Can you book a 5-star hotels for couples in Kota Kinabalu?

If you're looking to make your Kota Kinabalu stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated hotels for couples are Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu (£145/night), The Magellan Sutera Resort (£89/night), and Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu (£106/night).

How many hotels for couples are there in total in Kota Kinabalu?

There are 23 Kota Kinabalu romantic hotels available out of a total 1,737 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Kota Kinabalu hotels for couples?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite hotels for couples in Kota Kinabalu are Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre , C'Haya Hotel , and The Pacific Sutera Hotel . With a rating of 9.1/10, The Pacific Sutera Hotel is the highest-rated hotel.

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Mercure Kota Kinabalu 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

4102 reviews

Location

1.1 mi from city centre

£37

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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

1856 reviews

Location

6.0 mi from city centre

£27

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Tune Hotel - 1Borneo Kota Kinabalu

Unit No. G-803, 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Located amongst a range of well-known tourist hot spots, shops and restaurants, Tune Hotel - 1Borneo Kota Kinabalu is ideal for guests wishing to discover Kota Kinabalu and its surroundings. Some of the premium facilities at this 3-star hotel include free Wi-Fi and a marble bathroom.

Free Wi-Fi

7.9

Good

2307 reviews

Location

5.7 mi from city centre

£16

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Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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.

9.1

Excellent

3652 reviews

Location

0.1 mi from city centre

£65

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Pantai Inn Kota Kinabalu

57, Jalan Pantai, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Pantai Inn Kota Kinabalu provides a comfortable setting while in Kota Kinabalu. It also features a car rental desk, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities.

Free Wi-Fi

8.2

Excellent

1394 reviews

Location

0.6 mi from city centre

£16

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

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. It has exclusive access to a secluded beach.

Free Wi-Fi

8.9

Excellent

2890 reviews

Location

13.4 mi from city centre

£106

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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu provides 5-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It is conveniently positioned for guests wishing to discover the area's attractions.

Pool

Free Wi-Fi

8.7

Excellent

4090 reviews

Location

2.5 mi from city centre

£145

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Lintas Plaza Hotel

Lot 95 & 96, Lintas Plaza Phase 2C, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Conveniently located moments from Kota Kinabalu, Lintas Plaza Hotel provides comfortable accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. Some of the features on offer at this 3-star hotel include a marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

8.1

Excellent

560 reviews

Location

2.2 mi from city centre

£16

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Hotel Grandis

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1a Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Situated amongst a variety of well-known tourist hot spots, boutiques and eateries, Grandis Hotels and Resorts is ideal for guests wanting to explore Kota Kinabalu and its surroundings. Just minutes from Kota Kinabalu Port, it offers comfortable overnight stay in a convenient location.

Free Wi-Fi

8.9

Excellent

2143 reviews

Location

1.0 mi from city centre

£46

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Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu

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

3404 reviews

Location

0.4 mi from city centre

£73

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Which month has the lowest rates for hotels for couples in Kota Kinabalu?

January is the cheapest month to book a hotel for couples in Kota Kinabalu, with average nightly rates around £34. Prices are highest in March, when rates rise to about £195 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for Kota Kinabalu hotels for couples?

Hotels for couples in Kota Kinabalu are most affordable on Thursdays, with average nightly rates around £17. Wednesdays are usually the most expensive, averaging £371 per night.

How much is a hotel for couples in Kota Kinabalu tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels for couples in Kota Kinabalu tonight starting as low as £18, rising to an average cost of £48, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £34 for a 4-star hotel for couples in Kota Kinabalu for tonight.

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For the best rates, it's recommended to book your Kota Kinabalu hotel for couples at least 4 days before your stay.

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