - Marriott Bonvoy during their stay in Sabah.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Sabah?

    There’s so much to see and do in Sabah, but we’ve found that the most popular landmarks are Pantai Tanjung Aru, Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, and Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman. You’ll want to stay in Kota Kinabalu to visit Pantai Tanjung Aru, Sandakan to visit Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, and Kota Kinabalu to visit Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman.

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