How many budget hotels are there in total in Kota Kinabalu?

There are 500 Kota Kinabalu budget hotels available out of a total 1,812 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Kota Kinabalu budget hotels?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu are Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre, formerly Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu , Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu , and The Klagan Hotel . With a rating of 9.7/10, The Klagan Hotel is the highest-rated hotel.

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Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu

No 138 Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

The hotel offers 2-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu, just moments from Kota Kinabalu Port. It also features a free shuttle service, free Wi-Fi and a ticket service.

Free Wi-Fi

8.6

Excellent

1850 reviews

Location

0.6 mi from city centre

£28

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Walk In Hotel

7 & 8. Lorong Pasar Baru 1 Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Conveniently located minutes from Kota Kinabalu Port, Walk In Hotel offers comfortable accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It also provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests during their stay.

Free Wi-Fi

8.7

Excellent

326 reviews

Location

0.4 mi from city centre

£21

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Qlio Hotel

No 3, Lot 7, Block C, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Featuring free Wi-Fi, Qlio Hotel is conveniently located next to Kota Kinabalu Port. It is also within walking distance of Kota Kinabalu's well-known tourist attractions.

Free Wi-Fi

7.9

Good

1330 reviews

Location

0.7 mi from city centre

£19

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Borneo Inn

Lot 2B, Jalan Kepayan Kobusak, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Boasting free Wi-Fi, this Kota Kinabalu hotel is conveniently located within Kota Kinabalu. It also provides a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and a car rental desk.

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Parking

8.0

Excellent

482 reviews

Location

2.8 mi from city centre

£13

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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

No. 18 Jalan Haji Saman, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Offering free Wi-Fi and an infinity pool, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located next to Kota Kinabalu Port. The various facilities this luxury hotel offers include a concierge, meeting rooms and laundry facilities.

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Free Wi-Fi

9.1

Excellent

862 reviews

Location

0.4 mi from city centre

£90

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Stanton Hotel

No.13, Lorong Karamunsing C, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Featuring free Wi-Fi, Stanton Hotel is conveniently located next to Kota Kinabalu Port. Close to shops and restaurants, the hotel provides a convenient base while in Kota Kinabalu.

Free Wi-Fi

9.0

Excellent

1166 reviews

Location

0.6 mi from city centre

£25

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Seaside Travellers Inn

Km20 Kota Kinabalu-papar Road, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Located amongst a variety of popular tourist attractions, boutiques and eateries, Seaside Travellers Inn is ideal for those wanting to explore Kinarut and its surroundings. The numerous facilities this beachfront hotel offers include outdoor tennis courts, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool.

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Parking

8.0

Excellent

137 reviews

Location

10.7 mi from city centre

£27

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Toojou Kota Kinabalu

No 12, Jalan Masjid Lama, Bandaran Berjaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Conveniently located minutes from Kota Kinabalu Port, the hotel provides comfortable accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It also offers complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests throughout their stay.

Free Wi-Fi

8.6

Excellent

1301 reviews

Location

0.4 mi from city centre

£17

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Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, along with a plunge pool. Close to restaurants and shops, the hotel provides a convenient base while in Putatan.

Free Wi-Fi

8.5

Excellent

1857 reviews

Location

6.0 mi from city centre

£27

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Hotel Gaia 95

Lot 95, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Conveniently located within Kota Kinabalu Port, Hotel Gaia 95 offers comfortable accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It also features free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a 24-hour reception.

Free Wi-Fi

8.5

Excellent

535 reviews

Location

0.7 mi from city centre

£23

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