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Popular hotels in Sabah

Discover well-known properties in Sabah that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 2,998 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 18 October 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sabah is £90/night.
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No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Conveniently located with direct access to Kota Kinabalu, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers beachfront 5-star accommodation as well as free Wi-Fi, an infinity pool and outdoor tennis courts. There is also a fitness centre with a Finnish sauna, a sulfur pool and a mineral bath.
Pool
8.8
Excellent
3524 reviews
Location
2.5 mi from city centre
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.
8.6
Excellent
3693 reviews
Location
1.0 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.
8.8
Excellent
2467 reviews
Location
13.4 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
2949 reviews
Location
0.5 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
8.3
Excellent
1900 reviews
Location
0.5 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
9.0
Excellent
2609 reviews
Location
0.4 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
2921 reviews
Location
0.1 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
2078 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting free Wi-Fi, this Kota Kinabalu hotel is conveniently situated within Kota Kinabalu Port. It also features laundry facilities, a concierge and a ticket service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
2855 reviews
Location
0.5 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
8.0
Excellent
3553 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hotels in Sabah

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Sabah. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 18 October 2024.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Sabah:£90/night
Cheapest price found:£8/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Sunday
£52 - £140
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
£56 - £95
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Browse through properties in Sabah that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 2,998 properties in Sabah and data was last updated on 18 October 2024.
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.
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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
£180
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£46
Avg. per night
Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£172
Avg. per night
63 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£36
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£18
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£28
Avg. per night
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£82
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£22
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 £6 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 18 October 2024
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.
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Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, Kundasang, Malaysia
2.7 mi from city centre
£6
Avg. per night
Unit 3.15, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£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
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
No 6, Lorong Sentosa 1, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
£12
Avg. per night
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
11.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£12
Avg. per night
TB 4713 Lot 2 Ground Floor, Tawau, Malaysia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
£12
Avg. per night
Lot 95 & 96, Lintas Plaza Phase 2C, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
2.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£14
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 18 October 2024.
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.
2 stars and under
Unit 3.15, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, Kundasang, Malaysia
3 stars
Km 22.5 (Mile 14), Jalan Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
No. 2, Jalan Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4 stars +
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

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Other accommodations in Sabah

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Sabah. There are 2,998 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 18 October 2024. The average price for a stay in Sabah is £90/night.
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Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£18
Avg. per night
Kinabalu National Park, Mt. Kinabalu, Ranau, Malaysia
9.2 mi from city centre
£19
Avg. per night
House 35, Jalan Setesen Jalan Mat Salleh, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
2.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
£28
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 18 October 2024.
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 18 October 2024.
  • 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?

    The Magellan Sutera Resort, rated with a score of 8.6 from 4,074 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Sabah. Other top stays include Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, with an average rating of 8.8 from 2,005 reviewers, and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, with a score of 8.8 from 3,931 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 3,931 reviews).

  • What is a good hotel in Sabah near Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman?

    Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island is the most recommended hotel near Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman on HotelsCombined (scoring 8.5 over 409 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre?

    A good hotel near Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is Sepilok Jungle Resort, which has been rated 7.7/10 by 2,052 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    Save on your trip to Sabah by staying in either Kota Kinabalu or Keningau, the two most affordable cities. Staying in Kota Kinabalu costs an average of £75 per night, while staying in Keningau costs £23 per night on average.

  • When is the best time to stay in Sabah?

    We recommend staying in Sabah during December when prices are at their lowest (around £8/night on average). July is the most expensive month to stay in Sabah (with an average price of £90/night).

  • 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 Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts. Though our users also frequently search for accommodations at WorldHotels 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, Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman, and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. You’ll want to stay in Kota Kinabalu to visit Pantai Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu to visit Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman, and Sandakan to visit Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.

  • How much does a hotel cost in Sabah?

    For those planning a trip to Sabah, the average nightly cost of a hotel is £82, though prices may vary based on which city you stay in. Staying in Sabah for a week will cost £572 on average.

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